CYCLO
2
The project
An 'Internet of Things' (IOT), design project to help cyclists reduce their intake of air pollution and to improve the overall health benefits of cycling.
Research
Research, both qualitative and quantitative, conducted through surveys and interviews, revealed various types of cyclists and their specific needs. The primary motivation for cycling was found to be the sense of freedom, although this was significantly impacted by concerns regarding air pollution and safety on busy roads. An analysis of the data and refinement through affinity diagramming led to the identification of three user personas and their journeys, highlighting the experiences and challenges. This insight guided the ideation and design process for the mobile app.
Personas
Storyboard
Wireflow
Style Guide
Prototype
Logging into profile
Navigation Search
Navigation and alert
Air Quality Monitoring Data
Cyclo2 Demo Video
Learnings
At the beginning of this project, I had a limited understanding of the widespread concern cyclists have regarding air pollution, believing it primarily affected frequent riders. However, I learned that whether one cycles for leisure or relies on their bike as a lifeline, all cyclists share significant concerns and often modify their routes to avoid polluted areas, though they may not always succeed in steering clear of high-traffic zones. This app tackles these issues identified in the research by offering a navigation mode to help users bypass polluted areas and an air quality monitor to enhance awareness of air pollution.
Future Work
The goal is to enhance this app by incorporating a personalized account of an individual's exposure to air pollution, tracking their experiences both indoors and outdoors. Additionally, it will emphasize the health impacts of air pollution and demonstrate how the app can assist individuals with respiratory infections and diseases worsened by air pollution, ultimately aiming to improve their quality of life.