Hexabot App
Design for a fictive app in which scientists and researchers can assign different tasks to robots on the moon.
This design was made as a competition entry. The brief was to design three screens for a fictive app where scientists and researchers on the moon can assign different tasks to "Hexabots". The brief also said to consider accessibility aspects in challenging environmental conditions, and the fact that users will often be wearing gloves. All in all, I spent about 24 hours on this project – from the visual identity, to the UI design, a small component library, and the UX wireflow.
Design choices
The design is heavily focused on usability in challenging conditions, with creative design elements where it has an impact on the experience.
A dark mode reduces eye strain in varying light conditions, while large, high-contrast buttons ensure visibility in foggy environments and easy interaction with gloved hands. Voice commands are accessible throughout the user journey.
Recognizing that users might develop attachments to their Hexabots, which I imagine have slightly different personalities and appearances, personalization is encouraged by naming and including pictures of them. This adds a touch of warmth and friendliness, while clarifying which bot is performing a certain task.
Contextual guidance, progress visualizations, and clear UX copy help create a smooth, efficient experience even in stressful situations.
