Infinite M1 Pro
Interactive Smart Projector
PROJECT INFO
Brand | Hachi
Design | designaffairs
Year | 2019
ROLE & SKILL
Lead Industrial Designer | Concept ideation, 3D modeling, Rendering, CMF design, Mockup making, Mechanical engineering support, Design optimization, Client communication
Turns any flat surface
into a smart touchscreen
Hachi Infinite M1 Pro turns any flat surface into a smart touchscreen, allowing you to use the desk surface or even the floor for smooth office work, learning, and entertainment. With the product's high-precision sensors, you can use your fingers to directly operate and mark on the projected screens and share with others on a big screen, just like using a smart phone or tablet.
RECOGNITIONS
CES Innovation Awards Honoree, 2020
European Product Design Award
Winner, 2020
Fast Company’s Innovation by Design Awards
Home Category, 2020
IoT Global Award
Shortlist Nominee, 2020
FEATURED
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CONCEPT
One design for dual usage positions
A singular form factor designed for two high-performance modes. In vertical orientation, the device enables an interactive tabletop touchscreen via ultra-short-throw projection and intelligent hand-sensing. Shifted horizontally, it transforms into a cinematic short-throw projector, bridging the gap between tactile interaction and immersive entertainment.
AnyTouch technology
The spatial touch technology turns a flat surface into an interactive screen. It recognizes fingers without a stylus. Multi-touch is smooth and the interactive experience is exponentially improved.
MOODBOARD
Showcasing material characteristics through intriguing design language
Considering that one of the primary changes is transitioning the housing from aluminum to plastic, we leveraged the best attributes of PC (polycarbonate) and proposed a seamless, approachable, yet compact design to convey a smart and intuitive spirit.
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Making the new species familiar and approachable
Physical buttons provide a sense of familiarity and intuition, bridging the gap between users and the cutting-edge technology.
Designing for 360-degree visibility
To accommodate Vertical Mode, we minimized the elements on the back, ensuring a clean and uncluttered appearance since the back side is exposed and clearly visible in this orientation.
CHALLENGE
Balancing manufacturing efficiency and aesthetics within a tight timeframe
The task was to design the second generation of the product from scratch, aiming to achieve cost-effective production and an appealing user experience. However, with only three weeks to complete the design, we faced significant pressure to innovate quickly while ensuring the final product met all functional and visual expectations.
APPROACH
Analyzing inner component layout to identify constraints and opportunities
Detailed internal space-planning allowed us to maximize the design envelope,
identifying the tightest possible radii while maintaining structural and functional integrity.
PROCESS
Design for assembling efficiency and
calibration accessibility
The enclosure components were consolidated into a two-part assembly to enhance precision and manufacturing efficiency. By aligning parting lines with the assembly sequence, sensor modules remain easily accessible for fine-tuning both during and after the build process.
DEVELOPMENT
Vent pattern design for airflow and structural integrity
We engineered a custom vent pattern by balancing open-area ratios against structural demands. This refinement ensured effective airflow and material reliability while maintaining a premium aesthetic. The result is a high-performance detail that enhances both functionality and form.
Final vent design
CREDITS
Brand
Hachi
Design
designaffairs
Team
Kuo-Chieh Wang, Kanghua Lan, Jing Xia
Photo Credit
Hachi