Credit: Harvard GazetteStroke stands as a major contributor to long-term disability on a global scale. Annually, over 15 million individuals worldwide suffer strokes, with three-quarters of survivors encountering arm and hand impairments, weakness, or paralysis.Post-stroke, many rely predominantly on their stronger arm for everyday activities, even when their weaker arm could regain function. This...
Credit: EVGENY ARININ.The traditional traffic light, a century-old design, is an iconic symbol for controlling road traffic. However, the evolving transportation landscape, including autonomous vehicles, demands an innovative approach to traffic signage.Russian industrial designer Evgeny Arinin has presented a concept that challenges conventional traffic signals by combining information from multiple signs into one intuitive signal....
rksdesign.com2023 Industrial Design Trends to Watch. In the fast-moving 21st century, industrial design is constantly evolving with advancements in materials, technology, and sustainability. Therefore, this blog post explores the latest and most impactful trends, covering functionality, aesthetics, eco-friendliness, and production techniques.One prominent trend is the emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly designs, where companies prioritize...
Concept of the wing sails installed on a bulk carrier. Credit: SGSA new initiative is underway with support from the Scottish Government and industry leaders like Lloyd's Register to study and develop modern wing sail technology able to be retrofitted to in-service merchant ships. The three-year project aims to demonstrate on a commercial ship...
Comes in Moon Black or Mars Red. Credit: Yanko Design.Volcanoes are among the most unstoppable forces on the Earth. Yet, they can also originate something that shows the calming power of nature.The less intimidating term for "Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response," ASMR has become such a trend that people have taken it to excessive levels...
Burger King and Seymourpowell lately worked together to bring the fire grill to the facility of the dining experience for their consumers. Distinct from the Burger King brand name, not all consumers realize that the hamburgers are flame-grilled.Postured with this obstacle, Seymourpowell has developed a theatrical piece of equipment, the latest fire grill, a...
Yves Béhar has developed a 'smart' electric scooter for Unagi, a firm redefining urban, local travel with its best-of-breed mobile electric scooters. The design sets a new standard for transportability, power, and convenience, pushing the boundaries of the scooter typology. It flaunts developments in material science, mechanical engineering, and also technology.Free from any visible...
