Dizayini ya Evo G Kabati ya Woyendetsa Forklift ndi Zhenghai Shang and Yingchun Bai ndi wopambana wotamandika kwambiri pa mphotho yaulemu ya 2026 Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award mu Gawo la Mpikisano la Mapangidwe a Makina Akuluakulu.
BronzeMakina Akuluakulu· 2026
Evo G Kabati ya Woyendetsa Forklift
ndi Zhenghai Shang and Yingchun Bai
Kasitomala: Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH
Wopambana pa Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award mu Gawo la Makina Akuluakulu
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Za Evo G Kabati ya Woyendetsa Forklift
Evo G ndi kabati yopangidwa ndi zigawo zosinthika (modular) yopangira magalimoto onyamula katundu a forklift. Chimango chake chapangidwa ndi polyurethane composite youmbidwa kudzera mu njira ya reaction injection molding, njira imene imalola kupanga malo okhotakhota komanso kuchepetsa kulemera kwake ndi 15 mpaka 20 peresenti poyerekeza ndi makabati wamba achitsulo. Kabatiyi ili ndi miyeso ya 1300 ndi 1060 ndi 1810 millimeter. Zigawo za mpando, zowongolera ndi zachitetezo zimatha kusinthana kudzera mu njira zolumikizirana zamakina zokhazikika, kotero kabatiyi imatha kusinthidwa, kukonzedwa ndi kukwezedwa mwachangu. Konsole yowongolera yotsetsereka, mpando wosinthika kaimidwe, komanso phokoso ndi kugwedezeka kochepa zimachepetsa kutopa kwa woyendetsa.
Chidziwitso
Za Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award
Evo G Kabati ya Woyendetsa Forklift ndi mmodzi mwa opambana a Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award, kuzindikirika kolemekezeka kwambiri komwe kumaperekedwa kwa mapangidwe abwino kwambiri omwe amaonekera ndi luso lolenga, kuchenjera ndi nzeru zakuthwa. Opambana a Bronze ndi zinthu zaluso kwambiri ndi zolenga modabwitsa zomwe zimatsimikizira zochitika zazikulu, kulingalira ndi kuchenjera kwa opanga awo. Evo G Kabati ya Woyendetsa Forklift akuyembekezeka kukhala chinthu choyamikiridwa, chosirira ndi chokondedwa, chaukatswiri wapadera ndi chatsopano. Mapangidwe opambana Mphoto ya Bronze ya A' Design Award awa amaphatikiza machitidwe abwino kwambiri a luso, sayansi, kapangidwe ndi ukadaulo ndipo ndi abwino kwambiri chifukwa cha kusamala kwawo zazing'ono. Evo G Kabati ya Woyendetsa Forklift amakwaniritsa zosowa mokongola, kukhudza zilakolako, kukopa mitima ndi kudzutsa chidwi.
Kumbuyo kwa Kapangidwe
Katundu wa Atolankhani
Umboni, mamembala a gulu ndi zambiri zapadera zoperekedwa ndi wopanga.
- Makhalidwe Apadera
- The modular forklift cabin integrates automotive technology and aesthetics, utilizing RIM (Reaction Injection Molding) to create a lightweight, high-strength structure with superior ergonomic comfort. Modular operational components adapt to diverse working conditions, enhancing efficiency and safety. Human-centered in concept, it redefines industrial vehicle operation through modularity and car-like innovation.
- Miyezo ndi Kuphimba
- Cab size: 1300mm x 1060mm x 1810mm
- Zizindikiro
- Modular Forklift, RIM Manufacturing Technology, Smart Logistics,Ergonomic Optimization,Human-Centered Design
- Teknoloji Yopangira
- Reaction injection molding structure, polyurethane-based composite materials formed through low temperature RIM processing enable complex aerodynamic surfaces with integrated lightweight, high-strength construction, reducing material consumption and enhancing corrosion resistance.
Lightweight Engineering, 15–20% weight reduction compared to conventional steel cabins improves vehicle energy efficiency and operational stability.
Modular architecture cabin decomposed into interchangeable functional units (seat, control, safety modules) using standardized mechanical interfaces for rapid assembly, maintenance, upgrade, and customization.
Integrated ergonomic system, inclined control console, adjustable seating geometry, and optimized noise, vibration, harshness performance derived from automotive engineering standards.
Lifecycle-oriented manufacturing, recyclable composite materials, repair-friendly modular components, and reduced production energy demand support circular economy principles and long-term durability. - Vuto la Dizayini
- The greatest challenge was reconciling industrial durability with automotive-level comfort and aesthetics. Forklift cabins must withstand heavy-duty environments, strict safety regulations, and structural load requirements, leaving limited flexibility for expressive form. Integrating lightweight RIM structures with modular architecture while maintaining strength, stability, and cost efficiency required extensive engineering validation.
Another key challenge was balancing innovation with operator familiarity, introducing a car-like, human-centered cockpit without disrupting established workflows. Achieving intuitive interaction, reduced fatigue, and rapid adaptability within a harsh industrial context demanded deep ergonomic research and cross-disciplinary collaboration. - Kafukufuku
- Research Background
Traditional forklift cabins often prioritize mechanical performance over operator experience, resulting in fatigue, limited comfort, and inefficient workflows. Increasing demand for human-centered and sustainable industrial solutions necessitated a new design paradigm.
Methods
Qualitative user interviews, on-site observation, ergonomic analysis, and competitive benchmarking were conducted to identify key pain points and innovation opportunities.
Tools
Anthropometric data modeling, ergonomic simulation software, CAD/CAE engineering platforms, and RIM material feasibility testing supported design validation.
Participants
Forklift operators, logistics managers, maintenance technicians, and industrial designers across European and Asian markets.
Results and Insights
Findings highlighted the need for enhanced comfort, modular adaptability, and intuitive interaction. Integrating automotive ergonomics, modular architecture, and lightweight RIM technology significantly improves efficiency, safety, and lifecycle sustainability while strengthening product differentiation. - Chilimbikitso
- The design originates from real operator needs. Traditional forklift cabins often cause fatigue due to confined space and complex controls; research revealed a demand for both efficiency and comfort. This led to the fusion of automotive-inspired aesthetics with modular functionality. RIM technology enabled fluid surfaces and lightweight structures, supporting removable modules. In a homogenized market, aesthetic innovation creates clear differentiation and elevates perceived quality.
- Nthawi ya Polojekiti
- The project started in May 2025 in Germany and will finish in May 2026.
- Mdondomeko ya Ntchito
- Human-Centered operational logic, ergonomically optimized layout based on anthropometric data ensures intuitive reach zones, minimized motion range, and reduced operator fatigue during long-hour shifts.
Immersive cockpit interaction, inclined control console, adaptive seat adjustment, and optimized sightlines create a focused, car-like driving experience that enhances situational awareness.
Modular task adaptability, interchangeable control and function modules allow rapid configuration changes to match diverse operational workflows and application scenarios.
Intuitive control architecture, standardized interface logic simplifies training, shortens onboarding time, and enables seamless transition between different operators.
Reduced cognitive and physical load, low-noise NVH optimization and streamlined control hierarchy improve concentration, precision handling, and overall workflow efficiency. - Petensi
- Copyrights belong to Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH
- Mamembala a Gulu
- Zhenghai Shang, Yingchun Bai, Jing Zhao, Yang Chen, Guofeng Cai, Hongtao Zhang, Hongsheng Zhao, Zixian Li, Chao Hu, Yang Meng, Fei Ye, Wei Li, Jie Wang, Lin Zhang, Xueyin Shi, Xuemin Zhang
- Mwini Zithunzi
- Heli Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentrum Europe GmbH
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