Innovative Baby Car Seat Design Wins Silver A' Award

Q R943: A Fusion of Safety and Portability for Growing Children

Introducing the Q R943 baby car seat by Ningbo Baby First Baby Products Co., Ltd., a revolutionary design that combines lightweight portability with dynamic adaptability, recently honored with the prestigious Silver A' Design Award.

Derived from the natural elegance of a bird's wingspan, the Q R943 baby car seat is a testament to design that prioritizes both form and function. The seat's backrest flanks exhibit a unique dynamic stepless rotation, mimicking the protective gesture of a bird shielding its offspring. This innovation not only offers customizable comfort but also ensures the utmost safety for children between the ages of 3 and 12, accommodating their growth with ease.

Distinct from its counterparts, the Q R943 stands out with its featherlight weight of just 5.8kg (approximately 12.8lbs) and its ability to fold down to a compact size swiftly in two simple steps. This transformative design ensures that the car seat can be conveniently stored in a vehicle's boot or carried effortlessly, making it an ideal solution for families on the move. The seat's 11 adjustable headrest heights further enhance its versatility, ensuring a snug and secure fit for children as they grow.

The Q R943's production is rooted in advanced technology, featuring dual patented folding mechanisms and an integrated side protection system that incorporates TPE, slow rebound sponge, and EPP materials to bolster side impact protection. The seat's back pad and 4D silicone seat are crafted through high-frequency heat pressing, offering breathable and supportive comfort. Rigorous crash tests with dummies and CAE analysis substantiate the seat's robustness and its efficacy in minimizing potential injuries.

With dimensions of 440*465*665mm, the Q R943 is designed for practicality without compromising on safety. The design team, including Jiamin Huang, Haiyan Ren, Yaya Guo, Jian Chang, Hui Ye, and Chenyu Fang, has meticulously considered the challenges faced by parents and caregivers. Through extensive research, they identified the need for a more space-efficient, adaptable, and age-inclusive car seat solution, leading to the creation of the Q R943.

The Q R943's intuitive operation is a hallmark of its design. Its lightweight and handle design allow for one-handed lifting by an average female user. When not in use, the seat can be reduced to one-third of its original size for convenient storage. The seamless interaction between the dynamic stepless rotation of the backrest flanks and the adjustable headrest heights ensures a perfect fit for children of various sizes and stages of growth.

Developed over the course of a year in Ningbo, the Q R943 was launched in October 2022 and has since redefined the standards of baby car seats. Its innovative approach to design has been recognized with the Silver A' Design Award, a testament to its exceptional quality and the positive impact it brings to families worldwide. The Q R943 is not just a car seat; it is a commitment to child safety, comfort, and the ease of modern parenting.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Ningbo Baby First Baby Products Co., Ltd
Image Credits: Ningbo Baby First Baby Products Co., Ltd
Project Team Members: Jiamin Huang Haiyan RenYaya Guo Jian Chang Hui Ye Chenyu Fang
Project Name: Babyfirst Q R943
Project Client: Ningbo Baby First Baby Products Co., Ltd.


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