Flexi Chaa: A Modular Solution for Dynamic Urban Vendors

Project Description

Flexi Chaa is a modular tea cart that responds to the specific problems of urban tea vendors. Some of the problems they face include limited space, too much competition, and variable demand during the day. With its flexible system, this design enables vendors to easily switch from selling tea to carrying passengers, maximizing their resources and creating additional revenues, particularly during low-demand periods.

Problems:

Urban tea vendors commonly face:

- Limited operational space.

- High market competition.

- Variable demand throughout the day.

This results in most tea stalls going unused during off-peak hours, which leads to:

-Wasted resources.

- Reduced and unstable income.

Objectives:

The primary objective of Flexi Chaa is to develop a flexible, multi-functional tea stall that assists vendors in:

- Conducting business effectively in different market situations. -Maximize revenue potential with responsiveness to demand variability.

Design Decisions:

The design is available in a modular format that consists of a tea stall and a passenger transportation system. The modular design aims to offer:

- Economic viability for the vendor.

-Flexibility of use to suit market conditions.

- Maximum utilization of resources to promote entrepreneurial development and independence.

Final Output:

The structure has three modules which are connectible:

-Module 1:A three-wheeled structure for movement and transport. -Module 2: A two-wheeled cart for tea making, storage, and a folding service counter.

-Module 3: A two-wheeled module for passenger seating.

The modular design enables the vendor to utilize Modules 1 and 2 as a mobile tea stall. In lean times, Module 2 is removed and Module 3 is fitted, converting the setup into a passenger rickshaw, thereby ensuring a

continuous stream of income and resource utilization.