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There were four design outputs. The cordless screwdriver is one of the most popular power tools yet current tools are long, unwieldy and difficult to grip and activate. A redesign made the shape easier to fit into the palm of the hand and the screwdriver is automatically activated as soon as the screw bit pushed into the screw.

Cordless drills are heavy to use due to the battery weight. By attaching the battery via belt clip to the waist and connecting it to the drill with a short power cord, the freedom of cordless drills could be kept whilst relieving battery weight.

The reciprocating jigsaw has become a best selling product but little attention has been paid to the ergonomics of holding the saw whilst applying force. By changing the angle of application and totally redesigning the handle and battery case, a unique and new type of power saw was created.

The final concept looked at the popular palm-sized sander which is generally uncomfortable to hold, as the user is expected to press and hold it against a surface whilst it vibrates gently to re-create a sanding motion. The prototype was redesigned to fit the 'cup' of the hand whilst a hand strap removes the need to firmly grip it.

next: issues >>
 Cordless screwdriver with easy-to-grip shape

Cordless screwdriver with easy-to-grip shape

 Cordless drill: reducing weight

Cordless drill: reducing weight

 Reciprocating saw: ergonomic rethink
Reciprocating saw: ergonomic rethink

 Palm-sized sander: hand strap innovation

Palm-sized sander: hand strap innovation

 
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