Clay Modeling Phase

Breathing Attachment Mechanism

Basic Mock-up Test for option 1: Quarter Turn Lock 

Development Ideation

Following on from the formative presentation feedback received, further development in surfacing of the strap connection points and mechanical aspects of the breathing component is needed. 

Exploring possibility of manufacturing breathing connection mount as a separate piece from the frame and re-fusing to combat issues in tooling. Further research into ultra-sound and plastic welding needs to take place.

Exploration of quater-turn locking mechanism - please view above video for  further technical understanding.

Development Renderings

Detail Development - Foam

First Stage Foam Modeling

This process involves laminating thin sections of foam in two parts across the face to form the organic shape of the seal and offset for the frame. Here I was able build up to the correct thickness for the frame and develop the surfaces further. 

Development Overlays (Front)

Basic overlay renders - provide an early indication of visual weight, fluency etc. from directly in front of the patient. 

Creating a recessed visor as a facade may reduce some of the visual weight in the frame by simply overlapping it. Similar to performance snow goggles where a durable and often thicker frame is required for support and stability, however the visor overlaps a certain amount of the frame visually - reducing the thickness and weight of the goggle.