206.799.8859 mikerjaslowski@gmail.com

MIKE ASLOWSKI Product Designer

MIKE ASLOWSKI Resume

INTERESTSIndustrial Design Student Metropolitan State University of Denver Fall 2013 to Present President’s Honor Roll 2014, 2015 Cumulative GPA: 4.0 Robert D. O’Dell Industrial Design Portfolio Excellence Scholarship 2015 Golden Key International Honor Society IDSA MSU Chapter Treasurer 2015 - 16 IDSA Member since 2013

B.S. Environmental Science Western Washington University 1997

IDSA Western District Conference Tribe:Craft San Jose, CA 2015IDSA Western District Conference Running with the Bulls Denver, CO 2014Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Trade Show Salt Lake City, UT 2016Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Trade Show Salt Lake City, UT 2014

SmartWool, Clothing and Socks Boulder, CO Design & Development Contractor 11.2014 - Present Designed 3 Sweaters for Fall 2017 Built Product Test Website Created Trim Catalog for Internal Use Measure Prototypes from Vendors

GoLite, Outdoor Equipment and Apparel Boulder, CODesign Intern 2.2013 - 05.2014

Approved Lab Dips for Spring 2015 Set up Spec-Packs for Carry-over Styles

Fishtail Construction Redmond, WACarpenter, Project Manager 2003 - 2013

REI, Outdoor Equipment and Apparel Kent, WAFit Model 2004 - 2007

WORK HISTORY

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The head of a key provides little leverage.

KEASE increases leverage for people with less hand strength.

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Patricia

Retired teacher, 81

Biscayne Park, FL

Still drives a car, but limited distances and speed

Enjoys:Time with family and friendsAquarobicsCrocheting

Has dificulty pinching or squeezing

Jack

Accountant, 52

Chicago, IL

Works 45 - 50 hours per week but still makes time for his boys

Enjoys:Playing ball with his boys, 12 and 14 Action moviesWoodworking

Mild Arthritis makes grasping small objects difficult

“I’m not weak, but grasping small items

can be difficult.” “About 1 out of every 5 US

adults has doctor-diagnosed

arthritis”-CDC.org

Who can benefit from ?KEASEUsers

User Profile

Pinching force has the LEAST strength

Palm grip has the MOST strength

Pain PointsAs hand strength weakens, everyday tasks become painful and create challenges that can put significant constraints on peoples abilities and diminish quality of life.

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Specific UserDraws Attention to

Disability

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Too Bulky

Doesn’t Draw Attention to Disability

Apply Force with Palm -- Rather than Fingers

Flexible Design works with Different Lock Arrangements

Highly Visible Color Palette

Universal Appeal

Inexpensive

Easy to Use

Compact

Mass Appeal

TargetModerate Price

Wide Market Appeal

Design Constraints

Too Expensive

Market Analysis

Research

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Second DirectionToo BulkyDraws Attention to Disability

Engagement too Complicated

Already Easy to Open & Close

First Direction

Fits Palm ComfortablyIncreases Leverage

Chain Provides Flexibility and Rigidity

Final Form Development

Solution Development

Ideation

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3D printed prototype for function testing and ergonomic study.

Chain links provide torque in one direction yet remain flexible.

Spring activated mechanism keeps keys securely on key holder.

Full-Scale Prototype

Rifle Strap InspirationStrong enough to hold Rifle

Holds up to rigorous Wear

Simple and Intuitive Design

SolidWorks

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“Makes using my keys a lot easier”

“I can find it with the bright color”

“It fits comfortably in my palm”

User Feedback

Layout

Contextual content analysis

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Keyshot

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Padded interior for protection.Fabric hinge blends with zipper.

Easy to carry with handle or shoulder strap.

Velcro Pockets available for: Laptop Charger WIFI Hot-spot Cell Phone Business Cards Pens

Customizable pockets attach inside case with Velcro.

Keep business essentialssecure and organized when traveling.

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Durable powder coated finish.

Simple sheet metal construction. 8 folds, 4 spot welds.

Cardboard pattern for initial sheet metal blank.

get tangled, disorganized, and take up counter space.

Charging cords

A shelf that hangs from any outlet box and is held in place by the outlet cover. When installed on a kitchen outlet, phones and cords sit above the counter:freeing up counter space.

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Functional prototype.

An array of LEDs wired to a dimmer switch.

Full-scale mock-up.

Fiberglass shade extends seamlessly from the wood top.

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Board Short closure eliminates bulk at the waistband.

Wicking, stretch fabric for numerous activities.

Front pockets for wallet and keys, plus interior pocket to keep phone secure.

Men Need

Why are there so few choices for Men?

Casual Fit and StyleFlat Waistband Comfortable for Sit-UpsFront Pockets for Wallet and KeysStretch Panels Oriented for Best Movement

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Thank you for your consideration.

Please let me know if you would like to see my work in more detail.

206.799.8859 mikerjaslowski@gmail.com

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