It’s a crazy world out there. One minute you have to worry about a life-threatening hurricane or a killer tsunami, the next it’s a deadly virus you could get while taking the subway or shaking hands with a colleague.
Thankfully, life-saving innovations (for you and your pet) are profuse and plenty as this cluster shows. From pant suits that ward off Swine flu to intelligent fire extinguishers, here are 56 life-saving innovations you might want to keep in mind!
56 Life-Saving Innovations
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Superfluous Virus Prevention
Macabre Surgical Masks to Fend Off H1N1, aka Swine Flu
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Accident-Avoiding Autos
The 2010 Volvo S60 Brakes on Detection of Pedestrians
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Life-Saving Adverboats
Aircel Billboard Saves People From Monsoon Floods in Mumbai
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Life-Saving Biker Jacket
Impact Jackets
52
Chic Emergency Gear
Wearable Shelter Turns From Clothes to Tents in Seconds
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Ambulances of the Future
Emergency Vehicles Could Soon Include Ejector Seats
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Doggie Disaster Duds
The Pet Emergency Evacuation Jacket Might Save Your Life
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Disaster Survival Suits
'SurvivaBall' is a (Satirical) Solution to Global Warming Fears
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Emergency Viag-Rings (UPDATE)
47
So Cal Emergency Elitism
Private Firefighters Save Homes of Rich
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Emergency Crews Add Oxygen Masks for Pets
45
Paracord Jewelry
Survival Straps' Backwoods Bling Unravels for 20' Emergency Cord
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Emergency Floating Abodes
A Gravity-Defying House from the Brad Pitt Make It Right NOLA Foundation
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Life-Saving Skirts
Evacuation Skirt Inflates into a Kayak
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Life-Saving Robots
Robocue Comes to the Rescue Where Humans Hesitate to Go
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Expandable Shelters
Foldable Shippable Emergency Shelter by Can Koseoglu Design
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Flu-Fighting Menswear
The H1N1 Suit Protects Wearers from the Swine Flu Virus
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Personalized Emergency Shelters
Disaster Preparedness Gets Chic With Kelvin Yong's Metaplate
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Home Medicine Machines
Watinee Leewongjaroen's Memo Saves Seniors
37
Urban Survival Kits
Subivor for Subway Emergencies
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Hardcore Emergency Gadgets
The FlareSafe Keeps You and Your Things Safe
35
Smoke Jumper Shelters
The Bushbunker Provides Safe Spaces for First Responders
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Mobile Emergency Chargers
This Charger Gives Your Gadgets Energy On the Go
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Flatpack Uber Shelters
Multi-Floor Emergency Shelter
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Emergency Couture For Dogs
Earthquake Rescue Apparel
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Portable Battery Charges Cell Phones
eGO Emergency Battery
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Emergency Light Sabers
Star Wars Bus Stop Ad Prepares You for the Sith
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Life-Saving Clothes
Blackhawk! Warrior Wear
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H1N1-Thwarting Suckers
Swine Flu Prevention Lollipops Help the Medicine Go Down
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Pocket Bodyguards
The BodyGard 5-in-1 Emergency Tool Fits on Your Keychain
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Urine-Powered Batteries
Aqua Power Survival Batteries
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Heat-Sensing Aircraft
USFS' Unmanned 'Ikhana' Fire Scouting Planes On Standby
24
In-Dash Pedestrian Detection
FLIR Demos Heat-Sensing BMW (CES 2009)
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Nuclear Attack Packs
The Dirty Bomb Emergency Kit is a False Sense of Convenient Security
22
Guide Dog GPS
Peepo Device is a Safe Way to Expand Travel for the Blind
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Self-Inflating Rescue Case
Nebulus Emergency Flotation Device
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Outlandish Emergency Food Kits
275 Vegetarian Meals for $75
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$6 Survival Gadgets
The Heatsheets Blanket
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Life Saving Gaming
CPR Certification Taught by the Wii
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Twitter 911
Neighborhood Tweet-Watch Allows Instant Emergency Responses
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Emergency Hand Crank Radio Phone Flashlight Siren
Eton Voice Link Radio
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Stylish Fire Safety Tools
Lansforsakringar Fire Extinguishers Encourage Home Owner Security
14
Life-Saving Water Bottles
The Ocean Rescue Provides Emergency Support While Lost at Sea
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Futuristic Ambulances
The Land and Water CarNurse Allows for Quick Rescues in Coastal Areas
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Bedside Emergency Lighting
From Desk Lamp to Flashlight
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Life-Saving Phones
Mobile Alerts
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Musical Emergency Equipment
SM010A MP4 Player Saves Lives and Plays Songs
9
Potable Pee
Leonardo Manavella's ‘Agua H20' Converts Urine Into Drinking Water
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Emergency Blanket Bags
Silver Space Totes
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Pet Ambulances
PetMedics Provides Mobile Emergency Service For Furry Loved Ones
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Fashionable Fire Extinguishers
Fire Design Makes Pretty Flame Protection
5
Sardine Can Survival Kit
25 Tin-Packed Items to Save Your Life
4
Emergency Subway Lights
The Detachable Handle Light Makes for a Safer and Calmer Train Evacuation
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Pocket-Sized Lifesavers
Tool Logic Survival Card Makes for Light-Weight Protection
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Intelligent Fire Extinguishers
The FINE Detects & Puts Out Fire When No One is Home
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Airbag Armor for Autos
Survival Consultants International Protects Against IEDs & Bombs
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Holographic Pet Accessories
The Wild One Introduces Its First-Ever Holographic Print
AI Canine Health Collars
The Conceptual Cotons AI LifeTrack Collar by YeongKyu Yoo is Advanced
Human-Quality Dog Beds
Hooman Debuted a First-of-Its-Kind Collection of Pet Beds
Playful Pet Accident Campaigns
IKEA Unveils the Don't Worry, You Can Afford It Campaign
Smart Walking Canes
The CAN Go Smart Cane Enhances Senior Safety with Artificial Intelligence
Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers
The Samsung Shortcut Sneaker Can Perform Five On-Device Actions
Modern Slow Dog Feeders
The Wild One Slow Feeder is Practical and Aesthetically Pleasing
Smart Aid Kits
Smart Aid Kit Uses Artificial Intelligence to Support Health
Smell-Based Disease Detectors
The 'DiagNoze' Uses Breath Analysis to Determine Diseases
Smart Home Grooming Tools
The GULIGULI Shark is a Reliable Solution for Pet Grooming and Cleanup
Quilted Leather Novelty Diapers
Liquid Death Unveils the Pit Diaper to Wear During Concerts
Spring-Inspired Pet Collections
Diggs Launches a Series of Spring-Inspired Pet Items
Anti-Theft Phone Cases
JOAN London Created an "Unsnatchable" Phone Case to Deter Thieves
Safety-Focused Pet Travel Carriers
The Tavo Maeve™ Pet Protection System Keeps Furry Friends Safer
Emergency Shelter Robot Companions
The 'POWER HUG' Robot Concept Offers Warmth and Comfort
Noise-Canceling Pet Headphones
PAWNIX is Your Dog's New Best Friend for Reducing Anxiety
Beer-Proof Ponchos
Heineken's Pint-cho Protects Sports Fans from Spilled Beer
Impairment-Aiding Navigation Apps
The Commute Booster App is Made to Help the Visually Impaired
Toothpaste Refill Pouches
Life Supplies' Oral Care Set Brightens Smiles & Reduces Plastic Waste
Influencer-Inspired Ads
Tomcat's Ad Shows an Influencer Mouse with a Fatal Unboxing Twist
Utilitarian Emergency Kits
Stash One in Your Vehicle, Boat, or Backpack
Senior Pet-Friendly Walking Aids
The Steady Walking Aid is Meant to Assist Elderly Pets
Health-Monitoring Pet Houses
The Hommew Pet House Has an Eight-in-One Design
Vehicle-Ready First Aid Kits
REDI The Roadie First Aid Kit Has 113 Items
AI-Powered Cat Doors
Flappie Previews a New AI-Powered Cat Door for Detecting Prey at CES 2024
Minimalist Pet Accessory Collections
The NEIGHBORHOOD Dog Series is Stylishly Utilitarian
One-Piece Adult Outerwear
The New 'Puffer Chubbsie' is Making Winter Fashion More Interesting
Whisky-Filled Stockings
Fireball's Slappable Whisky Stocking Helps to Alleviate Holiday Stress
Durable Anti-Insect Clothing Lines
Craghoppers' Nosi Life Collection Boasts Anti-Insect Clothing
Pet Safety Collars
DOG iD Debuts Two New Products Designed to Enhance Pet Safety and Durability
Durable Canine Soccer Balls
This Dog-Friendly Ball Can Withstand Puppy-Bite Punctures
Pet Owner Laundry Machines
These Samsung Smart Laundry Solutions Remove Pet Hair
Pet-Matching Trench Coats
Greenies & Christian Siriano Made HOUNDSTOOTHLESS for Pet Parents & Pups
Multi-Cat Smart Fountains
The Dockstream RFID Smart Fountain Tracks Individual Pet Behaviors
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Gentle Pet Grooming Products
Floof Relies on Science and Gentle, Natural Ingredients
Conjoined Holiday Sweaters
The Suavitel Cuddle Crewneck Has Space for Pet Parents and Pets
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Multipurpose Misting Fans
The Shark FlexBreeze Fan Offers Cooling Relief
Sickness Survival Kits
The Halls Man Cold Relief Kit Helps Sufferers Get Through Cold & Flu Season
Multi-Functional Hair Styling Tools
The Shark FlexStyle® Styling & Drying System is Useful
Compact Washer-Dryer Robots
Eureka's All-in-One Household Solution Features a Robot Vacuum
Pocket-Sized Nasal Inhalers
Snufff's Portable Design Supports Health and Well-Being on Demand
Vacuum-Sealed Automatic Pet Feeders
The Petlibro SPACE Keeps Pet Food Fresher for Longer
AI-Powered Litter Boxes
PUROBOT ULTRA Supports Next-Gen Pet Welfare Monitoring
Clip-Style Clothing Care Devices
The Conceptual 'Steamur' by Shelly Tsai is Multifunctional
Self-Cleaning Canine Vacuums
The Tineco PURE ONE Station FurFree Revolutionizes Home Cleaning
Safety-Precaution Wearable Airbags
Suzhou Yidaibao Designs the YDB Airbag Belt to Aid Falls
Footlong Snack Bags
Subway Created Sidekick Safes to Securely Store Its Footlong Snacks
Pumpless Pet Fountains
PetSafe's Outlast Pet Fountain Features Patented HydroSpin Technology
Automatic Cat Litter Boxes
The LALAHOME Real Scooper is Self-Refilling
Beer-Cooled Summer Jackets
Tiger Beer is Introducing the Beer-Infused 'Tiger Summer Puffer'
Sustainable Portable Cat Shelters
The Batsy Cat Shelter by Burcu Nehir Tüm Offers Comfort
Water-Powered Pet Cooling Mats
The Lucky Tom Pet Cooling Water Mat Offers 24-Hours of Cooling
Dog-Friendly Board Games
The Dog’s Best Friend Game Incorporates Enrichment and Training
Dog-Friendly Holiday Kits
The Beggin' Pawliday Cheer Kit Invites Pets to Join the Holiday Cheer
Agile Pet Owner Vacuums
The Shark UltraLight PetPro Easily Tackles Pet Hair Anywhere
Innovative Pet Vacuums
LG's 'CordZero™ All-in-One Tower™' Tackles Pet Hair and Debris On the Go
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Style-Conscious Anti-Insect Systems
The Conceptual Mosqo Bug Zapper is Connected
GPS Pet Trackers
Petcube GPS Tracker Keeps Pets Safe with a Host of Features
AI-Powered Dog Collars
The PetPace Health 2.0 Intelligently Tracks Canine Health
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
At-Home Pet Grooming Appliances
The Groopet Grooming Kit Has an 11-in-One Design
Sensitive Skin Diaper Innovations
Huggies® Launches the Skin Essentials™ Diaper
Pet-Inspired Hotel Services
Hotel X Has Expanded Its VIP (Very Important Pet) Program
Soothing Pet Grooming Products
Cleo&Hooman Launched a New Line, Spotlighting Zoomie Wipes
Smart Health-Monitoring Dog Collars
The Minitailz Dog Collar Reports Vitals and Tracks Location
Prey-Detecting Smart Cat Doors
The Pawly Door Ai Cat Door That Detects Prey and Finds Missing Cats
Redesigned Insect Repellent Packagings
Murphy's Naturals has Undergone a Brand Refresh
Health-Supporting Female Plumbers
INTIMINA and Stopcocks Teamed Up for World Continence Week
Roulette-Style Jellybean Treats
Jelly Belly BeanBoozled 7th Edition Has Weird and Wild Flavors
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Premium Pet Care Capsules
PurrryPetLove.com Unveils an Expansive Collection of Pet Products
Intelligent Bathroom Bathing Systems
The LG Smart Bath and Shower Purifier Refreshes Bathers
AI-Assisted Vet Tools
Claude by Modern Animal Streamlines Veterinary Practitioners' Tasks
Refrigerated Wet Food Feeders
Petlibro's Polar Wet Food Feeder Maintains Optimal Freshness
Life-Saving Vending Machines
Minneapolis Now Offers Vending Machines Stocked with Narcan
Science-Backed Odor Removers
Fresh Wave Launched a Line for Pets, Fresh Wave Pet
Collapsible Canine Stretchers
The Conceptual 'REVZ' Foldable Pet Stretcher Supports Rescues
Modern Pet Water Fountains
PAWaii Creates the Adorable Wireless Pet Water Fountain
Miniature Tile Bluetooth Trackers
Life360 Introduces the Comprehensive Dynamic Tile Bluetooth
Rodent-Preventative Trash Bins
Group Project Designs a New BetterBin for New York City
Sensitivity-Focused Dog Lines
Cleo&Hooman Crafts Clean and Allergy-Conscious Pet Products
Cheeky Pet Insurance Campaigns
OnePack Plan by PetPartners is Hiring Pets for Various Positions
Stylish Slow Feeders
Dogged’s Slow Feeders are Practical, Modern, and Health-Focused
Bug-Repelling Charm Collections
Natpat's Latest Launch Introduces a New Line of Accessories
Pet-Specific Handheld Vacuums
The BLACK+DECKER Furbuster Vacuum Has Rubber Bristles and More
Quickly Accessible Health Information
YouTube's Announced First Aid Information Shelves
Animal-Inspired Daily Affirmations
Pocket of Love Offers Daily Affirmations from Cute Companions
Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags
Sprayground Introduces Functional Bag Options for the Holidays
Digital Canine Caretakers
PupFi Integrates Activity Tracking, Routine Management, and More
Lifesaving Swimming Vests
The 'SwimVest' Inflates Quickly to Aid Swimmers In Distress
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
RFID-Enhanced Pet Feeders
PETLIBRO's One RFID Pet Feeder Personalizes Pet Meals
All-in-One Pet Care Apps
Dotsy Offers Tracking and Recording for Pet Owners
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Revolutionary Swimming Flotation Devices
Swim Fit Board Addresses Common Challenges
Health-Focused Pet Lines
Petivity Smart Pet Care Places Emphasis on Pet Health This Holiday Season
Hygienic Hippo Campaigns
In Confessions of Moo Deng, a Viral Baby Hippo Teaches Handwashing
Festive Pet Streaming Services
PetSmart's Home for the Pawlidays Keeps Dogs and Cats Entertained
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Sandwich-Inspired Water Slides
Subway Transformed Footlong Dippers Into 95-Foot-Long Dip 'N Slides
Lost Pet Locators
Puppy Platoon Helps You Find Lost Pets Fast with Posters and Hyperlocal Ads
Portable Pet Shelter Backpacks
The Travel Habitat Carrier is Designed with Multiple Functions
Green Pet Refresh Capsules
Henry Wag Unveils a New Eco-Conscious Pet Care Collection
Illness-Centric Public Education Campaigns
HHS is Launching the 'Risk Less. Do More' Campaign
Portable Toothbrush sanitizers
Biu Biu Designs the Clea Toothbrush Sanitizer for Traveling
Self-Sanitizing Toothbrushes
The Ultim8 SmartBrush System Corrects Three Major Toothbrush Flaws
Non-Slip Dog Socks
DOK's Tigertoes Non-Slip Socks are Helping Dogs Regain Mobility
All-Natural Flu Care
Biovanta and LevelUp MD Join Forces for One-Stop Cold and Flu Care
NFC-Activated Bathroom Sprays
Pourri and Supercell Debuted a Pocket Sprayer with Tap Technology
Disaster Safety Home Appliances
Schaffengott's TRITONA Series is Debuting at CES 2024
Folding Travel Toothbrush Concepts
Uladzislau Patapchyk Designs the IO Travel Toothbrush Concept
Pet Wellness Expansions
Under the Weather Pet Launches a New Lineup of Products for Unwell Pets
Pet Travel Concierge Services
GlobalVetLink Simplifies International Travel for Pet Owners
Indian Baby Care Debuts
Lifelong Online is a New Indian Baby Care Brand for Young Parents
Engaging Pet-Stimulating Mats
LuvMyFido Debuts on the Pet Care Market with Stimulating Sniff Mats
Resilience-Focused Children's Books
Savvy Suzanna Inspires Young Entrepreneurs with Creativity
Winter Alcohol-Safety Initiatives
Malibu's Initiative Emphasizes Winter Water Safety
Pet Product Takeback Services
PetSmart Unveils the New Sustainable Pet Product Takeback Programs
Pet Nutrition Lineups
Wellness Pet Company Debuts Wellness® CORE+™ and its New Dental Products
Feline Disease-Focused Partnerships
Morris Animal Foundation & EveryCat Health Foundation Partner
Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas
'Weatherman X Puppies & Golf' Collaborate to Support a Cause
Microbiome-Friendly Paw Protectors
WagWell's Paw Balm is the First to Be Certified by MyMicrobiome
Billboard-Transformed Tent Shelters
Wunderman Thompson Morocco Creates the Life-Saving Outdoors
Automated Emergency Devices
Safe-living is a Swiss-Made Contactless Security System
Pet Health Managers
Pet App Helps Track Health, Reminders, and Activities for Your Pets
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Punch Cocktail Pouches
Jinx Drinkx's Patent-Pending Packaging Supports Hygiene & Drink Safety
Festive Dog Toys
These Toys Will Bring Holiday Cheer To Your Canine Companion
Pet Tick Repelling Stickers
Natpat Launched Tick Repellent Stickers for Pets
Room-Purifying Air Cleaners
Clorox Introduces an Advanced Air Purifier with Cutting-Edge Features
Canine Sniffing Workshops
Sniff 'n' Seek Has Opened in New York City
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Wedding Day Emergency Kits
The Stylish Bride Aims to Alleviate Wedding Day Anxieties with This Kit
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Modern Pet Tagging
PuppySignal Uses a QR Tag System to Locate Lost Pets Quickly
Free Pet Parent Services
PETconnect by IAMS Puts Pet Owners and Pet Experts in Touch