Product Reliability Testing of Ice Pressing

So far, we are done with the first prototype design and have made it mainly with 3D printing. Here in this blog, I will show you the systematic reliability testing with it. This phase is crucial for any product development, validating our design and technical choices and providing invaluable firsthand data to guide further optimization. See the testing phase of this version of the prototype and the lessons we learned.

Product Feature Test

After completing the prototype, we entered an intense and hopeful testing phase. The primary goal was to verify the product's core features: ice inserts change, heating efficiency, and the quality of sculpted ice. Each aspect underwent detailed testing and evaluation.
During the test, we encountered challenges and found issues not considered in the design, such as the ice getting stuck and not forming smoothly on the first attempt. Additionally, it is not so convenient for users to change inserts in this version. Moreover, the amount of meltwater is too much to design a water tank to collect it, etc.

Find shortcomings and fix them. During the reliability test, we fixed most of the problems exposed. And we will fix all of them surely.

pressed ice

Optimization and Iteration

Faced with these issues, our team saw an opportunity for improvement. Engineers quickly explored the causes and solutions, leading to new design proposals like adjusting the heating module and optimizing the layout. The design team also proposed several improvements to ease insert change, including optimizing the magnetic attachment mechanism for more straightforward operation.

magnetic suction structure

This process of optimization and iteration is continuous and necessary. Each iteration brings us closer to our ideal product, providing direction for improvements. Through teamwork, we gradually resolved the issues within the prototype, laying a solid foundation for the next development phase.

The development and testing of the first prototype were challenging but invaluable experiences. They validated our design and technical choices and revealed potential issues in the product development process, offering directions for optimization and improvement. As we move forward, these experiences and lessons will become our most valuable assets, guiding us to pursue perfection and create innovative products that truly meet user needs.

Stay tuned for more stories about product development, including design optimization, manufacturing preparations, and the journey to market launch. Thank you for your attention and support. We look forward to sharing more updates and hearing your thoughts and suggestions! This process of optimization and iteration is continuous and necessary. Each iteration brings us closer to our ideal product, providing direction for improvements. Through teamwork, we gradually resolved the issues within the prototype, laying a solid foundation for the next development phase.