Billy McKendrick
Integrated Industrial Design
A passionate designer with the aim of creating innovative and feasible solutions to real world problems.
Major project
A Device to Assist the User with Calorie Tracking and Meal Preparation
OptiKCal: Smart Calorie Tracking and Meal Preparation Device
The brief set for this project was to design a product which would assist users in calorie tracking and meal preparation. OptiKcal was intended to be used in the user’s home kitchen and consisted of a smart camera to identify the food and scales to measure the weight. This would calculate the calories of all ingredients as the user prepares their meal. The results would display on an app which would log the user’s meals and data and compare it with their pre set goals. This ensures they are meeting their daily calorie intake goals for their intended purpose; whether this be weight loss, gain
or maintenance.
OptiKCal: Product In Environment
OptiKcal is aimed at a range of users from fitness fanatics to those suffering from an illness such as diabetes who adhere to strict diet plans. OptiKcal has a selection of bowls which automatically zeros, based off colour coded rims to make the process more efficient and less time consuming. It also features an integrated chopping board to ensure efficient cleaning and food hygiene.
OptiKCal: Exploded View and Internal Components
Jekta: Smart Diabetes Monitoring Device
The brief for this project was to design an Internet of Things device. This is a product which has interconnection via the internet embedded into everyday objects. This allows them to send and receive data. I decided to design a diabetes monitoring device which could test blood glucose levels, automatically measure a dose, inject the user with insulin and track and record their data. This data would then be sent to their GP so they could have an overview of their patients health. It would also automatically re-order medication when the user’s personal supply was running low.
Jekta: Smartphone App
An app was designed using Adobe XD. It was important the app was personal to the user, sat within the same brand styling and displayed information to the user in a simple and efficient way.
Jekta: Product Renders and Storyboard
Product storyboards are a key tool used to explain how the product works and it's key interaction points. These visuals aim to answer any questions which the consumer may be unsure of.
Skweeze: 3D Printed Disability Aid Ideation
The brief for this design was to create a disability aid which would be manufactured through 3D printing. It had to be made of one single component and had to fit within the HP 3D printing bed. This task was set by Design Reality in a week long live project. I decided to design a toothpaste dispenser as this is an everyday task which can be difficult for all users regardless of their hand strength and dexterity. It is aimed at those with limited hand mobility however it can be used by all.
Skweeze: Product Storyboard
It was important that SKWEEZE has a subtle and discrete design so it does not visually look like a disability aid. This is so it could fit in any environment without causing anyone any discomfort.
Billy McKendrick
Major project
A Device to Assist the User with Calorie Tracking and Meal Preparation