Calyx
In the field, timing is everything. Calyx keeps essential tools right at your fingertips with hip-mounted compartments designed for one-handed access. From sample vials to writing tools, your gear is always within easy reach—no need to dig through your pack.
Field Pack
Spring 2025
In collaberation with Kat Lew and Natalie Ge
Research
“I usually leave my larger bag at the top of field site. I bend over a lot to collect samples and I need a smaller bag with my essentials.”
Quotes:
“Usually I just throw my samples into my bag, but they’re hard to find and often contain delicate, live specimens.”
“Things move fast in the field and I have to be able to switch quickly between tasks. A crab could be running away!”
Items commonly found in field packs
Things to include based on interview results from unsatified field researcher
- Falcon tube storage
- Easily accessible pencil and notebook storage
- Storage for papers and field notes
- Waterproofing for any weather/work conditions
- Strong material for durability
Initial sketches based on storage and protection needs
Paper prototyping based on sketches and ideating different storage options, including weather protective features, falcon tube storage, and hip packs for quick access
Papper prototyping based on sketches and ideating different storage options, including weather protective features, falcon tube storage, and hip packs for quick access
Halfway point
We incorporated the takeaways from the first round of prototyping into the second round of ideation. We decided to include more buckles and compartments to accommodate research equipment, field tools, and personal items with ease
Sketches to finalize details before making prototype
Paper prototying for visulaization and pattern making before using actual material
Process photos of sewing and assembly
Designed for field efficiency, Calyx features hip-mounted compartments and external pockets for one-handed use. This allows quick access to essential items like sample vials, notebooks, and pens without opening the main pack.
Features
Calyx’s modular hip pouches detach from the main pack and convert into a standalone fanny pack. This dual-mode system allows users to leave the main pack behind at field stations and move more freely, carrying only the essentials with them.
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