Thomas Gutierrez Austin Shoemaker Shane Upchurch Ryan Kaysen Joey Miller Kevin Liekweg Selection Analysis Mobile Laptop Platform

Neck Strap Table (NST) Hollow interior to conserve polymer material Adjustable torso belt strap Stabilizing devices for laptop Neck strap Pros Light Weight Compact design Belt strap adjustable for all sizes Sturdy on horizontal axis Functional for seated positions Cons Possible Discomfort around neck May be hard to adapt to all laptop sizes Polymer material could be expensive Rotation around vertical axis

Pros Thin design Secures laptop safely to user Ergonomics – laptop angle and distance from user are adjustable Sturdy Cons Difficult and time consuming setup Must be designed for a specific backpack Because of the width most likely will not fit in a standard backpack Walkman Workstation (WW)

Adjustable Straps Large Locking Clips Adjustable Shoulder Strap and Hip Belt Laptop Bag w/ Transforming Straps (LBTS) Pros Similar to standard laptop bag Compact design Easy Setup Cons Laptop overheating Complex design Straps, Clips Problems with support

Pros Easy and quick setup for user Compact design Ergonomics - tracks allow for adjustments in position Sturdy Without a laptop could serve as a mobile desk for writing Cons Challenging to design Unbalanced weight distribution Uncomfortable to setup and stow away Heavy The Sidekick (TS)

Hover-desk (HD) Pros Lightweight Fast setup Good ventilation Cons Instability Short life

LapWalker™ (LW) Walk-About Computer Desk Lightweight mobile computing platform utilizing Velcro and high density ABS plastic. Curved design to rest against users waist. Stores in front of user when not in use. Shoulder strap distributes weight of laptop. Marketed for Researchers, Claims Adjuster, Surveyors, Estimators, Inventory Takers, Engineers, Production Managers, Geologists, Field Operators. Standard Dimensions to fit most laptops. Weighs only 1.5 pounds and cost $59.95.

Selection Criteria Setup – Ease of Setup/Time Portability – Size and ease of transport when not in use Weight Support – location of straps (neck, back, hips, etc) Ergonomics – Laptop position Durability – long lifetime, load up to 10 pounds Stability – secure laptop, minimal movement in use Adaptability – different size users (width, height, etc.) Cost – manufacture Cooling – laptop airflow Storage – provides storage for accessories

Level One Evaluation

Pairwise Comparison of Criteria

Level Two Evaluation

Lightweight Very Portable Comfortable to use Good Ergonomics Adaptable to range of users High capacity storage Inexpensive to make …AND THE WINNER IS…