The Collapselabra began as an idea at an outdoor music festival. As the sun went down, picnic blankets came out and the light bulb went off in my head. Credit goes to my friend for coming up with the name, but I did all the design, 3d modeling, printing, electronics and future improvements.
The Collapselabra is a battery-powered L.E.D. light that's weather resistant and can hold a low charge for 72 hrs. It's perfect for indoor ambiance or flexible outdoor lighting. You can slide the two halves apart to pack flat or slide them together to connect the circuit to turn the flickering lights on (no moving switches). We're currently working with a go-to-market manufacturer to bring sophisticated luxury to everyone. Concert goers, romantic diners and glampers all over the world can finally "church" up any occasion.
3D CAD file
Early MDF laser-cut prototype
MDF laser-cut prototype
SLS 3D printed prototype
The design process was an exercise in understanding material behaviors and fit tolerances. Here, the flame component that sandwiched the L.E.D.s was printed with a translucent material. Both halves slotted together and ultimately was secured by the two candle halves.
Final prototype
