DePaul’s UXD Capstone students were tasked with three design challenges by Caterpillar to complete over the course of 20 weeks. Our group decided to tackle the payload system redesign: how to make payload information easier to understand while fitting it into a smaller area of the machine’s display.
UX Capstone Project
Winter / Spring 2026
Caterpillar x DePaul UXD Capstone
DePaul’s UXD Capstone students were tasked with three design challenges by Caterpillar to complete over the course of 20 weeks. Our group decided to tackle the payload system redesign: how to make payload information easier to understand while fitting it into a smaller area of the machine’s display.
Problem Framing
The challenge was to display the payload data directly from the machine to the operator in the cab, maintaining clarity, speed, and operator trust while fitting into a smaller, more integrated display.
