John Hong
Stanford, CA


I am a product designer who operates at the junction of software and hardware. From machine interfaces to mobile/web platforms, I design experiences through a lens that places people at the heart of innovation.

With a MS in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford, specializing in physical product design and manufacturing, and a BS in Product Design from Stanford, I blend technical expertise with a deep foundation in human-centered design to create meaningful, impactful solutions.

Professional Work

Projects
· Hardware
· Software

About Me
Skateboard Truck

Machining
October — December 2021
Stanford, CA
Breaking away from conventional casting for skateboard trucks, I set out on a personal challenge to craft one entirely through machining. I meticulously created each component of this skateboard truck. This endeavor not only brought this aesthetically stunning piece to life but also allowed me to relish the exhilarating experience of riding it. I used Fusion360 (CAD), mill, lathe, steel, and aluminum for design and manufacturing.

This project was part of a course called ME103 (Design and Making), in which I taught myself Fusion360 and learned about the different manufacturing processes available at the Product Realization Lab (PRL) at Stanford. The latter 5 weeks of this course was dedicated to bringing this project to life from ideation to manufacturing and post-processing.

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