Zipper Concept

Zipper Concept, shoe lasts, blue tape, foam core, aluminum wire, 2019

 While this project was only able to get to the stages of rough model, I say that it is one in which i learned the most from in terms of the process of prototyping and doing market research. This zipper concept was developed to use magnets and zipper like teeth to quickly and securely close a shoe such as a cycling or running shoe. Upon further research however, applications of this zipper could be further reaching, being applied to jackets, pants and other articles of active-ware.