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The course is wrapping up, and we're happy to have made it throughout the whole process,thank you for your efforts and collaborative approach. Here’s our Feedback Boards! 😊

Team 12 friends hello, here is our size information, you can start to make a simple model based on this, we will update the lamp module later, because it is a magnetic charging so you can not see the USB interface. The unit is millimeters. Pattern intention Your feedback is always welcome~

Here is the script for the Smart Pot Promotional Video that we thought to record! Mirror NumberScene TypePictureLinesSound Effect1Full-sceneIn the morning, the elderly Turkish grandmother sits in her cozy living room, smiling as she looks at her beloved plants. She reaches for a watering can but hesitates, unsure of how much water to pour."In the past, uncertainty about plant care could make gardening a bit stressful."Soft ambient music and the sound of birds chirping.2Medium Close-UpThe grandmother checks the smart plant pot’s interface, which shows a clear and easy-to-read indicator of the soil’s humidity level."Now, the Smart Plant Pot guides you with precision, showing how much water your plants need, ensuring they’re perfectly cared for."A calming notification sound plays, and the music continues softly.3Medium Close-UpThe grandmother waters the plant with confidence, a serene smile on her face as she watches the pot’s indicator turn green, confirming the task is complete."Interactive reminders and real-time feedback ensure your plants are always healthy and thriving."Soft water-pouring sound, followed by a gentle ding from the pot.4Medium Close-UpOn a cloudy day, the grandmother places the modular light source near the plant. The plant and room become warmly lit."Even on cloudy days, the modular light ensures your plants get the light they need to thrive."Soft, uplifting music.5Medium Close-UpThe grandmother sits back in her armchair, listening to soothing natural sounds from the pot while enjoying her tea."Natural sounds from the Smart Plant Pot bring peace and joy to your day, creating moments of tranquility."Relaxing natural sounds: water flowing, birds chirping.6Medium Close-UpThe grandmother effortlessly moves the pot from the living room to her balcony, showcasing its portability."Rechargeable and portable, the Smart Plant Pot makes it easy to care for your plants, wherever you go."Light, happy music continues.7Full-sceneThe grandmother lovingly tends to her plants while the smart plant pot provides a warm, ambient glow. The scene closes with her smiling as her plants thrive."Smart Plant Pot: Bringing joy, ease, and life into your home and garden."Music gradually becomes more uplifting and fades to silence. We are waiting for your feedback!

We have made a list to consider while preparing the final products to check as the Evaluation Criteria for the Smart Pot design that you are working for, our dear designer team. 1. Shape & Size Refinement Real-Life Usability: Is the flowerpot shape practical for everyday use, including placement on windowsills and tabletops? Size Variations: Does the design offer compact and medium-sized options to cater to different spaces? Light Module Solution: Does the pot include a solution for light attachment, for example: telescopic or foldable light module to adapt to compact spaces? Compactness of the light: Is the light module designed to remain unobtrusive when not in use? Ergonomics: Is the pot's shape intuitive for user interaction, particularly for elderly users? 2. Display Screen Design Compact Interface: Is the display screen compact yet effective, integrating essential features (humidity, temperature, battery level, and music controls)? Placement: Is the screen placed near the upper edge of the pot for easy visibility without compromising aesthetics? User-Friendly Graphics: Does the display use calming colors and simple graphics suitable for older users? Multiple States: Are plant conditions represented through expressive states (e.g., happy, sad, sleepy) in an engaging way? Space Efficiency: Does the face display occupy minimal space and blend seamlessly with the overall design? 3. Buttons and Controls Hybrid Approach: Does the design balance physical and touch buttons effectively? Essential Physical Buttons: Are key controls (or control ex: power, reset, etc.) accessible and tactile for elderly users? Touch Screen: Is the touch interface intuitive for infrequent yet detailed interactions? Accessibility: Are buttons and screens easy to operate, considering font size, brightness, and navigation simplicity? 5. App Integration Only one or two screenshot kind of frames are enough, we don't want details. It could be digital pictures or hand drawing, choose which is easier for you. Intuitive Wireframe: Does the app offer a simple and clear interface with the following features: Home Screen: Overall plant health indicators (water level, sunlight, temperature). Notifications: Custom reminders for watering and lighting adjustments. Sound Controls: Natural sound selection and volume adjustment. Elderly Accessibility: Does the app accommodate elderly users with larger text and simplified navigation? 6. Charging & Energy Port Standard: Does the pot use a USB Type-C charging port for universal compatibility? Safety Standards: Is the port and plug designed to meet Turkey’s electrical safety regulations? Energy Storage: Is there sufficient energy storage in the temple tips for auxiliary functions (e.g., lighting)? 9. Aesthetic Appeal Design Harmony: Does the pot maintain an organic aesthetic while incorporating functional features? Color & Material: Does the design retain earthy tones like brown, complementing the use of wood for the stand? Render Feedback: Are the renders realistic and functional, aiding in refining the color and material choices? 10. Market Feasibility Cost-Effectiveness: Can the product be produced and sold at a competitive price? Target Demographic: Does the design cater to both elderly users and modern plant enthusiasts? Unique Selling Points: Are the integrated features (e.g., telescopic light, expressive states, sound integration) market-differentiating? 8.…

Hello, Team 12🎉， we have made this sketch according to your request and it contains our understanding of flower POTS If you do not want to associate the phone, we can remove this step. In addition, we think that the display screen is still necessary. Many physical buttons can be replaced on the display screen, and the state can be intuitively expressed through small expressions. The following is mainly divided into two parts, one is to use the story version, the other is to ask questions, need to communicate with you.🙂 ⚪The first is our function: ------------------------------------------------------------ User usage scenario: A beautiful day to get up, see the plant by the bed sent out a "distress signal", it is great to know its state for the first time. (Interactive reminder and feedback system: This feature solves memory or cognitive challenges that older customers may face to help them take better care of their plants. With timely reminders, customers can ensure that plants are properly cared for and thus enjoy gardening without fear of neglect.) ------------------------------------------------------------ According to the interface water state watering, you can finally know how much water you need to pour, and you don't have to worry about too much or not enough pouring. (Customer needs addressed: This feature provides valuable guidance for older customers who may be less familiar with plant care knowledge. It reduces the risk of over - or under-care caused by not understanding the needs of plants, making plant care simpler and more scientific.) ------------------------------------------------------------ You can see its humidity condition, you can also spend leisure time with it, listen to music.Life feels more interesting and there is more life in the home. (Addressed customer needs: Natural sounds help relieve stress and anxiety, which is a very practical feature for older customers seeking peace of mind. It can help elderly clients spice up their lives and alleviate loneliness while caring for their beloved plants. It enhances the emotional value of the pot, making it a tool that can enhance the quality of life.) ------------------------------------------------------------ Not every day the sun is high, cloudy days lack of light do not worry, put our modular light to supplement it. ------------------------------------------------------------ Be sure to charge or replace the battery. (This design makes it easy for users to move flowerpots without worrying about the limitations of the power cord, whether from indoors to outdoors or between rooms. At the same time, the use of rechargeable batteries reduces the difficulty of charging the use of intelligent functions, and reduces the trouble and cost of replacing the battery, which is more environmentally friendly and sustainable. This portable design makes the customer's life more comfortable and comfortable, and can better enjoy the fun of gardening.) ------------------------------------------------------------ ⚪Problems encountered during the sketch drawing process : ① Whether the flower pot needs a display screen. ② Flower pot button Do you prefer a physical button or a display button? ③Do you have any requirements for the size of the flowerpot? All we know so…

We truly appreciate your ideas and hard work. Thank you for your thoughtful communication and collaboration with us throughout this process as the designer. At this stage, we’d like to share our group’s collective feedback based on your initial ideas. Below, we will outline the features and concepts we’d like to incorporate into the final product, drawing inspiration directly from the thoughtful and creative elements each of you proposed. We believe these refined features will create a product that is both practical and uniquely tailored to meet our user’s needs. Our Main Selection Is YURUI's IDEAS. But, we expect you to include these features given below: Adjustable Light System (Inspired by Fuyuan): We’re incorporating Fuyuan's suggestion for an additional light source for the plant. However, we’re emphasizing that the light should have an adjustable height to accommodate the plant’s growth over time, ensuring it’s positioned correctly as the plant grows. Nature Sounds Integration (Inspired by Fuyuan): Fuyuan’s idea of adding nature sounds is included in a simplified form, allowing users to control these sounds directly on the pot with a button rather than relying on an app. This makes it more practical and accessible for an elderly user. Cultural Decoration Options (Inspired by Yirui): From Yirui’s idea of using Turkish motifs, we suggest applying these cultural patterns selectively on specific areas of the pot to create a clean, aesthetically pleasing design that honors the user’s cultural background. Interactive Reminder and Feedback System (Inspired by Yirui): Taking inspiration from Yirui’s concept of an interactive pot, we propose a simple reminder system that notifies the user about watering or care needs. We suggest implementing an intuitive, single-button interaction to keep it straightforward. Humidity and Temperature Monitoring (Inspired by Yirui): Drawing from Yirui’s sensor-based features, we propose a simplified version that monitors humidity and temperature, providing basic feedback in a way that’s easy for the user to understand. Rechargeable Battery for Portability (Inspired by Yirui): Yirui’s idea of using a rechargeable battery for portability is included, allowing the elderly user to move the pot easily and ensuring it remains user-friendly. Modular and Customizable Sizing Options (Inspired by Yirui): Inspired by Yirui’s idea of modular sizing for different plant types, we propose offering two size options to accommodate various plants while maintaining a customizable and accessible design. Good luck in the project!

We are happy to share our finalized brief! After the updates we wanted to share it under the title of "Finalized Design Brief" directly. Best regards, Team 12. LATEST UPDATES ARE GIVEN AT THE BOTTOM BRIEF: For our project, we are seeking a smart “planter/plant pot” design that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. The planter should monitor the plant’s health, have automatic watering capabilities, and be user-friendly, and customizable. Additionally, it should include interactive features that support elderly individuals in forming emotional connections with plants and maintaining this ritual. Intended Users: Grandparents. (Our primary users are grandparents, specifically individuals aged 60 and above. This age group encompasses diverse lifestyles, from those living independently to those sharing a home with family members.) Target Market: 60+ Elderly Individuals.Note: We aim to cater to a broad spectrum of elderly users, with a focus on those who live alone, elderly couples, and those living with their families, in that order. We place great emphasis on the well-being of elderly individuals, particularly those with memory impairments such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Recognizing their need for companionship and communication, we aim to develop products that not only assist with daily tasks but also offer emotional support through a connection with plants. Many elderly people enjoy talking to their plants, and our plant system can enhance this experience by providing gentle reminders for care and even self-watering when necessary. This reduces the anxiety of forgetfulness while offering a comforting presence they can interact with. By fostering this interaction, we aim to make plant care a soothing and enjoyable routine that brings comfort and joy. Whether living alone, with a partner, or in a family setting, plants become a source of emotional connection, giving elderly individuals a sense of purpose and companionship. Our goal is to strengthen this bond by ensuring plant care is easy and accessible, allowing them to enjoy the benefits without physical strain or worry. Our approach ensures that each user group is supported in maintaining their independence, nurturing their routines, and celebrating the small joys of life, whether through interaction with family or personal activities. EXPECTED FORM: We’re excited to see the development of the application unfold, and we look forward to viewing sketches and 3D models of the concepts as they take shape, before the main prototype (The prototype at the end might be in the scale of 1/2 or 1/1) is done. It’s important to us to visually follow the creative journey and see the ideas come to life! PROBLEM DEFINITION: The goal is to design a smart planter that enriches the daily lives of elderly individuals and carries cultural significance. This planter should have an aesthetic and customizable structure; it should reflect the cultural sentiment that elderly individuals would want to have in their homes, adopting a maximalist design philosophy. Function: The planter could be equipped with sunlight and moisture sensors, allowing it to monitor the health of the plant. Additionally, it could be able to provide status notifications through voice prompts, making it easier for…

Initial design concept 1.Intelligent flowerpot pet systemDesign highlight: The flowerpot is only equipped with a display screen integrated with the flowerpot wall and a mechanical button. After the button is pressed, intelligent functions are achieved through intelligent voice interaction, improving usability. Provide positive feedback through voice interaction when users appreciate it. It can be connected to a smart terminal via Bluetooth and operated on the system through a mobile app.How to use: Internal input of positive praise entries. When positive words are recognized in the elderly’s speech, a cute and happy expression will appear on the display screen, and beautiful sound effects will be played.In order to enhance the sense of achievement of the elderly during use, the flowerpot will record the number of compliments received. If there is a fluctuation in the frequency of the elderly’s compliments, the flowerpot will provide special feedback. For example, if the frequency is higher than normal, the flowerpot may play a long piece of music or continuously display special gorgeous colors. Conversely, the flowerpot may turn into a melancholic color or display a pitiful and coquettish expression.Intelligent systems can be operated in the mobile app system, and family members or users can set response terms and corresponding expressions based on the user’s language habits. According to the user’s preferences, feedback sound effects can be set, and of course, children’s voices can also be recorded. Family members can also create a family group in the app, like leaving a phone message, to leave a message about the flowerpot. When the user approaches the flowerpot, the message will be played.The sensing system of each flowerpot acts as an independent entity, and users can give different names to different plants. They accompany users like some little elves, relieving their loneliness. Corresponding briefing content: For customer needs such as “elderly people like to bless children and expect to increase their connection with them. Plants become a source of emotional connection, bringing a sense of purpose and companionship to the elderly. User friendly, simple and intuitive user interface”, this concept sets up user friendly and interactive functions to maintain customer emotional needs. This design aims to enrich the daily life of the elderly through intelligent interactive functions, guide them to actively face life, increase their connection with plants and descendants, improve their sense of achievement in plant care, and alleviate their loneliness. 2.Reminder system and battery chargingDesign highlight: Install light and humidity sensors to record the frequency of plant care for the elderly and provide reminders when necessary. Detachable rechargeable battery with a convenient charging port designed for the battery, providing charging reminders when the battery is low.How to use: The memory of the elderly is declining, and the reminder system is meaningful for the elderly. By sensing the user’s behavior, it provides necessary reminders to the user. The intelligent system of the flowerpot is powered by rechargeable batteries, eliminating the need to move the flowerpot or frequently replace the battery. Simply take the battery to the charger for charging, reducing user pressure.…

(Industrial Design students) ⚪“Building blocks”like flower POTS Design highlights: Through the assembly of personalized parts, decorate personalized flower POTS. Use process: You can customize your favorite parts by 3D printing, and insert them in the corresponding position of the flower pot to achieve the decorative effect. The parts can be changed according to the mood to make the flower pot more interesting. Designer: FuyuanDesign date: November 4, 2024Design size: Diameter 20cmMaterial description: Plastic, porcelain, glass ⚪Flower POTS that listen to nature sounds Design highlights: It will make the sound of plants growing, wind, birds singing, the sound of nature, of course, you can also play your favorite music. Usage process: Import audio by cooperating with mobile software. Designer: FuyuanDesign date: November 4, 2024Design size: Diameter 15cmMaterial description: Plastic, porcelain, glass ⚪Light flowerpots Design highlights: Let the light move on the flower pot, maybe there is a different scenery. Design limitations: The effect may not be seen during the day, and the effect is excellent at night. Use process: ① The light is cast on the outer wall of the flower pot: the light can be projected on the outer wall of the flower pot to achieve decorative effect by adjusting the light color and projection method. ② Light illuminates the plant: when the light is insufficient, it supplements the light for the plant in time. The light shines on the surface of the soil of the flower pot: Maybe you can project some interesting things on the soil, it can be a small snail, it can be a star, there are many things you can project. Designer: FuyuanDesign date: November 4, 2024Design size: Diameter 25cmMaterial description: Plastic, porcelain, glass