Nature and Form- Bicycle Helmet


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Creator/Artist: Vaibhav Watile

Category: Product Design

Document: Special Project

Batch: 2021-2023

Source: India,   IDC IIT Bombay

Period:  2019-onwards

Medium: Report pdf

Supervisor: Prof. Nishant Sharma


Detailed Description

The project “Nature and Form – Bicycle Helmet” by Vaibhav Watile (IDC, IIT Bombay, 2021–2023) is a special product design exploration guided by Prof. Nishant Sharma. Inspired by the elegance and structural uniqueness of the flamingo bird, the helmet concept translates natural cues—such as balance, sleek curvature, and organic flow—into a protective and visually striking form for cyclists. By studying how flamingos embody grace, strength, and adaptability in nature, the design reimagines a bicycle helmet that is not only functional in ensuring rider safety but also aesthetically engaging, standing out from conventional geometric or mechanical helmet forms. This biomimetic approach demonstrates how nature can inform innovative solutions in product design, combining ergonomics, safety, and visual appeal in a meaningful way.