Introduction
Hello guys My name is Bryan and I have just graduated from Monash University in Australia studying Industrial design. The following is my year long graduation project. I would like to specially thank Luigi Pralangga for giving me this opportunity and supporting me throughout the year. Enjoy

Abstract
Everyday we are witnessing unavoidable effects of the global climate crisis more and more. The disasters created by this phenomenon are impacting all parts of the world and due to this, there is a high need for quick and effective aid response for those suffering areas. The A.N.T (Aid Necessities Transporter) is designed for humanitarian organizations such as the United Nations for transportation of food, water, medical supplies and housing units to disaster stricken areas. Having swift as well as all-terrain capabilities, the A.N.T incorporates a new efficient system of distribution running on two modes of transportation.

A.N.T is designed to enhance the abilities of international aid organisations, allowing them to reach more people faster, as well as delivering packages that are a compact solution of food and accommodation distribution. The package allows for the storage of food, temporary housing as well as electricity and clean water generation.

Generation of Ideas

Inspiration
Drawing inspiration from the anatomy and mentality of ants themselves, the A.N.T adopts styling cues from the aesthetics of ants being a 6-wheeled vehicle with an abdomen-like supply unit. In addition, the vehicle’s carrying and distribution purpose relates to the ant’s ability to carry 10-50 times their own body weight, and travel quickly and efficiently over any terrain. The A.N.T was also inspired by the system in which groups of ants will travel back and forth to transport their food and supplies to their nest. This has been incorporated into the vehicle’s system of distribution.

System
The A.N.T runs on a unique system especially designed for a more rapid response in transporting supplies. In its transport mode, the A.N.T will carry slightly less supplies than current conventional trucks but thus allowing it to travel faster and tackle harsher terrain. Travelling in groups, the A.N.T will leave the headquarters and head towards the disaster stricken area. At arrival, the vehicle will efficiently deploy the supply unit. Once deployed, the A.N.T will then rotate its front 90 degrees downwards, transforming into its Rapid mode. In this mode, the vehicle will then quickly travel back to headquarters ready to load up another supply unit. In addition, the deployed supply unit at the destination will expand, creating an instant temporary housing for medical shelters, distribution points or shelter for people in need.

I shall elaborate further on my next article of each model, I would really appreciate your feedback and positive comments, please.

Part 2 Here
Part 3 Here
Part 4 Here

Cheers,
Bryan Lee
Email: bryanlee86@hotmail.com
Blog: http://bryanleedesigns.blogspot.com/