OVER is a pen recorder that helps veterans clarify thoughts & evolve
Final design rendered in Keyshot
For most US veterans, dealing with emotions are seen as weak
With therapists and veterans, I designed a badass coping tool for them
Journaling with OVER photoshopped Getty Images
Coping concepts based on discussions with therapists and veterans
This ripped journal concept was filtered out for lack of usability
Form, usability and ergonomic inputs from an Air Force veteran
Exploring toughness with material, color, proportion, angularity, knurls & finishes
Machining prototype for tactile feedback
Concept validation from veteran
Veterans preferred rusted black over bare aluminium finish
Prototypes used for in person feedback
Wide pen clip inspired by army knife clips
Generating knurl patterns in Grasshopper 3D
Script modified from Peter Kompier
Photoshop rendering of OVER
