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EXPANDABLE BACKPACK

Process 

1/ Sketches and ideation

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2/ Prototyping form and materials

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3/ Pattern layout

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4/ Making process

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Finished Product

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Expandability: 
 
Unzip the middle zipper to lengthen the bag by 5 inches allowing you to carry enough for an overnight trip.

Load Examples

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The bag's general dimensions were designed around the grey camera case creating a snug fit to prevent items from tumbling and keeps items stacked in vertical order.

Middle Zipper = Midizip

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The middle zipper is the highlight of the bag and is where the name is derived from.
 

Inside

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Trapezoid Opening

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The trapezoidal top opening completes the bag's milk carton appearance.
 

Side Access Flap

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A discreet side flap can allow access to small items like gloves or a wallet.
 

Reinforced Base

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An 1 inch thick upholstery foam base helps the bag always stand upright and keeps contents inside safe during drops or tumbles.
 

Real World Use

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I packed it up and took it on my flight home for winter break. Valuables inside such as my camera and iPad felt confidently protected. The backpack felt comfortable to carry in both normal and expanded configuration. 

Final Sketches

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Final powerpoint / techpack BOM here ->

This was the final project of my Junior year fall semester Industrial Design Intro to Soft Goods Special Topic Class taught by Prof. Leslie Fontana.

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