I collaborated closely with the research team to strategize the optimal structure and design of the car, ensuring it effectively conveyed insights regarding the global EV supply chain's impact on specific regions. Additionally, I undertook the comprehensive task of conceptualizing and creating the car's interior and exterior, utilizing CAD modeling and 3D rendering techniques. Furthermore, I was tasked with creating the entire commercial for the project using Blender, contributing to its visual storytelling and overall impact.
Project Objectives
Our objective was to create an electric vehicle with a futuristic and sleek design reminiscent of brands like Tesla and Lucid. It was essential to offer users two distinct versions of the car: one equipped with a solar roof and another without. This choice allowed users to customize their own EV, explore the origins of their electric vehicle components, and access detailed information about each component's source and impact.
Final Renderings
I categorized segments from each research session according to pertinent themes, leveraging Dovetail's AI Cluster feature for streamlined organization. This efficiency significantly expedited our analysis and synthesis, sparing us the labor-intensive task of manual affinity mapping that would typically be required.
Learnings
Trial and Error
This project marked my initial foray into car design and commercial production, despite having prior experience with CAD modeling. The journey involved numerous revisions of the car design, and I embarked on a self-guided learning process to master the intricacies of car structures.
Effective Planning
Given the hybrid nature of my internship, spanning both remote and in-person work, meticulous planning became crucial. To expedite communication, I meticulously mapped out the questions I needed to ask and proposed solutions, ensuring a seamless exchange of information throughout the internship.