Loam MTB Goggle
Mountain Bike Goggles with
Improved Field-of-vision for Smith Optics
Design vision.
This six month goggle development assignment centered around the unique needs of mountain biking. As lead design engineer and project manager, I was tasked to develop a mountain-bike specific goggle that increased the field-of-vision for the user.
View finder.
By utilizing Fusion 360, I was able to conduct multiple field-of-view studies to ensure a maximum degree of vision was incorporated into the design.
Advanced degrees.
A primary improvement was shifting the placement of the strap attachment. This helped to expand the field-of-vision from the previous industry standard of 90 degrees to 135 degrees.
Angle analysis.
When increasing the overall lens height for increased field-of-vision, angle analyses were conducted on existing Smith goggles and competitors. These were intended to view the optimal pantoscopic lens angle. Three goggle frames were 3D printed to further test for field-of-view.
Development delivered.
Throughout the process, I utilized 3D CAD design and conducted manufacturing sample reviews. Fusion 360 served as my primary tool for CAD development and assembly management. I visited the factory to oversee the manufacturing process.
Progressive value.
A foamless ventilation solution was developed, incorporating an open-lattice TPU vent. The final product boasts the use of these innovative features, becoming Smith’s most economical goggle for mountain biking.
Loam MTB Goggle
Mountain Bike Goggles with
Improved Field-of-vision for Smith Optics
