Project overview
R2 Heater reimagines a halogen oven as a smart, connected kitchen appliance. The concept centers on a 360° heating shell that fits any container, with a water reservoir and piezo misting system to preserve moisture.
- IoT-driven interaction with real-time temperature and moisture feedback.
- Modular form factor sized for most countertop cookware.
- Companion interface designed for quick, repeatable meal workflows.
Research & problem setting
We ran secondary research across IoT appliance trends, benchmarked competing products, and mapped user journeys to define the moments where warming food breaks down. The goal: keep quality intact while simplifying control.
Brief distilled
Create an intuitive heating system that fits in any kitchen, warms food without drying it out, and feels as effortless as setting a timer. The 360° body and embedded sensors help keep temperature and humidity in the sweet spot.
Dimensions & main features
Components & architecture
SolidWorks top-down modeling defined the enclosure, reservoir, and electronics. By integrating off-the-shelf components, the team reduced part count while keeping a clear path toward a custom PCB.
Technical drawings
Market comparison
Benchmarking highlighted how most countertop heaters dry food quickly or rely on confusing interfaces. R2 Heater differentiates with the misting reservoir, panoramic heating, and a cleaner UI.
Prototype & interaction
The interaction prototype ran on Arduino to simulate the future embedded interface. A 1:1 mockup validated placement of the display, dial controls, and water reservoir.
Demo video
Unity demo
Coming soon…