University Project
Aura Ring
Aura Ring
University Design Project
University Design Project
University Design Project
Year:
2025
Project Duration :
24 weeks
Context & Problem:
The project was restricted Within the scope of an object (probably a gizmo) for hybrid-beings that improves/enhances/makes it engaging. The project would have four pillars as below: the object's design, the context to be improved & discussed, the technology that enables its use and the materiality.'
After much deliberation, a target user and problem was constructed: For many deaf and hard-of-hearing people, everyday moments; a visitor at the door, a timer finishing in the kitchen, or an urgent notification, can easily go unnoticed. The consequences range from mild inconvenience, to genuine risk. Current solutions, often clunky, visually unappealing, and difficult to integrate into modern life act as constant reminders of users’ limitations.
Solution:
The Aura Ring was created to address these problem points, as a MagSafe accessory that translates key sounds from smart devices, doorbells, timers, or notifications into light, giving deaf users clear, prompt feedback at-a-glance.
Unlike many assistive products that prioritise function over form, the Aura Ring is designed with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, allowing it to blend seamlessly into everyday life.
Challenges:
The design process uncovered several key challenges:
Component integration: Housing LEDs, a display, battery, and circuitry in a slim form factor required detailed and precise internal architecture.
Robustness vs. thinness: Striking the right balance between durability and a discreet profile was critical to ensure everyday usability.
Prototyping constraints: University resources, including budget and 3D print quality shaped the final chassis and informed practical refinements.
User dignity: Designing an assistive product that looked elegant rather than medical demanded iteration on aesthetics, proportions, and finishes.
Summary:
Aura Ring is more than a notification aid: it is an inclusive, modern accessory that changes the way we approach assistive technology, through elegance and discretion. By merging MagSafe compatibility with customisable light and display feedback, it empowers deaf and hard-of-hearing users to stay connected without compromise. The outcome demonstrates how accessibility, when approached through thoughtful design, can be both functional and aspirational.
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University Project
Aura Ring
Aura Ring
University Design Project
University Design Project
University Design Project
Year:
2025
Project Duration :
24 weeks
Context & Problem:
The project was restricted Within the scope of an object (probably a gizmo) for hybrid-beings that improves/enhances/makes it engaging. The project would have four pillars as below: the object's design, the context to be improved & discussed, the technology that enables its use and the materiality.'
After much deliberation, a target user and problem was constructed: For many deaf and hard-of-hearing people, everyday moments; a visitor at the door, a timer finishing in the kitchen, or an urgent notification, can easily go unnoticed. The consequences range from mild inconvenience, to genuine risk. Current solutions, often clunky, visually unappealing, and difficult to integrate into modern life act as constant reminders of users’ limitations.
Solution:
The Aura Ring was created to address these problem points, as a MagSafe accessory that translates key sounds from smart devices, doorbells, timers, or notifications into light, giving deaf users clear, prompt feedback at-a-glance.
Unlike many assistive products that prioritise function over form, the Aura Ring is designed with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, allowing it to blend seamlessly into everyday life.
Challenges:
The design process uncovered several key challenges:
Component integration: Housing LEDs, a display, battery, and circuitry in a slim form factor required detailed and precise internal architecture.
Robustness vs. thinness: Striking the right balance between durability and a discreet profile was critical to ensure everyday usability.
Prototyping constraints: University resources, including budget and 3D print quality shaped the final chassis and informed practical refinements.
User dignity: Designing an assistive product that looked elegant rather than medical demanded iteration on aesthetics, proportions, and finishes.
Summary:
Aura Ring is more than a notification aid: it is an inclusive, modern accessory that changes the way we approach assistive technology, through elegance and discretion. By merging MagSafe compatibility with customisable light and display feedback, it empowers deaf and hard-of-hearing users to stay connected without compromise. The outcome demonstrates how accessibility, when approached through thoughtful design, can be both functional and aspirational.
Portfolio Slides
Find below the detailed project slides from my portoflio:
More Projects
University Project
Aura Ring
Aura Ring
University Design Project
University Design Project
University Design Project
Year:
2025
Project Duration :
24 weeks
Context & Problem:
The project was restricted Within the scope of an object (probably a gizmo) for hybrid-beings that improves/enhances/makes it engaging. The project would have four pillars as below: the object's design, the context to be improved & discussed, the technology that enables its use and the materiality.'
After much deliberation, a target user and problem was constructed: For many deaf and hard-of-hearing people, everyday moments; a visitor at the door, a timer finishing in the kitchen, or an urgent notification, can easily go unnoticed. The consequences range from mild inconvenience, to genuine risk. Current solutions, often clunky, visually unappealing, and difficult to integrate into modern life act as constant reminders of users’ limitations.
Solution:
The Aura Ring was created to address these problem points, as a MagSafe accessory that translates key sounds from smart devices, doorbells, timers, or notifications into light, giving deaf users clear, prompt feedback at-a-glance.
Unlike many assistive products that prioritise function over form, the Aura Ring is designed with a modern, minimalist aesthetic, allowing it to blend seamlessly into everyday life.
Challenges:
The design process uncovered several key challenges:
Component integration: Housing LEDs, a display, battery, and circuitry in a slim form factor required detailed and precise internal architecture.
Robustness vs. thinness: Striking the right balance between durability and a discreet profile was critical to ensure everyday usability.
Prototyping constraints: University resources, including budget and 3D print quality shaped the final chassis and informed practical refinements.
User dignity: Designing an assistive product that looked elegant rather than medical demanded iteration on aesthetics, proportions, and finishes.
Summary:
Aura Ring is more than a notification aid: it is an inclusive, modern accessory that changes the way we approach assistive technology, through elegance and discretion. By merging MagSafe compatibility with customisable light and display feedback, it empowers deaf and hard-of-hearing users to stay connected without compromise. The outcome demonstrates how accessibility, when approached through thoughtful design, can be both functional and aspirational.
Portfolio Slides
Find below the detailed project slides from my portoflio: