The Development of a Foldable Roof Box
(2025) MMKM10 20251Innovation
- Abstract
- This thesis project, initiated by Thule, aimed to develop a concept for a foldable roof box. The goal was to create a solution that is easier to handle and store than traditional roof boxes, which are often perceived as bulky and difficult to manage when not in use.
The project followed a design process based on the Double Diamond model,
Human-Centered Design, and Thule’s internal development process. To understand
user needs and behaviors, a user study was conducted using questionnaire,
interviews, and testing. This provided the foundation for identifying the target group, understanding user needs, and mapping out the market requirements.
An iterative working method was used throughout the project, including quick
sketches,... (More) - This thesis project, initiated by Thule, aimed to develop a concept for a foldable roof box. The goal was to create a solution that is easier to handle and store than traditional roof boxes, which are often perceived as bulky and difficult to manage when not in use.
The project followed a design process based on the Double Diamond model,
Human-Centered Design, and Thule’s internal development process. To understand
user needs and behaviors, a user study was conducted using questionnaire,
interviews, and testing. This provided the foundation for identifying the target group, understanding user needs, and mapping out the market requirements.
An iterative working method was used throughout the project, including quick
sketches, mockups, and prototypes at various stages. These tools were essential for testing ideas, evaluating functionality, and gaining insights into the user experience during development.
A full-scale, high-fidelity prototype was built, which was functional and
demonstrated how a foldable roof box could look and operate. Considering the
choice of materials and construction, the concept was also realistic to further
develop into a finished product. The result was a concept focused on usability,
addressing common challenges associated with today’s roof boxes. (Less)
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- author
- Åberg, Jacob LU and Persson Reinhold, Lina LU
- supervisor
- organization
- course
- MMKM10 20251
- year
- 2025
- type
- H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
- subject
- language
- English
- id
- 9195179
- date added to LUP
- 2025-06-09 12:27:12
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abstract = {{This thesis project, initiated by Thule, aimed to develop a concept for a foldable roof box. The goal was to create a solution that is easier to handle and store than traditional roof boxes, which are often perceived as bulky and difficult to manage when not in use.
The project followed a design process based on the Double Diamond model,
Human-Centered Design, and Thule’s internal development process. To understand
user needs and behaviors, a user study was conducted using questionnaire,
interviews, and testing. This provided the foundation for identifying the target group, understanding user needs, and mapping out the market requirements.
An iterative working method was used throughout the project, including quick
sketches, mockups, and prototypes at various stages. These tools were essential for testing ideas, evaluating functionality, and gaining insights into the user experience during development.
A full-scale, high-fidelity prototype was built, which was functional and
demonstrated how a foldable roof box could look and operate. Considering the
choice of materials and construction, the concept was also realistic to further
develop into a finished product. The result was a concept focused on usability,
addressing common challenges associated with today’s roof boxes.}},
author = {{Åberg, Jacob and Persson Reinhold, Lina}},
language = {{eng}},
note = {{Student Paper}},
title = {{The Development of a Foldable Roof Box}},
year = {{2025}},
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