Step into the heart of footwear innovation at PENSOLE Academy, a renowned institution in Portland, Oregon. Established in 2010 by industry luminary D’Wayne Edwards, PENSOLE boasts a legacy of impactful collaborations with iconic brands. Rooted in a mission to empower the footwear industry, PENSOLE's immersive "learn by doing" curriculum, coupled with a distinguished faculty and extensive partnerships, forms a nexus of innovation and education. Since 2014, PENSOLE and Foot Locker have fostered a deep partnership, culminating in the annual "Fueling the Future of Footwear" master class design competition. This collaborative effort underscores a shared commitment to shaping the future leaders of design and business in the dynamic field of footwear. Join us in this journey where innovation converges with education, forging the path forward in the realm of footwear.

The Hague University of Applied Sciences and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Japan have partnered to develop the world’s first 3D-printed UAV drone for humanitarian mapping. This project, aligned with the Missing Maps initiative, aims to create detailed maps of neglected regions such as Guinea and Sierra Leone, supporting emergency response efforts. The drone is designed to be user-friendly, affordable, and open-source, ensuring that individuals with no prior experience in drone technology can easily assemble and operate it. This innovative solution empowers humanitarian organizations and volunteers by providing accessible and up-to-date cartographic tools crucial for disaster relief and community support.

Introducing a project aimed at transforming the lives of the 2.5 million global sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis. Our mission is to design a cutting-edge massage device, offering targeted relief and support to individuals affected by MS. Filling a crucial gap in current treatments, this innovative solution focuses on mitigating the risk of new attacks without the debilitating side effects associated with medications. Drawing inspiration from the positive response of MS patients to massages and physical therapy, our project aspires to create a non-pharmacological intervention that prioritizes effectiveness, comfort, and improved quality of life. Join us in revolutionizing MS care through this impactful and forward-thinking product design initiative.

Embark on a design expedition with our project dedicated to crafting a distinctive ceramic vase tailored for slip casting manufacturing. Our solution involves envisioning and producing a vase, meticulously refined for optimal performance in the slip casting process. To bring this vision to life, we'll develop a precision Polyurethane (PU) model and engineer a customized mold for prototyping. At the core of our approach lies in the seamless fusion of creative design and practical considerations. Through careful prototyping, we'll evaluate the vase's feasibility and make refinements as needed. The grand finale? A transformative kiln firing process that not only validates the design concept but also ensures the robustness and integrity of the final product. Thoughtful craftsmanship meets manufacturing excellence. This project is not just about creating a vase; it's about crafting an enduring piece of art through a meticulous and purposeful process.

In contemporary diabetes management, the infrequent monitoring of capillary blood glucose poses a challenge, with hypoglycemia emerging as a prominent adverse consequence of insulin therapy. The necessity for regular self-monitoring of blood glucose is pivotal for precise insulin dosing, forming the cornerstone of effective glycemic control. Over the past few decades, the landscape of type 1 diabetes treatment has witnessed a transformative shift, integrating new devices into routine clinical care. A pivotal advancement in this realm is the advent of continuous glucose monitoring, allowing real-time tracking of glucose levels and furnishing a comprehensive array of data on glucose trends at a moment-to-moment cadence. As we embark on our product design project, the objective is to create an innovative and user-friendly continuous glucose monitoring system that addresses the limitations of current monitoring practices, empowering individuals with diabetes to proactively manage their condition with heightened precision and convenience.