Blackbird
Blackbird is a compact EMT holster for on duty needs
Skills
Sewing
CMF
Field research
2 Weeks
Winter 2024
Design a bag for Emergency Medical Technicians
EMT Research
Items most frequently carried on duty according to my interviews
“the longer you do the job…
the less you need to carry”
Design Goals
Secure
Must firmly hold items during intense movement
Intuitive
Must be easy to locate items for quick access
Compact
Must not interfere with body movement
Durable
Must stand up to wear, cleaning, and weather
CMF Ideation
Physical Prototypes
Final Model
BlackBird
Durable
Blackbird is made from water-resistant Cordura nylon, durable enough to withstand daily abuse and easily disinfected
Compact
Low profile, yet expandable when needed
Intuitive
Key touchpoints are highlighted in orange to make them stand out day or night
Secure
Blackbird incorporates a special Slip-NOT fabric that firmly holds trauma shears in place
