
Company:
Cool Buy
Year:
2025
Duration:
Month and a half
Overview
This project focused on designing and manufacturing an ergonomic, compact screwdriver handle that could be easily manufactured using injection molding techniques. The main goals included designing a moldable handle and an aluminum mold, manufacturing functional prototypes, conducting production analysis, and evaluating manufacturing costs for a production run of 10,000 screwdriver handles per year. In order to achieve this goal, the handle and mold were designed in SolidWorks with the use of DFM principles. Both the handle and the mold were CNC machined using a Haas VF-2 milling machine. Finally, the handle was injection molded using a Morgan G100T machine and Vydyne 41 Black High Impact Nylon as raw materials. The project also demonstrated a proper mold assembly and manufacturability. Despite some difficulties related to flashing, the project revealed important opportunities for optimization regarding injection pressure, gating, and runners. The estimated cost of manufacturing 10,000 screwdrivers was approximately $49,865, with a per-unit manufacturing cost equal to $4.99. The project indicated very high profit margins and high profitability of the product if sold for more than $10 per unit.

Problem
Gravitate Boy faced the challenge of creating an app that effectively connects users with shared interests and opportunities in an intuitive and engaging way. The existing platforms lacked personalization, leaving users overwhelmed by irrelevant content and disconnected from meaningful interactions.
Solution
To solve this, I designed a user-centric experience that prioritizes personalized content, easy navigation, and seamless interaction. The app leverages smart algorithms to recommend content based on user preferences, fostering genuine connections. A clean, modern interface ensures a smooth experience, while interactive features encourage users to engage and stay connected, solving the initial problem of relevance and usability.























