A toe tickling in-shoe navigation system for visually impaired people
Honda-backed startup Ashirase has created a GPS navigation that uses a series of haptic ‘tickles’ to help guide users as […]
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Healthcare design
When talking about Health design, we refer to the function that design has in improving the quality of life and health of people, both in a preventive and curative form. Products, but also spaces conceived and designed for patients and medical staff.
The rise of Femtech and gadgets tackling periods, fertility, and pregnancy
Digital hacks for switching off period pain and mobile apps designed to increase an individual’s chances of getting pregnant are […]
How does tuft + paw use a cat behaviorist to create their cat products?
These are highly-trained professionals – cat behaviorists – who typically work with cat parents to address behavioral issues like anxiety […]
Six 3D-printed limbs advancing the future of prosthetic design
Prosthetic design is nothing new but in the last 20 years, artificial limbs have moved forward at an electric pace. […]
The OPlay turns monitoring asthma into a musical experience
Inspired by the form and function of musical instruments, the OPlay is an innovative solution for asthma medication and monitoring […]
The Water Magician 2.0 turns tap water into a natural sanitiser
This mini device combines water with oxygen to create an all-purpose and chemical-free sanitizing water. A nifty little gadget that […]
The Hiccaway straw is a cure for hiccups inspired by a McFlurry spoon
A neurosurgeon has spent years developing a science-backed solution called the HiccAway, a straw-like device that distracts parts of the […]
Switch off period pain with the WIM heating pad
Tackling these issues head-on, WIM heating pad is a smart wearable that stimulates nerves to block period pain at the […]
Want your own air purifying cloud? Airtomo by Kevin Chiam is here to help
Designed by Kevin Chiam for users on the go, Airtomo is a 3D printed wearable device using biomimicry to purify […]
10 sex toy designs that go from pure functionality to beautiful aesthetics
As self-care is encouraged all year round, we’ve curated a selection of 10 sex toy designs to put you in […]
Design for mental health – 8 anxiety relief products to help cure anxiety
In honour of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are taking a look at the different ways in which design can […]
Seven exoskeletons bringing the world closer to superhuman powers
The idea that we might one day be able to put on high-tech armour that gives us super strength doesn’t […]
