MARINE
MOBILITY
A dual-purpose transportation solution for the marine lifestyle.
Design Specs
Material & Build
- Frame: Rigid plastic composite produced via injection molding.
- Corrosion Resistance: Marine-grade stainless steel hardware.
- Capacity: Engineered to carry up to 25kg of cargo.
Bridging Land and Sea
Yacht owners often face a logistical challenge: transporting groceries and supplies from local markets to their docked vessels. The journey typically involves a walk or ride from the store to the marina, followed by navigating narrow docks.
The goal was to create a hybrid vehicle that functions as a stable shopping cart in the store and transforms into a rideable bicycle for the return journey, all while being compact enough to stow on board.
Cart-to-Bike Conversion
I engineered a unique folding frame mechanism where the rear wheels rotate 90 degrees to tuck under the shopping basket, converting the wide cart footprint into a streamlined bike profile.
Shopping Mode
Features a telescoping handle and swivel casters for effortless maneuverability in tight store aisles.
Riding Mode
Deploys into a stable tricycle configuration with ample cargo space, perfect for dockside commuting.
Project Outcomes
- 1Market InnovationAddressed a specific, underserved niche in the luxury marine market.
- 2Functional VersatilitySuccessfully combined two distinct product typologies into a cohesive, user-friendly design.