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Periscope v2: A Camera for Extravehicular Activity
2025 | Personal
In 2023, I designed Periscope v1, a handheld camera concept. Feedback revealed that it lacked a clearly defined use case and didn’t fully address the "why." For Periscope v2, I applied the concept to a more specific context: space exploration. Designed for extravehicular activity (EVA), this iteration focuses on single-handed operation and usability in the extreme conditions beyond Earth.
Cameras used in space are adapted from those designed for Earth.
Astronaut gloves are...
bulky,
pressurized,
and restrict dexterity.
This makes it difficult to grip and operate handheld tools.
How might we design a space camera that minimizes hand movement to reduce fatigue during EVA operations?
Don't Float Away!
A secure and dustproof attachment system is essential for Periscope v2, ensuring stability in harsh extraterrestrial environments.
It must also allow astronauts to easily retrieve and reattach the camera with one hand, even while wearing bulky space gloves.
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