Airva

Airva is a smart, IoT-enabled inhaler designed to improve asthma management through real-time usage tracking and connected health insights. Developed through research, iterative prototyping, and CAD refinement, the project balances ergonomic design, technical feasibility, and sustainability to deliver a user-centred, manufacturable solution.

Mar 25, 2025

Airva

Airva is a smart, IoT-enabled inhaler designed to improve asthma management through real-time usage tracking and connected health insights. Developed through research, iterative prototyping, and CAD refinement, the project balances ergonomic design, technical feasibility, and sustainability to deliver a user-centred, manufacturable solution.

Mar 25, 2025

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Role

Designer

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Design

Role

Designer

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Design

Work Details

Understanding the problem

Airva was developed in response to several issues with traditional inhalers, including inefficient use, lack of feedback, and limited user engagement. Research highlighted both environmental concerns, such as unused propellant contributing to emissions, and the risks linked to incorrect or inconsistent use. These insights helped define the need for a smarter, more responsive solution that better supports users in managing their condition.

Design Development & Journey

The project developed through an iterative process, starting with research and early ideation before moving into sketching, prototyping, and testing. Initial concepts explored form, usability, and how the product could integrate with a digital system. Through ongoing refinement, the design evolved into a connected inhaler that improves both functionality and user experience, combining intuitive interaction with real-time tracking to support better health outcomes.

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