Abstract:
Transporting plants, particularly delicate ones like cacti, poses a challenge in
minimizing damage during the shipping process. This research focuses on developing
plant packaging solutions that aim to reduce damage and enhance protection during
transportation. The study has two primary objectives: (1) To develop packaging
solutions that facilitate easier packing of cacti while ensuring enhanced protection,
including the pots and soil, during transportation. (2) To incorporate additional benefits
into cactus packaging, enhancing its functionality beyond basic protection, to cater to
the lifestyles of young people living in limited spaces. The research involves analyzing
existing packaging methods, developing a novel packaging system that offers enhanced
protection, and conducting testing and prototyping.
Furthermore, the study assesses the sustainability of packaging materials and
explores potential features that provide additional design values that resonate with
younger generations living in limited spaces. By achieving these objectives, this
research will contribute to more efficient and protective plant packaging for
transportation, addressing the challenges faced in minimizing damage during the
shipping process