The module uses Nasa's high tech origami inspired solar panel material to produce sustainable energy. To ensure simple and space efficient transport it is initially closed before setting up in the disaster area.
Nodus team
Strategic Design (TD1)
2024
Nodus team addresses the often-overlooked issue of climate change-induced natural disasters by developing an accessible and reliable unified relief logistics platform. This platform includes the Armadillo Mobility Platform and a variety of modules, such as the Blossom Energy Module, to meet all relief effort needs. In collaboration with Changan, Nodus also establishes operations centers in strategic locations around the world and maintains warehouses globally to ensure a rapid response. The ultimate goal is to create a future where no one is left behind, making people the main focus.
Yishun Dai
Master's Programme in Transportation Design
Niels Vogel
Master's Programme in Transportation Design
When equipped with the modules, the mobility platforms leave the outpost to go to their respective destinations, previously determined and supervised in the operation center.
Arriving at the location, the Nodus entities can immediately be recognised as a symbol of hope and taking responsibility for people´s needs.
When deployed in the area, the Blossom module supplies all other modules with energy, ensuring a holistic and self-sufficient ecosystem.
The Nodus Logistics System consists of a variety of modules which are all carried by the adaptable mobility platform and powered by the interchangable batteres. These elements tie the whole system together.
Armadillo platform daytime operation
Armadillo platform daytime operation with Lidar
Exploded view of the Armadillo platform
Picture of the scale model to present an overview of the NODUS system
Blossom Energy Module being coupled to the Armadillo Platform at the outpost
Armadillo platform nighttime operation
Package and movement range overview
A module for every need, an agile mobility platform to deliver it
