Charlie.
An animated kids toy.
Design a toy for a 3-5yr. old inspired by the John Deere model 2010 Tractor utilizing the following:
Eva Foam.
Plastic.
Plywood.
Research: abilities of a 3-5yr. old.
This age range is particularly drawn to known colors, shapes, and symmetrical elements.
3-5yr. old children also use their imagination to create stories when playing with toys.
I aim to design a toy that can be a vehicle for other toys to ride on or its own character. This flexibility allows for the child use their creativity while playing.
Ideation.
Tractor simplified to harsh geometric forms, strong forward motion.
Form is soft and becomes a
character due to facial features.
Abstracted form with movement, a
foam limitation exploration model.
Animation development.
Transfer horizontal rotation to vertical motion.
Understanding proportions.
The overall size fit comfortably in my little sisters hand.
The top structural frame sticks out too much, interfering with grip.
CAD sketches.
Final physical prototype.
Final CAD model and assembly.
Width is designed for a 3-5yr old's grip.
Charlie is the traditional John Deere colors.
Headlights and grill create an abstracted face for play.
Charlie.