Hoto Palm Sander

The HOTO Palm Sander reimagines the traditional palm sander, aiming to elevate both its design and the user experience. A special thanks to to friends, professionals, and professors who helped and supported me throughout the process.

Disciplines

Research
Sketching
User Testing
Surfacing
3D Visualization

Duration

12 weeks

Minimal UI

A simple layout with two buttons: one for power and speed control of the sander, and another for the front light.

Speed indicators

A user-friendly system with clear indicators to communicate three speed settings: 7000 RPM, 10000 RPM, and 12000 RPM.

Surface check light

Learning from user observation, the sander incorporates a powerful front light to aid user when inspecting the sanded surface.

Hook and Loop pad

The sander includes a Hook and Loop system, designed to make the sanding process effortless and user-friendly.

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