In my thesis workgroup, we are using a story model to help us delineate the intervention we are making with the thesis project. This is version one.
WHY: To create seamless and extra delightful bike rides
WHO: casual commuter, committed commuter, the ‘not yet convinced’
WHAT: framework/digital toolset for a better riding experience
WHEN/WHERE: during a ride, before and after a ride, ‘hunger moments’, planning periods
WHO BY: creators, bike nerd developers, bike community
HOW: mobile application paired with a physical helmet
Concepts worth thinking about:
- bike commuter bus, arranges friend meetups
- person becomes a ‘bookmark’ in the city
- auto-track behaviors
- compare miles with other interesting facts in person’s life
- use additional hardware forms to increase sensory feedback: vibrating wristbands, blinking light handlebar attachments
