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My name is Keith Moy.
I am an Industrial Designer, and I love what I do.
The pages in this book reflect my design process,
and give insight to my skillset and styles.

Objective: Deal with the problem of
‘Pull-Tie’
Dog Poo Project
dog waste in an innovative way.

Literary Research...
Dog waste is a problem.
S
Roundworms If the person in control of the dog or cat is the owner of the property, this
law does not apply.
Violation of this section is punishable upon conviction by a fine of
more than $500.
Tapeworms Leptospira
not less than $75 or
Salmonellosis
Parvo Virus
Distemper
remove
A person in control of a dog or cat must promptly
and dispose of, in a sanitary manner, feces left by
Rabies their dog or cat, when walking outside of your own yard with
E. coli
their pet.
diseases can be contracted from dog feces.
Many
in control
Each person must be of the dog or cat and
must have materials to remove
feces left by their dog or cat when they are off their own
property.

Survey Results...
House / Rural Apartment / Urban
Pick up after dog -
People that...
Use scooper -
bags -
septic tank -
shovel -
$20
$10
Spent per month (avg.)-

Survey Results...
Bag Shovel
Scooper Septic Tank
One-time purchase Cheap / Free Eliminates smell One-time purchase
Holds multiple ‘deposits’ Always available Dog waste practically Holds multiple ‘deposits’
disappears
Good distance from deposit Easy to use Good distance from deposit
when collecting Lasts for several years when collecting
Fits in pocket / purse
Expensive Bend-over to pick up Expensive Expensive
Must clean after use Can feel poo through the Made for specific soil types Must clean after use
bag
Too heavy to use during a Must dig deep hole to Heavy
dog walk leaves mess on sidewalk install
Awkward angle when using
can’t get it all off concrete Most bags are non- Requires frequent watering to pick up poo
biodegradable and addition of enzymes

Survey Results...
Activities done while taking a dog outside
Listening to Smoking
Running / Getting the
music
Walking mail
Reading Talking on Pushing baby
phone stroller

Basically...
- People feel like it is a chore to pick up after a dog
- People don’t like to spend much money on these products
- The environment doesn’t need more trash
- Poo on the sidewalk is difficult to remove
Design Goal :
- Solve the problem of dog waste by making the task of disposing it more fun.
- Must be low-cost
- Must be sustainable
- Works on concrete

Rolling Scooper
Scoop, flip, and roll away.
Scooper Suitcase
Conceal your dirty scooper.
Got-to-go box
Template printed on
paper grocery bags.
Dog trained to poo
on red dot when
seen...

The Cover-Up
Press Bio-degradable box into the
ground, covering the poo. When the
box soaks up rain water, enzymes in
box break down the dog waste.
Designated Poo-Area
Owner lets pet into enclosed hedge space to
go to the bathroom. Space is maintained by
apartment maintenance cerw.
Outdoor Flushing Station
For suburban / rural area.
Station is installed, tapping onto
existing sewage line from house.
Dog waste is collected, as normal,
by method of scooper, shovel, etc.
Waste is placed into station, and
then flushed down, similar to a
regular toilet.
Has a swinging lid attached to
top to protect against rain, debris,
tennis balls, etc.

Planter
Bio-degradable cloth with
embedded seed is placed over
dog waste at the time of the
crime.
Enzymes in cloth break down
the waste and the moisture
created provides the nutrients
needed for the seed to grow
into a plant.
Walking Stick
The plant growing from this
cloth is a signature showing
that a good samaritain has done
their job... Light-weight scooper picks up dog waste,
and then flips up to be used as a walking
aid... instead of being a burden to carry.
Dung Beetle Jar
Dog Pack
Saddle-bag hugs
the dog, carrying
dog treats and
bags for waste
pick-up. Make
the dog carry it!
Poo gets carried
off...

Actions
Pull Pocket
Uses a scissor action to pick poo
up inside. Pocket sinches tight for
carrying.
Scooper Pocket
Front flap scrapes under poo to
assist into pocket. Front flap now
seals pocket at the top.

Disposable Apparel
(chosen as final design direction)
Bio-degradable clothing made
from flat, recycled material.
scarf
Hooks around the waist.

Structural connection to
support pocket when full.
Materials Testing

55 cm
9 cm

Set
Remove Rip
Toss
Scoop
Pull

The following four projects will briefly communicate
some of the major skills and techniques I have acquired.

Objective: Design an end table
End Table
for a home.
Major skills earned:
- Practical design
- Concept development
- Sketching
- Illustration
- Digital 3D modeling + rendering
- Story Board/ Product use + context

Possible veneer layering method
for constructing the tabletop...

Objective: Solve the issue of an
‘Sound’ undesireable space we encounter in
Undesireable Space
public.
Major skills earned:
- Concept development
- Problem solving
- Abstract thinking
- Sketching/ Illustration
- Photoshop rendering/ illustration
- Model making + testing
- Ergonomics
- Vector graphics
- Technology exploration
- Digital 3D modeling/ rendering
- Storyboard/ product use + context

NOISE TION
POLLU

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Brain Brain
Cochlea Cochlea
Ear Drum Ear Drum
Bone Bone
Sound Sound
Source Source
Bone Conduction Hearing by means of
bone vibration...
Hearing by means of
air wave vibrations...
What Bone Conduction is and how it
works...
When physical vibrations are applied to certain “bony landmarks” on the human head, they pass into the skull, to
the cochlea, and into the brain, interpreted as sounds. The whole process bypasses the eardrum altogether, and
the sounds that are created can only be heard by the user that is coming in contact with the vibration source. This
is an excellent form of sound isolation in any environment, which also allows for sounds to be heard through the
air ( if someone was to call attention to the user) .
Temple
Vertex
There are several landmarks
on the head where bone
vibration can be observed,
but some are more effective
with carrying sounds to the Condylaris
brain Mandibulae
Mastoid
-directly behind the ear

Some waiting rooms will play music using overhead speakers/ surrounding
speakers for the visitors while they wait their turn. The purpose of this is
to keep the visitors entertained while they wait. This is fine, except certain
visitors may not enjoy the particular music being played, or who just wish to
wait in silence. As a result, the intended “entertainment” actually becomes
noise pollution...
a form of
Environment:
THE
WAITING ROOM
Bone Vibration (Embedded in headrest)
Module
What Bone Vibration is and how it works...
When physical vibrations are applied to certain “bony landmarks” on
the human head, they pass into the skull, to the cochlea, and into the
brain, interpreted as sounds. The whole process bypasses the eardrum
altogether, and the sounds that are created can only be heard by the user
that is coming in contact with the vibration source. This is an excellent
form of sound isolation in any environment, which also allows for sounds
to be heard through the air ( if someone was to call attention to the
FRONT Head rest composed of 40% soy based user) .
foam, as used in Ford’s 2008 Mustang
seats.
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Modules recieve wireless audio
input from any Bluetooth source
R
nearby.
Easily recyclable P.E.T.E. forms
the main shell of the product. It
is rotaionally molded, hollow and
lightweight.

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Brain Brain
Cochlea Cochlea
Ear Drum Ear Drum
Bone Bone
Sound Sound
Source Source
Hearing by means of
bone vibration...
Hearing by means of
air wave vibrations...
Temple
Vertex
There are several landmarks
on the head where bone
BACK
vibration can be observed,
but some are more effective
with carrying sounds to the Condylaris
brain Mandibulae
Mastoid
-directly behind the ear
(Placement of module
on this particular
product.)
Adjustable track
Lean back and rest
against.

In the waiting room

Objective: Design a polymer
‘Pixel P.E.T.E.’ ceiling system for the Gulf coast region.
Must be made of at least 95% recycled
2008 Gulf Coast Green competition
(group project)
material.
Major skills earned:
- Group work
- Sustainable design
- Concept development
- Sketching
- Illustration
- Vector graphics
- Logo design
- Model making

Self-fastening system structural ribs
Final manufacturing method
Fits in existing 2’ x 2’ ceiling tile frames
Injection moulded P.E.T.E. tile
structural ribs
P.E.T.E. Plastic Bottles
Dyed water
pixel ( Polyethylene Terephthalate )
95% recycled P.E.T.E. Ceiling Tile System

!

! Objective: Solve usability
‘SafeKeys’
Usability Issues
issues of a common product.
Major skills earned:
- Product analysis
- Competitor analysis
- Surveys + Interviews
- Usability testing
- Problem solving
- Concept development
- Sketching
- PS rendering / Illustration
- Model making

MOST POPULAR KEY-FASTENERS
MATERIAL + PRICE SCALE
High cost
Cold materials Warm materials
Low cost

MOST POPULAR KEY-FASTENERS
WITH SUGGESTED PLACEMENT, AS ADVERTISED
Fastened directly on body (skin)
Not directly on body (skin)

Survey results...

Usability Testing
User tasks:
Assemble keyring
3
Unlock and enter 1 2 4 5
the house starting
with... Keys in pants Keys in pants Keys in purse/ Clipped to beltloop Clipped to purse
pocket pocket with phone backpack strap/ backpack
strap
Place belongings where
normally would
Disassemble keyring

Results from usability testing + interviews
+
- Used fingernails to pry open ring
Attaching and detaching keys is
- Really hurt my fingers and fingernails
- Used fingernails to pry open ring
+
- Hard to get thicker keys on/ off
=
time-consuming, and even
+
- Used fingernails to pry open ring
painful for users
- Very painful
- Thicker keys harder to put on
- Very painful
- Opening the ring is time-consuming
- Shirt in the way
+
- Gets caught while trying to remove
- Keys swing around, annoying
- Hard to get off - annoying sound from swinging
- Risk of keychain coming off clip
- Annoying swinging, hitting leg - having something hanging outside
swing while walking and things
pants, worried about hitting some-
=
Things that
+
thing/ getting snagged.
- Keys swing around too much,
that snag are annoying.
annoying
- Gets caught on strap
- don’t like swinging, hitting things,
getting snagged
+
- Discomfort from extra bulk
+
- Since it’s isolated, easier to get
- Harder to put keys in pocket without
to/ grab
falling out - no bulk in pocket
- Have to feel around
- Keys scratch phone
- Pants are tighter
Users like isolation of
+
- Don’t want to scratch phone - Easy to grab keys, no obstructions
= keys... it eliminates fumbling/ search-
- No obstructions/ confusions when - Worried about scratching phone
reaching into pocket - more bulk/ tighter pants
- fumbling
Based on user’s needs...
ing, reduces bulk and clutter, and
- accidentally pulled phone out
with keys
prevents damage to delicate devices such
Design solution must:
as phones and mp3 players
Not cause pain, fatigue, or annoyance
...be safe around sensitive electronics
...be quick to access with least process

Different way of unlocking

The last project in this book reflects my ability to look at
design in a different way; an ability that is
close to my heart.

Objective: Design an object that
‘Hunger’ represents time in some way, by means
Time Project
of a symbol, metaphor, or analogy.

Brainstorming and research focused on thinking about time in a new and
original way. A few of the first thoughts are emphasized in the following
research images:
Study habits /
Solar/Lunar patterns Clouds/Precipitation
Procrastination
Over time, the sun and moon seem The movement of moisture from the
to dance across the sky, in sort of a sky, to the earth, and back is a never Projects are assigned for certain dates,
game to catch eachother - which they ending cycle - and the clouds formed by but somehow, it seems we can never
do every so often when a solar/lunar this are in constant change. They never complete our tasks on time. Perhaps
eclipse happens. create the same form more than once. there is a way to fix this problem.
Changing energy levels Drinking habits Growing/cutting hair
(Most) people have a set sleeping Alcoholic consumption is a linear Hair is in constant growth, even after it’s
schedule in which they follow (sometimes cyclical) process which been cut. Some people choose to cut
throughout the week - sleep at night, involves several levels of intoxication, it the same length every so often, and
awake during the day. Some people from completely comprehensive, to some people cut it different lengths
have a very inconsistent schedule and completely passed out. over different periods of time.
have trouble sleeping enough and
waking at the right time.

Looking at sleeping cycles...
Time can be defined as the order in which certain events
in our lives take place. Some happen before others. Some
occur longer than others. There are gaps in-between
events, and some events overlap others, where multi-
tasking comes into place.
Eating cycles
Seasonal changes Music
Throughout the year, plants appear to Without time, music could never exist. All living things must eat to survive.
die and (spring) back to life. Leaves are There would be no way of keeping a Hunger sets in, the person eats,
lost, and re-grown. consistent beat and no way of creating becomes full, and later becomes hungry
repetition and patterns. Time and music again.
have a clear, mathematical relationship.

Concept Development
Back view

Base
Electro-magnet
Personal Companion

Hunger Clock
elastic outer skin
wind-up motor
hard shell

white silicone shell
Final Design
Polypropylene
backplate
AC power cord
Between mealtimes (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), the outer shell gradually sucks
in, imitating a hungry stomach, and turns red to catch your attention and remind
you it’s time to eat. A few minutes later, the shape pops back out and turns blue
again, as if it is happy and full.
(Full and happy) (Time to eat!!!)

Those of us that live very busy lives at
home or at work can get so occupied in our
activities that we forget to eat as often as
we should.
the object will be mounted about 6-8 feet
high on the wall, facing down towards the
viewers.
A simple reminder to get out and eat!

Thank You.

Keith Moy
University of Houston
keithmmoy@gmail.com
713-855-9805