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Airwheel Se3 Mini T Suitcase by Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co.,Ltd. Receives the Silver A' Design Award in Fashion and Travel Accessories Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co.,Ltd. for fashion and travel accessories design
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Airwheel Se3 Mini T Suitcase by Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co.,Ltd. has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Fashion and Travel Accessories Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Silver A' Design Award Means
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
About Airwheel Se3 Mini T Suitcase
Airwheel Se3 Mini T is an electric suitcase that can be ridden over short distances. A portable power supply and a patented aluminium alloy frame with a load capacity of 110 kilograms allow the suitcase to carry a seated rider. The handle extends through an intuitive mechanism, and turnbuckles on each side control forward motion and braking. Integrated moulded pedals and wide wheels add stability and comfort. Two USB ports charge personal devices, and LED indicators show the remaining power. The design reduces fatigue during the final stage of a journey.
About Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co.,Ltd.
Airwheel is a 20+ year-old global brand technology company with R&D, design, warehousing and production bases in Los Angeles, Brussels, Hong Kong, Changzhou, etc.; Airwheel registered 160+ country/region logos; It has 500+ patents; 10,000,000,000+ times of product media; Airwheel smart luggage is a new product created by Airway in the field of robot research and development, combined with market demand, combining environmental protection + AI + ROBOT + travel.
Award Record
This recognition makes Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co.,Ltd. a winner of 2 A' Design Awards. All of the awards belong to the 2024 - 2025 edition of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award
The A' Accessory Design Award is an international fashion design competition recognizing good accessory designs by leading designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to accessory designers, fashion designers, travel accessory designers and luxury goods manufacturers from all countries. Entries typically include handbags, scarves, belts, luggage, hats and travel bags. Awarded accessory designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/accessory
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/162481
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/162481
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!162481
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/356700
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Airwheel Se3 Mini T Suitcase
- Function
- Suitcase
- Category
- Fashion and Travel Accessories Design
- Discipline
- Fashion Design
- Industry
- Fashion and Luxury
- Colors
- Light Gray, Gainsboro, Dark Gray, Silver and Dim Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Changzhou Airwheel Technology Co.,Ltd.
- Country
- China
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #162481
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- This electric smart suitcase surpasses the limitations of traditional suitcases by providing more than just storage. With its portable power supply, this suitcase offers a creative ride and go function, effectively facilitating user mobility and efficiency in public transportation settings. The handle with an intuitive stretching mechanismallows users to control and drive the suitcase easily, making it a convenient and efficient choice for business trips, travel, shopping, etc.
- Inspiration
- This electric smart suitcase was developed with an understanding of the modern travel challenge of the physically demanding final travel stage. It also considered the diverse travel requirements of various age groups. The design alleviates user travel fatigue by integrating the electric riding function with traditional suitcase features. It enhances the independence and convenience of elderly travellers, enriching their overall life experiences.
- Research
- In light of the growing urbanization trend, individuals frequently encounter challenges related to transportation connections and physical strain when travelling short distances. To address these issues, this electric smart ride and go suitcase has been developed. By incorporating a portable mobile power supply, it combines storage and mobility functions, reducing reliance on additional modes of transportation and significantly enhancing travel convenience.
- Challenge
- The challenge of this project is addressing the energy supply demands of users during extended travel. This offering incorporates a high capacity portable power supply of 73.26 WH to prolong the operational time. Additionally, the exterior of the suitcase is outfitted with two USB charging ports for various devices, enhancing the convenience of charging while on the move. Furthermore, the lithium battery utilizes LED indicators to present the remaining power, ensuring intuitive monitoring.
- Realization and Technology
- The suitcase is constructed from a high-strength 6 series aluminium alloy and features a patented frame with a load capacity of 110kg. This design ensures safety, reliability, and adaptability to challenging road conditions. The linear LED breathing light on the suitcase conveys a futuristic and technological aesthetic in line with modern design trends. Utilizing an integrated moulding process, the pedals have been designed to enhance stability and comfort while riding.
- Operation and Interaction
- The suitcase handlefeatures an intuitive stretching designfor a smooth rideandgo experience. The turnbuckles on the left and right sides of the handle, corresponding to forward and brake functions, allow intuitive control of both forward and backward movements so users can quickly master the operation. Additionally, the product features an exclusive app offering convenient functions like cruise control, Bluetooth disconnection alerts, search functionality, and customizable route programming.
- Project Duration and Location
- The miniT was designed and developed in Changzhou in April 2019, and subsequently launched in China in 2021.
- Keywords
- Compact ride and go suitcase, exclusive smart app, intuitive stretching handle, mobile charging, extra wide wheels
