[Pen Design]

End User:
The end user is the typical outdoorsman who needs a rugged tough pen outdoors. They need a pen that is useful.

Context and Culture:

• out in the elements (rain, fire, snow, dust)

• hands could be cold/numb

• might be in the dark

• needs to be easily accessible

• tough

Existing Products:




Concepts:

[The O.S.K. Emergency Schelter]

[spectra]

[Found Design Elements]

[Observing Buttons]

Each button we looked at had one similar basic function, which was to activate an intended mechanism. Some were mechanical, while others used electronic systems ranging from simple electronics, to touchscreens. Simple electronic buttons and mechanical buttons typically served one purpose, while touchscreen buttons could serve a multitude of functions. As a design consideration, simple buttons should serve simple purposes, while the more complicated functions are best suited for touchscreens.