About the Client: OWLHAUS

Danne approached us with a concept but without a detailed design or an internal mechanism for execution. The client identified a market need—an automatic Tibetan Singing Bowl that could strike itself at intervals. The idea was to create a device with a Singing Bowl, a mallet, and a smart control system to manage striking intervals, either at fixed times or randomly.

Features of the Automatic Tibetan Singing Bowl

• Real Tibetan Singing Bowl and Mallet – Produces an authentic sound that closely mimics manual striking.
• Striking Mallet Swing Mechanism – Designed to simulate human hand movement.
• Randomized or Fixed Striking Intervals – Prevents predictability and enhances meditative experiences.
• Quiet Motor – Ensures minimal operational noise to avoid distractions.
• User-Controlled Settings – Allows customization for different meditation practices.

Development Process

Phase 1: Consultation

The client had a clear vision of the problem but required guidance on implementation. Our team worked closely with Owlhaus to define the product’s key functionalities, aesthetics, and feasibility.

• Initial Production Goal: 80 units
• Development Hours: 150 hours

Phase 2: Prototyping

Our engineers developed a prototype that included:

• A striking mechanism that mimics human movement.
• A smart control system for timing settings.
• A structure to house the electronics and maintain durability.

Phase 3: Testing & Problem Solving

During testing, we encountered three major challenges:

1. Motor Noise:
   • Issue: The motor’s operational sound interfered with the bowl’s resonance.
   • Solution: Implemented a weak but quiet motor that gradually pulls back a spring-attached striker. When released, the striker hits the bowl with enough force while keeping the motor noise minimal. We also adjusted the voltage for the motor to ensure optimum vibration, strength and speed.

2. Aesthetic Requirements:
   • Issue: The client decided to use a full wooden case instead of plastic to align with customer preferences for a natural look.
   • Solution: We sourced affordable, high-quality wood and refined the design to ensure a polished, elegant finish.

3. Mallet Movement:
   • Issue: The mallet needed to move freely to replicate a natural hand-striking motion.
   • Solution: Designed a loose-hanging mallet that swings like a whip to achieve a realistic striking effect.

Phase 4: Production

After finalizing the design, we moved into production, assembling 80 units. Each unit was crafted using a combination of sourced Tibetan bowls from Nepal and locally manufactured casings and electronics.

Market Reception & Future Improvements

The first batch of the Automatic Tibetan Singing Bowl was well-received by customers, particularly meditation practitioners. Positive feedback highlighted the product’s natural sound quality, quiet motor, and aesthetically pleasing design. Based on user insights, we plan to refine the product further and expand production to meet growing demand.

Review from the OWLHAUS:

“We found PrototyperLab through a recommendation from another brand, and to be honest, we weren’t sure what to expect. We shared one of our new product ideas and its use case, and within a few days, they had a physical plastic prototype ready. I was seriously impressed! The pricing is super reasonable, which means we can test out even more product idea, especially those with electronics or automation. It’s a huge time-saver for us, letting our team focus more on launching and marketing instead of getting stuck in long development cycles.”

Danne, US – OWLHAUS

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