For over 130 years Coca-Cola has been driving innovation. From the original beverage formula, to point-of-sale pioneering, to supporting equipment showcasing the product in a desirable way. Fountains, coolers, dispensers — through all of these advancements the relationship with beverage consumer and artifact has been one way — until now.
Cobot is an entirely new artifact for the company. For the first time it allows a conversation between consumer and ‘equipment’. Catching attention, interacting with people, reacting to movements, voice and facial expressions. I worked on Industrial Design along side with R&D team and our Silicone Valley partner in robotics to bring this to life.
GOOD THINGS COME IN PAIRS
For logistical reasons, we decided it’s best to build and use two machines at the same time. That way, when these Cobots are out in the marketplace, the operating team can ensure one robot is stocked while the empty unit gets refilled.
Cobot was created as a mobile vending machine that engages consumers in a fun way and enhance consumer sampling experience while providing delightful moments to our connected next-generation consumers. I joined the team and became responsible for the industrial design of Cobot.
ILLUMINATED FACE
Cobot provides a playful engagement with consumers through an illuminated face — showing various emotions, moving throughout spaces, dancing and ultimately delivering an ice-cold Coca-Cola.
OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE
To ensure a seamless experience, a Lidar sensor was integrated to 3D map the environment and any passing pedestrians.
FACELIFT
The latest generation of Cobot sports a new face screen, allowing it to displays additional emotions and gain physical interactions.