HotBox 2.0
The HotBox 2.0 is an innovative pressurized water heating system suitable for outdoor uses. The device uses the heat generated by the car engine to quickly heat the onboard water tank for shower and general use. The system can also heat the water on-demand straight out of a running stream.
The hotbox can be installed in any system with an internal combustion engine and water cooling, including SUVs, RVs, Trucks, etc.
As the lead designer on this project, I managed and made hands-on contributions to all phases of the project, from research and prototyping to final sample reviews and product visualization.
Designed in 2024
Team: Apcharios’s owner, Mechanical Engineers, Kevin Doria
My contributions: Industrial design, Design for Manufacturing, project management, and product visualization.
Challenge
- Balancing Performance and Cost: Optimizing the HotBox 2.0’s functionality while maintaining a price point attractive to the target market.
- Enhanced Durability: Ensuring the HotBox 2.0 can withstand demanding environments and rigorous use.
- User-Centered Design: Prioritizing usability to create a more intuitive and efficient user experience.
- Seamless System Integration: Guaranteeing effortless integration of the HotBox 2.0 with existing Apcharios products and client systems.
- Regulatory Compliance: Designing the HotBox 2.0 to adhere to the latest safety and environmental regulations.
- Supply Chain Management: Optimizing the supply chain to source reliable and cost-effective components for consistent product quality and availability.
- Targeted Marketing and Sales Strategy: Developing a focused marketing and sales strategy to reach the ideal customer base for the HotBox 2.0.
- Manufacturing Considerations: Integrating manufacturing constraints throughout the design process to ensure efficient and cost-effective production of the HotBox 2.0.
