The Return of Wired Headphones
Wired headphones are gaining popularity again among Zoomers and Millennials, becoming not just a functional accessory but also an element of personal style. Along with the return of this trend come the familiar inconveniences: wires tangle in bags, snag on other objects, and require time to untangle.
From Tangled Wires to Scattered Attention
Beyond the inconvenience of storing headphones, there is the issue of maintaining focus while studying. Students often find it difficult to concentrate during lectures, and the need to keep their hands busy frequently leads them to reach for their phones. This creates an opportunity to combine solutions to two everyday problems into one compact item.
Two functions in one object
SWEEP — a compact organizer for wired headphones featuring an integrated rotating tactile element.
It combines convenient cable storage with the ability to interact with the object through simple, repetitive motion. The accessory remains useful even when the headphones are not in use.
Movement as a Foundation
The foundation of the SWEEP concept is the idea of cyclical motion.
The cord is wound inside the housing, ensuring compact and tidy storage, while the central rotating element allows the organizer to be used for tactile interaction. The principle of rotation unites two functions into one device.
Form and Tactility
The compact, rounded shape allows the organizer to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand. The textured surface makes interacting with the object more expressive, creating additional tactile sensations.
Joining Mechanism
The construction consists of two main plastic parts and a metal frame. The plastic elements are connected and snap together due to the unique shape of the parts, without the need for additional fastenings. This system secures the components while allowing the central part to rotate freely.
Materials and Production
For the upper housing, ABS-grade plastic ABS 2332 from the SIBUR assortment was selected. This material offers high impact resistance and allows for the creation of complex-shaped parts with a glossy surface.
The base is made from polypropylene grade PP H250 GP. The material’s elasticity allows parts to be secured by their geometry, while maintaining the ability for the central element to rotate.
Both plastic components are manufactured using injection molding. The silvery trim is produced from aluminum via stamping followed by anodizing.
Color Palette
The color palette is based on a balance between restraint and expressiveness.
The accessory organically complements various looks while retaining its own character and visual individuality. The variety of color solutions allows the user to choose an option that reflects their style and mood.
Order in things. Focus on the main points.
SWEEP becomes part of a student’s daily life, helping maintain order among personal belongings while offering a subtle, tactile way to interact during study time. For Sibur, the project demonstrates how modern polymer materials can be applied to create functional accessories that meet the needs of the new generation, blending practicality, aesthetics, and everyday comfort.
