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Overview
As part of my degree, I was asked to create an application that solves problems in human environments without the need for human interaction. I chose to focus on the world of diving, which traditionally relies on human interaction to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
//The main goal
The main goal is to make diving more accessible by offering an alternative to needing a guide or preliminary maps, which helps lower costs and promotes personal safety.
//Question
How can we help people dive safer and discover the best of the sea during a single dive?
(Created in a learning framework).
Research
I created a user questionnaire that was completed by over 60 people from the diving community to investigate their problems and desires.
After completing independent diving training, I realized that I still needed a guide for diving. This is the challenge I want to address.
66%
Testified that they dive at least 6 times a year
80%
Answered that they have underwater binoculars
92%
Answered that they are diving without a guide
60%
They said they don’t know enough about underwater animals and want to learn more.
70%
reported having more than 5 years of diving experience
86%
Fear of incorrect underwater navigation may prevent reaching the destination.
52%
Testified that they have a dive computer
90%
Testified that it is necessary to save the data of the last dive
Questions
What kind of diving experience a user is looking for?
Which format seems the most intuitive to users for early access before getting into the water?
What safety and learning features will the user find most valuable?
What did we learn?
We’ve learned that while the current diving models offer an interesting experience, they do not provide precise solutions for modern divers. Today, divers seek independence in their dives, but they also prioritize safety. The technological advancements in recent years have opened the door to a new, more engaging platform that can emphasize the most important aspects of diving —
safety, satisfying curiosity, memory retention, and gaining additional knowledge.
This insight has given me a clear direction for developing the design and visual elements of the application, bringing together all these key points to create a truly unique platform for divers.
Target Users
The target audience of the application is divided into two main groups
Primary User
High frequency divers
Diving instructors
Live near the sea
Secondary User
do not dive regularly
Tourists
Extreme lovers
After my research, I started interviewing users to create an optional sample user persona.
Tom Michaeli
About
Tom is a diving instructor who lives in Eilat, Israel, and spends two months each summer in Sinai, Egypt. His dream is to continue working in the field and expand into new areas. Tom completes 10-15 dives per week and owns private diving equipment, including a diving watch and a mask. However, he finds it challenging to use this equipment to effectively convey information or teach his students how to navigate underwater independently, ensuring they feel confident and safe diving on their own after the course
age: 25
Occupation: Diving guide
Goal
Tom wants to have a smarter system for real-time training, to give a safe feeling, and to have a brighter understanding of his students
Location: Israel
Diving places around the world
// Eilat (Israel)
// Sinai(Egypt)
// Aqaba (Jordan)
// Playa (Mexico)
// Phuket (Thailand)
frustrations
Challenges
// He doesn't know how to learn to navigate better in the short diving course they take
// Reveals dissatisfaction that he wants to learn more about the sea and does not know what to check first
// He is tired of having to convey information to a diving partner and does not know how to convey the message clearly
Needs
// Tom gives his students an option to navigate the water in a simple way without prior learning.
// Be able to get a real-time explanation of the underwater animals.
// More accessible and clear communication capabilities option
// Clearer safety alerts.
Ideation
From my research, I have learned that it’s important to first gather basic diving information from the user before offering them diving options in their area. I also learned that the process should begin with the phone and then transition to the diving mask. So, I decided to create a mobile app that helps users discover new underwater locations and provides a safe way to navigate during their dives.
After surveying the target audience, I proceeded to the preliminary planning stage to deliver the desired solution. My goal was to design an app that is effective and engaging while remaining simple, concise, and time-efficient. The following pages outline the initial concept and key insights needed before moving into the expansion phase.
User flow
Recognizing that users will interact with the application before their dive, where time constraints are critical, I developed two user flows. The first flow enables users to create a new dive by setting their preferences, while the second flow allows them to select a previous dive from their history.
The Solution
I developed an innovative app that combines mobile technology with augmented reality (AR) to enhance the diving experience. The system offers real-time marine navigation through the diving mask, making underwater exploration easier, more engaging, and safer.
Route Selection:
Users start by opening the app on their phone.
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Route Selection:
Users start by opening the mobile application on their phone.
The app provides a user-friendly interface for selecting routes to various maritime areas. Detailed maps and route options are displayed, allowing users to choose based on their current location or preferred diving spot.
Dive depth and level
An interactive slider allows users to choose the right and desired dive for them.
Data selection
A scrolling menu appears below, allowing you to select a location.
Data selection
A scrolling menu opens below that allows you to select a location.
Data selection
A scrolling menu opens below that allows you to select a location.
Synchronization and Data Transfer
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Once a route is selected, the app generates a unique barcode with the route data.
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Scanning the barcode with the camera integrated into the AR diving mask
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The scanning process ensures accurate and quick data transfer, synchronizing the mask with the selected route information.
Benefits
Enhanced Exploration
Divers can navigate complex underwater terrains with ease, guided by accurate, real-time data.
Safety
The AR system reduces the risk of getting lost or encountering dangerous areas by offering clear, continuous navigation assistance.
Convenience
The smooth integration between the mobile app and AR mask makes setup quick and easy.
Additional pages summarizing all dive data
Diving gallery
Dive log
Diving summary
After completing the dive, users can view photos taken with the mask's built-in camera, as well as their dive log, in the app. This comprehensive approach to navigation and record keeping ensures a safe and enjoyable diving experience for users and preservation of memory and diving skills.
Insights
Design system
Logo
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Typography
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push buttons
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