Saturday, October 20, 2012

INNOVATION SPECIAL...PRODUCT DESIGN


INNOVATIONS IN DESIGN 

At the core of every product design, there is a task it is expected to perform. And the success of the product depends on how its design elements come together to respond to these tasks and the needs of the people who use it. Here are some products that are still in the conceptual stage, but have a real chance of seeing the light of day because of the sheer beauty and practicality of their design

Waldner:The Next-Gen Ping-Pong Table
This one is for all you aspiring table tennis pros. It is equipped with a multi-touch surface that responds to human touch and real world objects like ping-pong balls, and also has “Siri” voice recognition that monitors the game along with a Mac Pro 12-core computer. That means the table is very intelligent; it sees, feels and hears the game. You can even discuss a ball with it to improve your table tennis skills or argue about a point.

The Donut Bike: Roll Up Your Wheels
Unlike existing folding bicycle designs that fold into a triangular shape, the Donut bike folds into a super-compact circle that leaves no component exposed. From the handlebars to the pedals, everything is safely tucked away, making it incredibly easy to tote around and store this one.

The EcoCharge: Cooking Boosts Your Energy
This is a portable and green solution for giving your devices a quick boost by recycling heat energy. Using thermoelectric generator modules, the unit converts heat generated from cookware, home-heaters or any other source into usable electricity. A flexible magnetic face attaches to any metal surface so the device can be used almost anywhere It also monitors the conduction efficiency of different surfaces.

Leaning Rocker: Burden Off Your Back
Ever find yourself in a busy waiting area but all the chairs are taken? At the airport, doctor’s clinic, the list goes on… Here’s a product that seeks to provide a little relief when all you can do is lean back and wait. With a backrest made of laminated wood and a steel frame, the Leaning Rocker can be mounted on any wall.

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