For the National Parks Autonomous Adventure Vehicle

hygiene Space

Design a hygiene space in an SAE-4 autonomous vehicle for the Western National Parks in 2035.

NP-AAV is a collaborative project.

I was responsible for the Hygiene space which included:

- The Shower Head

- The Removable Shower Head

- The Dog Wash Station

- The Toilet

- The Bathroom Storage Area

My collaborator was responsible for the interior space which included:

- The Bed Area

- The Seating Area

- The Kitchen

- The “Drivers” Seat Area

- Overall Space Aesthetics

Life in 2035

Vehicles

Autonomous Vehicles have also become normalized, and only a small minority of drivers own their own vehicle. Due to the increase of Autonomous vehicles, there is a decrease in vehicular deaths and injuries.

Sustainability

The awareness of the need for sustainability is still on the forefront of everyone’s minds. Now, there are devices implemented that are pulling Co2 from the air. These devices are able to take the Co2 and transfer it into either fuel or to store it in the ground.

Research

The User's World in 2035

Social and Eco Responsibility

Young people choose to shop small businesses due to decreased admiration of brands, and have a rekindled admiration for sustaining the local economy.

Customized User Experience

Young people in 2035 are used to their experiences catering to their needs.

The Location

The National Parks of America’s Southwest are a popular destination for tourists, but propose their own unique and challenging characteristics that will influence the design of the NP-AAV.

Dry • Rocky • Muddy • Loose terrain • Lack of Water • On road and off-road • High density of parks • Wildlife • Shifting terrain • Forests • Lots of Sun • High Heat • Snow • Rock Falls • Dust • Pollen •

• SOS/Emergency • Fire • Sunburn • Heatstroke • Habitat Destruction •

A Bathroom in 2035

Nano Particles

“Innovation in materiality has led to new possibilities for designers.”
Nano Particle materials can coat other materials to make that material take on new attributes.

Water

“The world population is expected to reach 8.8 Billion, resulting in a strain on valuable resources.”
Showers are able to conserve water and also give an enjoyable experience. The showers also have an adjustable water temperature and water pressure.

Task Analysis

Shower Task Analysis

Components: Water Filtration System • Drain • Removable Shower Head • Fixed Shower Head • Control Panel • Piping

Considerations: Soap • Drying • Access to new water • Where dirty water goes

Dog Wash Task Analysis

Components: Water Filtration System • Drain • Removable Shower Head • Fixed Shower Head • Control Panel • Piping

Considerations: Soap • Drying • Access to new water • Where dirty water goes • Keeping dog contained • Dog fur

Aesthetics

Ideation

How it Works

How it Works - Shower System

Oasis Recirculating showers take water and filters it to reduce the amount of water you use in a shower.

1. Water comes down through the shower head.

2. Water goes into the drain through the slats in the floor.

3. Water collected runs to the back right corner where it is then pumped to the filter.

4. The filter will filter out any particles and gray water will flow out of the system and into the tank below the vehicle. Any new water needs for the 2L system will be pumped into the filtration system.

5. Once water has been filtered and heated, it will either come back out the shower head or the removable shower head.

Final

Fresh Start

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