Sopotap, Patented Fastener
Sopotap, a patented product design, is a new fastening solution designed for a variety of outdoor enthusiasts, including cyclists, campers, and travelers. The apparatus offers a lightweight and highly practical means to securely fasten, organize, and transport soft, foldable items.
Patent Registration: 2018/14756 (Search by entering the application number field)
[3d printing material ABS filament / ~2 grams]
It can be used to secure items for cyclists and campers, attach beach essentials like towels when heading to the shore, and organize luggage and drawers.
Identity, logo design, and 3d printing
The Sopotap fastener was first showcased at the İzmir International Fair in September 2018, and was exhibited at Design Turkey in 2019.
Project Duration:
Ideation, Prototype & Testing - 6 months
Patent approval processes - 3 years
Research Methodologies:
Benchmark Analysis, Observations, Personas and Journey Maps
Presentation and Prototyping Tools:
Rhinoceros 3D Modelling, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator (logo design),
Adobe Premiere Pro (video production), Zortrax M200 3D Printer