Smart Hard-Shell Checked Luggage Design

Job ID: 40148452

Budget: $250 – $750 AUD

I want to take a hard-shell checked suitcase from rough idea to production-ready design. The case must include an integrated TSA-approved lock, real-time GPS tracker, retractable cup holder, discreet umbrella slot, a built-in power bank with external USB charging port, and a padded laptop compartment. Everything has to fit within standard checked-bag dimensions while keeping the outer shell sleek and impact-resistant.

Here’s what I need from you:

• Concept refinement and style boards that show how each feature is integrated without adding bulk
• Detailed 3D CAD files and exploded views, ready for injection-moulded tooling
• Material and finish recommendations suited to a sturdy, lightweight polycarbonate (I’m committed to a full hard shell, not hybrid or soft)
• Basic engineering validation—hinge loads, wheel selection, handle ergonomics—so manufacturers can quote with confidence
• Final presentation renders for marketing collateral

I’ll review each milestone against those deliverables, making sure the lock mechanism operates cleanly, the GPS housing is waterproof, and the charging system meets airline battery regulations. If you have experience designing carry-on or duffel bags, that’s a plus, but the focus here is a feature-packed, checked-size piece that is predominantly for lawyers to carry folders etc to Court as well as travel.