NORMAN PARDALIS

INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER | 3D MODELER

Sports Tracker Concept Design

3D model of a red bike tracker device clamped on a bike along a forest pathway. Plastic enclosure designed by industrial designer norman pardalis
3D model of a red bike tracker device clamped on a bike along a forest pathway. Plastic enclosure designed by industrial designer norman pardalis

Image showing the backside of the device and how it attaches to the clamp

One of my early projects in 2016 required designing bike sensors and trackers of varying functions and features. One thing they all had in common was they were meant to be used outdoor in motion, thus they had to have some level of dust and moisture protection. I started the process with studying the components of the device and understanding what my client needs for my output. The client provided the user requirements and some features of the device, and they  were clear about what they wanted for the enclosure and sensor design. 

Concept design of the tracker enclosure which can be clamped onto a metal attachment Concept design of the device enclosure with a visual of how the device can be operated while attached onto a bike handleConcept design of the device enclosure that can easily slide onto the the clamp

I created several design studies for the device enclosure, including options for clamping the device onto the bike handles. The client had been quite specific on the placements of both the tracker and the sensor. Some of the designs I made featured flexibility for the purpose of adaptability to varying bike part designs.

Sensor concept design that attaches to the crankset of a bike using flexible tentacles inspired by the octopus Sensor concept design that straps onto the crank arm of a bicycle Sensor concept design that straps onto the crank arm of a bicycle, but easily detachable for purposes of charging or replacement.

After further modifications have been made to the chosen tracker design,  the client asked for 3D models of the device enclosure and the clamp. I built the models specifically for 3D printing so the client can print an test the enclosure and the clamping, before finalizing the model for turnover.

Image showing a 3D model of the device enclosure and 3D printed mockups provided by the client Exploded view of the key components of the device and clamp assembly Technical drawings of the clamp design