triX Modular Toy by Vladimir Zagorac |
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| DESIGN NAME: triX PRIMARY FUNCTION: Modular Toy INSPIRATION: A developing child needs a toy which enables learning trough exploration, creative expression and socialization. triX connectable concept is an open source of creativity inspired by natural growth patterns and universal communication. The basis is found in a hexagonal 3D grid derived from four axes of a tetrahedron. Using this principle, continuation of tridimensional form is always possible in any direction, while simple and versatile parts allow various possibilities of expression. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: triX is a connectable modular toy for children of age 4 plus. Devised around a complex grid, it can contribute to development of spatial thinking and motor skills. The toy can be used to create various types of structures including complex patterns, objects or animals and characters. A small number of parts can encourage creativity, while the child could get the opportunity to learn and express different emotions using funny symbols, and evolve social skills when the toy is used in a group. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The concept is designed around six elements, depending on the selected number of axes in the grid. Extensions are straight or curved and use one or two axes, while Nodes use three or four. Colored caps bring character and create groups of objects, while Links are used to connect two neighboring parts with female protrusions. Combining the parts in different ways and utilizing available ambiguous graphic symbols - e.g. eye-mouth, eye-nose,... - creates and endless array of interesting characters. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in Belgrade, Serbia during 2015. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: Different technologies are currently being analyzed in order to find the most cost-effective high series manufacturing process. Non-toxic materials are planned for production: plastic for Nodes, Extensions and Links; rubber for Caps. Graphics are planned in non-toxic tampon and round silk-screen print. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Straight Extension: 10 x 10 x 22.5mm, Curved Extension: 10 x 13 x 19.5 mm, Three axis Node: 15.5 x 13.5 x 13.5mm, Four axis Node: 16.5 x 15.5 x 13.5mm, Link: 5 x 5 x 12.2mm, Cap: 10 x 10 x 11mm TAGS: Child, Play, Creative, Fun, Exploration, Expression, Socialization, Character, Symbols RESEARCH ABSTRACT: First stage of research showed a lack of new toys on the market which engage and positively impact creativity. Initial inspiration required analysis and evaluation of different growth patterns in nature. Another stage of research was devoted to creating a familiar toy which encourages interaction and helps develop social skills. This required a research of character and comic-like expressions and minimal communication using symbols and emoticons. CHALLENGE: Determining the most appropriate pattern of growth represented the first challenge, which was made more difficult with the intent to use a minimal number of elements. Creation of universally understandable graphics for facial features and body details on Caps and Straight Extensions represented a challenge of its own. That was made even more complicated with the idea to use ambiguous symbols in order to get a different connotation depending on placement and rotation of the parts. ADDED DATE: 2016-06-25 20:07:42 TEAM MEMBERS (3) : Designer: Vladimir Zagorac, Mentor: Tijana Sekulic and Mentor: Dusan Nesic IMAGE CREDITS: Vladimir Zagorac, 2016. |
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NAME: triX Modular Toys PROFILE: triX is a new brand of smart and engaging toys currently being developed in Belgrade, Serbia. Learning trough exploration and creative expression represent a major part of the brand, while socialization of a child during play is paramount. Simplicity and interactivity of the products are a trademark of the brand. |
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Trix Modular Toy by Vladimir Zagorac is Winner in Toys, Games and Hobby Products Design Category, 2016 - 2017.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Vladimir Zagorac. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Vladimir Zagorac. |
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