Theia is a product for firefighters that prevents burning embers from escalating after a fire. It locates hot spots that are unseen or concealed behind obstacles and extinguishes them. Theia leaves no water damage and firefighters can safely depart a fire scene with a sense of relief and security.
Contact: Nick Ross:
nick_a_ross@hotmail.com
Credit: Nick Ross of Umeå Institute of Design (Sweden) for Umeå Fire Station
(Sweden)
The Quick socket is a ratcheting tool that has multiple sockets in the handle, making it harder to those them. It keeps the sockets available when needed. Plus, it is narrower then most so it can reach into narrow openings.
Contact: William Durham:
durhawr@auburn.edu
Credit: William Durham of Auburn University
Clip is a reinterpretation of the traditional clothespin. Designed to be mounted to your wall, it brings the basic function of the clothespin to a new dimension, functioning as a hook, hanger and home organizer.
Contact: Rinat Aruh:
rinat@aruliden.com
Credit: Johan Liden, IDSA, Olivier Gregoire and Susan Chen of Aruliden for Areaware
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Halcyon is a utility trailer designed to minimize the risk of cancer among firefighters by preventing the intake, contamination and spread of carcinogenic particles after attending an accident or fire scene. It is a resting, cleaning and storage facility for the firefighters and their equipment that removes at least 99.97 percent of airborne particles and kills 99.9 percent of bacteria.
Contact: John Ju Seok Lee:
jsldesign82@gmail.com
Credit: John Ju Seok Lee of Umeå Institute of Design (Sweden) for Umeå Fire Station (Sweden)
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The Whip is a new interpretation of a snowboard. First-time riders will instantly notice the natural riding stance inspired by Leonardo de Vinci’s Vitruvian man, which makes the board become one with the rider. For people new to snowboarding, The Whip makes it easy to learn and enjoy the sport. Experienced snowboarders will find that they can go faster, turn quicker, jump higher and land more softly.
Contact: An Hao Adams Lin:
spiderwhip@gmail.com
Credit: A. H. Adams Lin of Cheetah Ultra Sports
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Buzzy is a reusable pain relief system to reduce needle pain and needle phobia during injections. It creates strong vibration and temperature sensations that block the body’s ability to feel the sharp pain associated with needles. Besides its ease of use, the device has a friendly form that soothes rather than scares children.
Contact: Robert Henshaw:
info@formationdesign.com
Credit: Russell Kroll, Phil Palermo, Suzuko Hisata and Mark Kruse of Formation Design Group for MMJ Labs Inc.
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The Laptop Adapter rethinks the idea of a computer case. Because your laptop is only as good as it’s battery life, leaving home without the charger may be bulky but is necessary. With the Laptop Adapter, when not in use the adapter becomes a handle and the cords become straps, turning your laptop into its own case.
Contact: Junk Uk Park:
pjochun@naver.com
Credit: Jung Uk Park and Kyuwon Kim of Seoul National University of Technology (South Korea)
The SmartMeasure combines a digital scale and a measuring cup. A load cell inserted into the bottom of a standard measuring cup measures both the weight and volume of an ingredient and displays the information on an LED display hidden under the handle’s silicone insert. It is pre-programmed with the properties of the most commonly used ingredients.
Contact: J. Ryan Eder:
reder@prioritydesigns.com
Credit: J. Ryan Eder, IDSA and Chris Daniels, IDSA of Priority Designs
The exterior styling of the BMW X1 includes the quintessential double-round headlights, kidney-shaped grilles, and a striking rear design with L-shaped taillights. Its prominent arching side character line creates a dynamic and agile momentum. The interior’s focus on functionality and modernity underlines the car’s youthful appeal, making it the perfect companion for an active lifestyle.
Contact: Ricarda Worbs:
Ricarda.Worbs@bmw.de
Credit: BMW Group Design (Germany)
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OBaby addresses the special needs of disabled parents—particularly those who need a walking aid. These parents often forgo their walking aids and rely on the stroller for support instead. OBaby stroller safely supports these adults without inhibiting maneuverability over curbs by redistributing the person’s weight over the central wheelbase and using a rotating gang on the front wheels.
Contact: Kaitlyn Benoit:
kbenoit@alumni.nd.edu
Credit: Kaitlyn Benoit, IDSA of University of Notre Dame
Bayer’s Contour USB Blood Glucose Monitor plugs directly into a computer, providing diabetes patients and their doctors with instant access to blood sugar data to optimize diabetes management. The meter is designed for single-patient home use, while the blood glucose trend information available can be emailed, printed or saved as a PDF for easy sharing with healthcare professionals.
This rechargeable LED lantern is powered by the sun. It uses the world’s highest efficiency HIT solar panel and saves the harvested energy in the built-in nickel-metal hydride battery. It is easily carried and hung or fixed in various places. Its construction is such that multiple units can be stacked or connected side-by-side to offer even more light.
Credit: Takuo Nomi of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (Japan)