SAFE
The Secure and Access Food Enclosure
In our "Innovation Through Making" class, my team and I embarked on a mission to combat food insecurity with the creation of the Secure Access Food Enclosure, affectionately known as the "SAFE." This innovative device operates on a concept akin to an Amazon Locker, allowing food bank personnel to securely store food within the SAFE, protected by an anti-robbery system. This innovation serves as a lifeline for individuals who, due to their schedules, cannot visit the food bank during its limited operating hours. By offering a flexible pickup window, the SAFE is a beacon of hope for working parents and households facing time constraints.
Throughout the design and prototyping phases, we meticulously considered the technical requisites while also striving to minimize production costs, ensuring affordability without compromising quality. We navigated through various iterations, learning valuable lessons from failures such as the attempt to craft a handle through vacuum forming, which proved impractical and fragile. Our pursuit of temperature control also encountered technical challenges, ultimately leading us to prioritize user experience and accessibility. Engaging with food banks directly, we gained crucial insights to craft a product that eases the burdens faced by volunteers.
In its entirety, the SAFE revolutionizes food bank accessibility and reliability. It stands as a powerful tool in the fight against food insecurity, extending availability beyond the confines of standard operating hours. The SAFE offers a steadfast and secure means for individuals to access sustenance precisely when they need it most, embodying a beacon of hope for communities facing the challenges of food scarcity. You can see our final design report to the right.
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