Rapid Surf Rescue:
2017–2018

RSR - a design solution for critical shoreline rescue missions.

Based on theoretical studies and field research, the solution has been developed to meet the demands of users, in addition to projected stakeholders. It was set to meet and exceed the requirements for a Bachelor of Industrial Design thesis final.

The problem.

This thesis focused on investigating current rescue methodology along with the range of concurrent problems for costal shoreline environments. A major focus was exploring all user issues in efforts to comprehend user needs from the designer’s perspective. To further research, scenario assessments were conducted to analyze the range of rescue scenarios that lifeguards could be potentially encounter.

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The solution.

The final design is intended to counter any rescue scenario, from immediate surf rescue response, to victim locating and extracting. RSR is a complete package for the ultimate rescue mission, with the ability to increase maneuverability and reduce critical response time.