Noble pin
Study and research
Existing clips and problems
The Spring Tend to fail over time due to rusting
The Plastic loses its integrity and breaks into pieces which basically leads to be an Environmental Hazard
Due to Harsh outdoor conditions the material turn brittle and serves weak until it breaks
Design Problem
Existing Drying Clips tend to fail over time, due to harsh conditions and extensive usage. Plastic pegs are always an Environmental Hazard.
History:
The one-piece wooden clothes-peg for hanging up coats that was invented by the Shaker community in the 1700s.
Design intent
Long-life
Eco-friendly
User friendly
Easy to make
A clip which would not get aged over time and will not threaten the environment, easy to manufacture and use.
Design Process
"Introducing Noble Pin: Timeless, Sustainable, and Stainless Steel Drying Clips"
Specifications
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The design was inspired by the early Japanese single-piece wooden pegs, which were used for hanging robes usually.
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Why Stainless Steel? Stainless steel has high durability and very less rate of corrosion. Stainless Steel 304 is cheaper and easily available.
