Simple mechanism
The product uses a compact mechanical construction with plastic, rubber and steel, without batteries or electronics.
Product concept
The device acts as a reusable mechanical interface between the user and high-contact public surfaces. Its geometry supports grasping, pulling, pushing and pressing actions without requiring a different accessory for each task.
Portable and washable
The design targets a lightweight object that can be carried outside the home and cleaned after use.
Multiple interactions
The same tool handles transport rails, shopping carts, doors, elevator and ATM buttons, doorbells, touchscreens and small objects.
Product development
Gabriel leads the original product idea, mechanical development and improvements, production planning, supplier coordination, project management and logistics.
Business validation
3H-ATO includes a five-month validation plan submitted in 2020 to ANII's Validación de Idea de Negocio programme, with Cámara de Industrias del Uruguay as sponsoring institution. The plan combines prototype testing, user research, pre-sale validation and manufacturing analysis.
Prototype test
Ten 3D-printed units rotate through at least 20 users in realistic everyday contexts.
User research
Participants use the product for several days and report usefulness, acceptance, friction points and possible design improvements.
Market test
Online pre-sale tests early demand and helps identify the first customer segments, with 500 pre-sold units defined as the validation target.
Manufacturing
The project compares local and regional production costs and scales before selecting a manufacturing model.
Product and campaign
Project links
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Validation
ANII Validación de Idea de Negocio, 2020, with Cámara de Industrias del Uruguay as sponsoring institution.