Process

Process

Persona POV
WE MET...
Kofi, a low-to-middle income dispatch rider in his twenties
WE WERE SURPRISED TO NOTICE...
That the inside of his helmet is noisy while he's riding which hinders his hearing.
WE WONDER IF THIS MEANS...
The design of the helmet doesn't accommodate for noise reduction.
IT WOULD BE GAME-CHANGING TO...
Design a helmet that will work with 90% of motorcycle designs with good aerodynamics that will help with noise reduction.
WE MET...
Kwame, a low-to-middle income okada rider in his twenties
WE WERE SURPRISED TO NOTICE...
That he doesn't fully cover his head with his helmet
WE WONDER IF THIS MEANS...
He finds the helmet uncomfortable
IT WOULD BE GAME-CHANGING TO...
have a helmet that does not only prioritizes safety but also offers comfort, style, and the latest technology to enhance the riding experience.
WE MET...
Akwasi, a delivery guy in his mid-20's needs to stay safe and informed while navigating unfamiliar roads.
WE WERE SURPRISED TO NOTICE...
he was enthusiastic about incorporating technology in the helmet design to provide real-time information and feedback during a ride.
WE WONDER IF THIS MEANS...
riders are ready for technology-based helmets with features to improve their safety and riding experience.
IT WOULD BE GAME-CHANGING TO...
design a motorcycle helmet that incorporates innovative features can help riders respond quickly to potential hazards and reduce the risk of accidents e.g., crash avoidance and built-in communication systems for navigation and alerting emergency contacts.

Based on the data we collected, there are several areas where the design of motorcycle helmets could be improved. Firstly, the helmet's weight appears to be a complaint, which sometimes causes discomfort and strain to the rider's neck. The design of a new helmet should prioritise weight reduction without ignoring head protection.

  • Again, from the data collected, the helmet's visibility is another area that needs improvement. Quite a number of riders made it known that the helmet can impede their vision, particularly in bright light. Therefore, the new design of the helmet should offer improved visibility and have a scratch-resistant visor.
  • Another complaint that came up was the fact that heat can get trapped inside the helmet, making it uncomfortable for the rider. Considering this, a new helmet design should prioritise improved ventilation to address the issue.
  • The cost of getting a helmet also became a concern for some riders. As such, a new helmet design should be affordable and accessible to all riders. Passenger safety is also paramount, so it should be less costly to enable passengers to get a helmet.
  • To encourage the wearing of helmets by motorcycle riders, an aesthetically pleasing design should be considered to encourage them to use them as 'fashion'.
  • In summary, a newly designed helmet should be impact-resistant, lightweight, and affordable and prioritise safety and comfort for the rider and, if necessary, the passenger.

    • Low-fidelity (lo-fi) prototyping is a quick and easy way to translate high-level design concepts into tangible and testable artifacts. The first and most important role of lo-fi prototypes is to check and test functionality rather than the visual appearance of the product. For this project, the lo-fi prototype were wireframes and paper prototypes. Refer to Solution to view prototypes

    A Scenario is a description of possible actions or events in the future: There are several possible scenarios. A horrific/nightmare scenario such as a motor crash with a long vehicle carrying cargo and the helmet sensor fails to send in notifications.

    A Hi-Fi Prototype is a computer-based interactive representation of the product in its closest resemblance to the final design in terms of details and functionality. Our hi-fi prototype is designed using Figma with product testing done in prototype mode.