CDS X ID
Larynx & Esophagus Educational Model
Summer 2022
SynopsisA 9-week internship project in collaboration with the communication disorders and sciences department of SJSU.
Design a tactile educational tool of the Larynx and Esophagus for CDS students as well as vocal clinic Patients
Core Objectives Interactive
Storability
Functional Model
Fusion 360
Keyshot
Simplified Reproduction
Why see it when you can feel it?For many students and patients, auditory and visual learning techniques might not be enough to help them understand what they are seeing or what they are experiencing in their vocal anatomy. This is an opportunity for students and clients to benefit from Kinesthetic learning to increase educational success. These Kinesthetic learning models are afforded by the innovations in 3D-Printing technology.
Tactile Learning Exploration
Exploring tactile learning methods for the Larynx & Esophagus to discover ways that users could interact with the anatomy physically
Visual & Motion Refinement
Physical Learning Modes
The Esophagus is designed to hold the Larynx in display mode. The Stand and Larynx are removable from the Esophagus to allow for easy storage.
Educational EncouragementThe color exploration shows a lively tetradic color pallete. To encourage activity and socialization we selected a color that could stand-out to young university students but also one that could fit in the university classroom or clinical setting.
The Kinesthetic Larynx for Interactive learning
Anatomical Accuracy
The enlarged larynx and esophagus anatomy facilitate learning in a lecture setting
A Physical Touch
The removable larynx encourages hands-on learning for a more enjoyable learning experience
The CDS Learning Family
Vanessa Beleno (Ear)
Jerry Ma (Brain)