As a final year ID student, I have used my knowledge and experience to settle into the niche of CAD design and additive manufacturing. I produced an open-source Arduino based device that functions by following a member of staff or a student on campus and assists in moving cargo from point A to point B. C.A.R.L is the computer-aided relay liaison. This initiative also promotes walking on campus. Campus footpaths are laid with kinetic tiles to generate electricity and create electrical self-reliance. This project reflects on aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, aiming to develop a well rounded Monash student who is respectful of the land and its people.
Hero Image
In this image, you see the culmination of 12 weeks of work. It has resulted in a celebration of indigenous culture, being self-sufficient and energy-savvy. The indigenous art represents works from the Kulin nation, specifically the Wurundjeri people. Work from the Torres Strait is also represented.
The Research That Made it Happen
This image depicts the undertone for my project. C.A.R.L's material selection was imperative for my Cradle to Grave approach. I used this data to understand the strength of aluminium along with the fact that recycled aluminium can negate its large carbon footprint when used for a device such as this. C.A.R.L can be serviced with the aluminium bent back into shape. This study proved aluminium is a versatile and strong material ideal for the grunt of C.A.R.L's skeleton.
App-based Interaction
The app to use the device is depicted above, with the step-by-step process carefully considered. The app also eliminates any additional material wastage. You can simply book using your student ID, followed by setting up a time, date and pick up location.
Exploded View - Tech Package
This is a depiction of what makes C.A.R.L work, and how I have minimised material usage. The Arduino tech package makes it easy to store bellow the device.
The Net 0 Initiative - In Context Trailer
The video explains C.A.R.L, his purpose and his integration with the social aspects of university. It also explores how C.A.R.L interacts with people, how the booking process works, and how his displays depict artwork and announcements. It briefly runs through the technology involved in the Kinetic Walkways and the liberties of design I took to make them more attractive to use. This included the application of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander works of art on the archways.
The video also explains the Cradle to Grave framework used to tackle the work. This framework includes material testing and understanding the implications of extravagant material consumption.
The video also explains the Cradle to Grave framework used to tackle the work. This framework includes material testing and understanding the implications of extravagant material consumption.
Storyboard
The storyboard is simply a graphic illustration of C.A.R.L's touchpoints from initiate to end.
Adithya Sankaranarayanan, Hero Image
Adithya Sankaranarayanan, The Research That Made it Happen
Adithya Sankaranarayanan, App-based Interaction
Adithya Sankaranarayanan, Exploded View - Tech Package
Adithya Sankaranarayanan, The Net 0 Initiative - In Context Trailer
Adithya Sankaranarayanan, Storyboard
