Sydney's vision was to develop a dual-use product that combined a stun gun's functionality with pepper spray's convenience. "What I wanted was kind of a dual-use product," she explains. "There wasn't really something that functioned the way I wanted it to."
However, she soon discovered that creating such a product required careful consideration of safety and effectiveness. With unwavering determination, Sydney embarked on a research, design, and development journey.
She began by meticulously designing the product, ensuring that it was intuitive and easy to carry. Drawing from her experiences and insights, Sydney crafted a design prioritizing accessibility and practicality.
"I wanted your hand to be able to go through it," she emphasizes.
Sydney faced numerous challenges along the way, from sourcing the right components to perfecting the design for manufacturing.
"It was complicated figuring out where all those components go inside this shape here that we created," she admits.
Through trial and error, Sydney honed her design, leveraging 3D modeling and working closely with professional engineers to bring The Stunner to life. "Eventually, after I knew what components I needed and kind of the size and shape of everything, I hired some professional engineers to help me finish it for manufacturing," she shares.
Today, Stunner Safety is a testament to Sydney's resilience and passion for empowering women. Her innovative self-defense products not only provide a practical solution for personal safety but also serve as a symbol of independence for women everywhere.
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