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waterline m a r i n e
Spearfishing Watercraft
Andre Heller 07249977 198.454
Introduction
Introduction •• ••
Passion / Hobby Interesting topic for major project
Opportunity •• ••
Current watercrafts do not directly cater for spearfishing Growing trend in numbers spearfishing
Aim Research and evaluate spearfishing in New Zealand and watercraft products within this market. The design must be well priced for the market whilst being extremely functional to make the process of spearfishing easier and more enjoyable.
Fig.1
Spearfishing Watercraft
Users
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary / Customer
•• Spearfishermen using the craft
•• Mechanics / Fabricators
•• Dive Shop Owner (Charters)
••
Between 10 - 70 years old
••
Enjoy underwater experience / marine life
••
Comaraderie with buddies
••
Competition
••
Hunter / Gartherer
DIVE
SHOP
Spearfishing Watercraft
Research Methodology
•• Surveys
Blackdog Cat Boat Test
•• Spatial Ergonomics
Hen & Chicken Islands
•• Discussions with Experts •• Interviews
T-Point
•• Observational Dives •• Boat Testing Mana Makara
Observational dives and boat testing were the most beniftial research methods.
Thundercat Boat Test
Spearfishing Watercraft
Performance / Experience Issues
•• Difficult entry / exit to watercraft due to poor platforms and high sides. •• Lack of equipment storage creates a tangled mess. •• Fish bins / gear bags become obtrusive.
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Design Specifications
Research Finding
Specification
Benefit
•• Difficult entry / exit from watercraft.
•• Low boarding platform
•• Smooth easy transition between craft and water.
•• Equipment is usually put on the floor and float lines tangle.
•• A system for storing floats and their lines.
•• So they do not tangle into a mess.
•• Fins and spearguns are long and are awkward objects to store.
•• A method for storing fins and guns without being in the way.
•• Allowing the user room to move around the craft.
•• Fish bins are usually at the back in the way of entry and exit points.
•• A dedicated underfloor catch tank.
•• Allowing the user room to move around the craft.
•• Craft needs to be very stable.
•• Catamaran hull
•• Provides optimum stability
Spearfishing Watercraft
Concept Development
• • Understanding spatial ergonomics and dimensions. • • Sketching forms for an aesthetic. • • Role play the experience to generate ideas.
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Full Scale Investigation
•• 3D form understanding •• Sense of material application •• Ergonomic investigation •• User Experience
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Test Rig Role Play
Test rig animation here
Refined Development
•• Details refinement •• Scale models •• CAD modelling •• Graphic logo design Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
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Andre Heller (2011)
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waterline m a r i n e
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Introducing...
waterline m a r i n e
Spearfishing Watercraft
This is where the physical model was presented
Watercraft Specifications
Length
4.7M
External Beam (Width)
2.3M
Self Draining Deck
Max Capacity
5
Underfloor Fish Bin
Recommended HP
75HP
Fuel Tank
80L
500kg
N
Dry Hull Weight
500KG
Acid Wash + Nyalic Coating
Anti-Slip Flooring
This is where the physical model was presented
Digital Animation was here
Point Of Difference
Float Drops
Equipment Storage Locker
Speargun Tunnel
Low Boarding Platform
Andre Heller (2011)
waterline m a r i n e
470 Spearfishing Watercraft
Features
Removable Lean Rest
Underfloor Catch Tank
Lean Rest
Centre Console Dry Storage Scupper
Andre Heller (2011)
Anti-Slip Flooring Hand Rails
waterline m a r i n e
470 Spearfishing Watercraft
Wash Steps
Technical Drawings
600 600
450 1640
1600
2170 400
840 175
4710
waterline m a r i n e
2380
470 Spearfishing Watercraft Basic technical drawings. Full A0 drawings were provided
Materials + Production Process
3mm Sheet 5086 Aluminium •• •• ••
Router-Cut Rolled / Folded Mig Welded
60mm Tube 5086 Aluminium •• ••
Cut + Bent Mig Welded
25mm Tube 5086 Aluminium •• Cut + Bent ••
Tig Welded
8mm Plate 5086 Aluminium •• Router-Cut ••
Mig Welded
Andre Heller (2011)
4.5mm Sheet 5086 Aluminium •• •• ••
All Materials Sourced Locally
Router-Cut Rolled / Folded Mig Welded
Materials + Production Process
ABS Plastic ••
Injection moulded.
EPDM Rubber ••
Cut from template
••
Self hinged with aluminium strip.
Anti-slip Rubber Flooring ••
Cut from template
••
Applied with 2 Part Adhesive
Synthetic Rubber Andre Heller (2011)
All Materials Sourced Locally
••
Extruded D Shape
••
Applied with 2 Part Adhesive
Finishes
Acid Wash
Details
Nyalic Coating
•• Acid washed to clean aluminium surfaces of weld marks.
•• Spray painted / vinyl logos applied
•• Spray painted clear Nyalic coating
All Materials Sourced Locally
Costing
Fabrication / Labour = Materials = Shelf Products = Outboard Engine (75hp) = Trailer =
$2,500.00 $6,000.00 $550.00 $14,800.00 $1000.00
Total unit Cost
=
$24,850.00
Recommended Retail Cost
=
$29,995.00 Andre Heller (2011)
waterline m a r i n e
470 Spearfishing Watercraft
Addressing Sustainability
Material
Life Cycle
Extraction Fibreglass
Durability
HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) Aluminium
Repair Recyclable
All Materials Sourced Locally Material choice / properties / sustainability
Other Uses / Optional Extras / Further Development
Uses
Extras
Development
•• Freediving
•• Canopy + windscreen
•• In-depth hydro-dynamic testing
•• Scuba diving (float drops accommodate scuba tanks)
•• Rod holders
•• Prototype testing
•• Paint work + detailing
•• Possibly more emphasis on catering for scuba divers + other sports
•• Fishing •• Commercial dive charters •• Research Diving (M.O.F)
•• Custom built parts / accessories
Evaluation of Design
Nick Hobson
Darren Shields
Spearfisherman + Industrial Designer
World Champ Rep / Store Owner
•• "The Waterline Marine Spearfishing craft seamlessly integrates the storage and organization of spearfishing gear with the process of getting in and out of the water, thus maximizing fishing time. The low platform at the rear, assists with re-entry to the boat after a dive, usually a tricky balancing act with 7kg’s of weight strapped to you. This is a feature all to often overlooked for a craft of this size and calibre."
••
"More hand holds are necassary"
••
"Console could be brought back"
•• "As someone who hopes to be in the market for a dedicated spearfishing boat, the Waterline Marine appears to offer genuine improvements to the spearfishing experience."
•• "Room for divers, boarding platforms and antislip flooring are great." •• "Well constructed for durability and attention to recylability at a later date."
Reference List Fig.1 http://www.wix.com/spearodreams/spearodreams-sponsored http://www.flickr.com/photos/olivierherrera/2271862844/ http://www.androsboats.com/23.cfm http://www.oceanhunter.co.nz/EDUCATION/Articles/Jet+Kings.html http://www.fishnet.com.au/forums/viewtopic. php?t=97851&f=8 http://www.projectlocal.co.nz/index.php/snapper
Spearfishing Watercraft
Andre Heller 07249977 198.454
Introduction
Introduction •• ••
Passion / Hobby Interesting topic for major project
Opportunity •• ••
Current watercrafts do not directly cater for spearfishing Growing trend in numbers spearfishing
Aim Research and evaluate spearfishing in New Zealand and watercraft products within this market. The design must be well priced for the market whilst being extremely functional to make the process of spearfishing easier and more enjoyable.
Fig.1
Spearfishing Watercraft
Users
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary / Customer
•• Spearfishermen using the craft
•• Mechanics / Fabricators
•• Dive Shop Owner (Charters)
••
Between 10 - 70 years old
••
Enjoy underwater experience / marine life
••
Comaraderie with buddies
••
Competition
••
Hunter / Gartherer
DIVE
SHOP
Spearfishing Watercraft
Research Methodology
•• Surveys
Blackdog Cat Boat Test
•• Spatial Ergonomics
Hen & Chicken Islands
•• Discussions with Experts •• Interviews
T-Point
•• Observational Dives •• Boat Testing Mana Makara
Observational dives and boat testing were the most beniftial research methods.
Thundercat Boat Test
Spearfishing Watercraft
Performance / Experience Issues
•• Difficult entry / exit to watercraft due to poor platforms and high sides. •• Lack of equipment storage creates a tangled mess. •• Fish bins / gear bags become obtrusive.
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Design Specifications
Research Finding
Specification
Benefit
•• Difficult entry / exit from watercraft.
•• Low boarding platform
•• Smooth easy transition between craft and water.
•• Equipment is usually put on the floor and float lines tangle.
•• A system for storing floats and their lines.
•• So they do not tangle into a mess.
•• Fins and spearguns are long and are awkward objects to store.
•• A method for storing fins and guns without being in the way.
•• Allowing the user room to move around the craft.
•• Fish bins are usually at the back in the way of entry and exit points.
•• A dedicated underfloor catch tank.
•• Allowing the user room to move around the craft.
•• Craft needs to be very stable.
•• Catamaran hull
•• Provides optimum stability
Spearfishing Watercraft
Concept Development
• • Understanding spatial ergonomics and dimensions. • • Sketching forms for an aesthetic. • • Role play the experience to generate ideas.
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Full Scale Investigation
•• 3D form understanding •• Sense of material application •• Ergonomic investigation •• User Experience
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Test Rig Role Play
Test rig animation here
Refined Development
•• Details refinement •• Scale models •• CAD modelling •• Graphic logo design Andre Heller (2011)
Andre Heller (2011)
waterline m
a
r
i
n
e
Andre Heller (2011)
watem arline r i n e
waterline m a r i n e
Andre Heller (2011)
Spearfishing Watercraft
Introducing...
waterline m a r i n e
Spearfishing Watercraft
This is where the physical model was presented
Watercraft Specifications
Length
4.7M
External Beam (Width)
2.3M
Self Draining Deck
Max Capacity
5
Underfloor Fish Bin
Recommended HP
75HP
Fuel Tank
80L
500kg
N
Dry Hull Weight
500KG
Acid Wash + Nyalic Coating
Anti-Slip Flooring
This is where the physical model was presented
Digital Animation was here
Point Of Difference
Float Drops
Equipment Storage Locker
Speargun Tunnel
Low Boarding Platform
Andre Heller (2011)
waterline m a r i n e
470 Spearfishing Watercraft
Features
Removable Lean Rest
Underfloor Catch Tank
Lean Rest
Centre Console Dry Storage Scupper
Andre Heller (2011)
Anti-Slip Flooring Hand Rails
waterline m a r i n e
470 Spearfishing Watercraft
Wash Steps
Technical Drawings
600 600
450 1640
1600
2170 400
840 175
4710
waterline m a r i n e
2380
470 Spearfishing Watercraft Basic technical drawings. Full A0 drawings were provided
Materials + Production Process
3mm Sheet 5086 Aluminium •• •• ••
Router-Cut Rolled / Folded Mig Welded
60mm Tube 5086 Aluminium •• ••
Cut + Bent Mig Welded
25mm Tube 5086 Aluminium •• Cut + Bent ••
Tig Welded
8mm Plate 5086 Aluminium •• Router-Cut ••
Mig Welded
Andre Heller (2011)
4.5mm Sheet 5086 Aluminium •• •• ••
All Materials Sourced Locally
Router-Cut Rolled / Folded Mig Welded
Materials + Production Process
ABS Plastic ••
Injection moulded.
EPDM Rubber ••
Cut from template
••
Self hinged with aluminium strip.
Anti-slip Rubber Flooring ••
Cut from template
••
Applied with 2 Part Adhesive
Synthetic Rubber Andre Heller (2011)
All Materials Sourced Locally
••
Extruded D Shape
••
Applied with 2 Part Adhesive
Finishes
Acid Wash
Details
Nyalic Coating
•• Acid washed to clean aluminium surfaces of weld marks.
•• Spray painted / vinyl logos applied
•• Spray painted clear Nyalic coating
All Materials Sourced Locally
Costing
Fabrication / Labour = Materials = Shelf Products = Outboard Engine (75hp) = Trailer =
$2,500.00 $6,000.00 $550.00 $14,800.00 $1000.00
Total unit Cost
=
$24,850.00
Recommended Retail Cost
=
$29,995.00 Andre Heller (2011)
waterline m a r i n e
470 Spearfishing Watercraft
Addressing Sustainability
Material
Life Cycle
Extraction Fibreglass
Durability
HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) Aluminium
Repair Recyclable
All Materials Sourced Locally Material choice / properties / sustainability
Other Uses / Optional Extras / Further Development
Uses
Extras
Development
•• Freediving
•• Canopy + windscreen
•• In-depth hydro-dynamic testing
•• Scuba diving (float drops accommodate scuba tanks)
•• Rod holders
•• Prototype testing
•• Paint work + detailing
•• Possibly more emphasis on catering for scuba divers + other sports
•• Fishing •• Commercial dive charters •• Research Diving (M.O.F)
•• Custom built parts / accessories
Evaluation of Design
Nick Hobson
Darren Shields
Spearfisherman + Industrial Designer
World Champ Rep / Store Owner
•• "The Waterline Marine Spearfishing craft seamlessly integrates the storage and organization of spearfishing gear with the process of getting in and out of the water, thus maximizing fishing time. The low platform at the rear, assists with re-entry to the boat after a dive, usually a tricky balancing act with 7kg’s of weight strapped to you. This is a feature all to often overlooked for a craft of this size and calibre."
••
"More hand holds are necassary"
••
"Console could be brought back"
•• "As someone who hopes to be in the market for a dedicated spearfishing boat, the Waterline Marine appears to offer genuine improvements to the spearfishing experience."
•• "Room for divers, boarding platforms and antislip flooring are great." •• "Well constructed for durability and attention to recylability at a later date."
Reference List Fig.1 http://www.wix.com/spearodreams/spearodreams-sponsored http://www.flickr.com/photos/olivierherrera/2271862844/ http://www.androsboats.com/23.cfm http://www.oceanhunter.co.nz/EDUCATION/Articles/Jet+Kings.html http://www.fishnet.com.au/forums/viewtopic. php?t=97851&f=8 http://www.projectlocal.co.nz/index.php/snapper
