Creative Design: Undergraduate

Integrating 3D Printing and Electronics with Functional and Aesthetic Design to Create a Convertible Multi-Functional Light-Up Bag

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Abstract

The design was in response to an industry sponsored product design challenge to create a bag where the user could easily view the contents in low light-level conditions. The bag was to be useful as convenient storage for NASA astronauts for long-duration space missions, and as a unique, high-end, fashion product for consumer use. Specific design requirements included: (a) integrated lighting, (b) adjustability of the light level and color, (c) remote light management with an app, (d) adherence to all ISO and consumer UL safety standards, (e) integration of the various electronic components into the bag to ensure that the system is user-friendly and operates safely, and (f) having a battery capable of charging a modern smartphone at least two times. This work builds on prior creative scholarship by using 3D printing to house electronics and supply structure to a bag, while addressing the industry sponsor’s design requirements.

Keywords: 3D printing, wearable technology, bag, lighted

How to Cite:

Eads, N., Oblites, E., Weirich, L., Wolfe, C., McKinney, E. & Taylor, B., (2024) “Integrating 3D Printing and Electronics with Functional and Aesthetic Design to Create a Convertible Multi-Functional Light-Up Bag”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 80(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.17206