The SolarSPELL initiative empowers learners globally by providing localized educational information and the training to build 21st century skills in offline environments.
The goal of this program is to develop a compact, on-the-go device powered by SolarSPELL’s technology and digital libraries.
Role
Industrial Design, DFM
Duration
Ongoing
Dimensions
Length: 23 cm
Width: 15 cm
Depth: 4 cm
The Mission
SolarSPELL combines curated digital libraries, solar-powered technology, and the training to build information literacy and internet-ready skills in offline environments, focusing on the half of the world that remains unconnected. Access to information and education are human rights and public goods. Information literacy is the core skill for empowerment and equity in the 21st century.
More information about SolarSPELL can be found here: solarspell.org
Concepts & Form Development
I explored different form factors, affordances, features, and enclosure types to best fit the needs of users.
Form and Visual Inspiration
SolarSPELL Design Language
SolarSPELL’s current product lineup consists of the original SolarSPELL digital learning library and SolarSENSE, a soil sensor. In designing SolarSPELL Mini, our third hardware device, careful attention was paid to ensure that the new device would be consistent with SolarSPELL’s current image and brand.