PERANCANGAN KANDANG HAMSTER SEMI-PORTABEL DENGAN SISTEM FEEDING OTOMATIS BERBASIS PEMANFAATAN ENERGI KINETIK HAMSTER
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.46964/jkdpia.v14i2.1841Keywords:
automatic feeding device, product design, kinetic energy, hamster cage, modular semi-portableAbstract
Hamster keeping has evolved into a hobby, a contest platform, and a business opportunity for many individuals. However, hamster owners often face challenges in providing consistent feeding, particularly when traveling or engaged in daily routines, which may compromise hamster health and safety. This study aims to design a hamster cage integrated with an automatic feeding device that utilizes kinetic energy from hamster activity on a running wheel, while incorporating a modular semi-portable system to enhance usability flexibility. A qualitative research method was employed, involving in-depth interviews with hamster sellers and breeders, literature reviews, and questionnaire distribution to 31 respondents to explore preferences regarding material, system, technology, ergonomics, form, and color. Competitive analysis was conducted using the Blue Ocean Strategy (BOS) framework on three similar products available in the market. Three design alternatives were developed and evaluated through visual questionnaires administered to 23 respondents. The results indicate that Alternative 1, featuring a fun concept inspired by a car shape, constructed from acrylic material with a modular semi-portable system, and equipped with an Arduino-based automatic feeding device, was selected as the final design. This design represents an innovative solution that integrates animal welfare, portability, and feeding automation to comprehensively address the needs of hamster keepers.
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