Duck Sharpener

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The concept we presented is an unconventional-looking duck resembling the ugly duckling in the story. It stands out from its flock despite its appearance; it serves as a pencil sharpener and paperweight. Inspired by the tale, we aimed to create something with unusual looks but a practical purpose. Our hope is that our creation helps individuals realize they can change their attitude and purpose in life regardless of physical appearance. The duck design features a head acting as the sharpener, allowing shavings to fall into its body. Inside, a removable cartridge simplifies shaving disposal and is easily cleaned. During development, we faced measurement challenges for the sharpener and cartridge, solved through trial-and-error. Criticism regarding our design's looks didn't deter us - we focused on functionality. Lastly, we encountered issues with the pencil hole; again, trial-and-error resolved this problem. Our duck faced numerous obstacles but overcame them through persistence, resulting in a functional and unique final product.