Doorknobs are usually quite dull or alternatively elaborately overdone. This Thermosensitive Handle designed by Cristiana Bernardino puts forth a way to make household hardware a little more interesting by jazzing up a minimalistic piece with a little vivid flair.
But these levers aren't as one dimensional as sporting a single predetermined pigment, for the chemical properties of the metal used would be altered during manufacturing to produce a heat-responsive effect as soon as the surface is touched. Depending on the temperature of the user's skin, the Thermosensitive Handle can take on a full spectrum of bright neon tints that differ according to the prior placement of the palm and fingers.
Implications - Apart from affording the standard door handle a more stimulating visual appearance, this technology could be used as an indicator of fire inside a building, as internal heat would cause it to flush red. The occupant would thus be warned against using such an exist to evacuate.
Technicolor Handgrips
This Thermosensitive Handle Changes Hue on Contact with the User's Skin
Trend Themes
1. Thermosensitive Hardware - Opportunity to incorporate heat-responsive technology into various household hardware to add visual interest and functionality.
2. Interactive Door Handles - Potential to create door handles that change color based on touch, providing a unique and engaging user experience.
3. Smart Indicator Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop temperature-sensitive indicators for various applications, such as fire detection.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Opportunity for home decor companies to incorporate thermosensitive technology into hardware products for enhanced aesthetics.
2. Building Safety - Potential for the development of thermosensitive door handles as fire indicators in buildings for improved safety measures.
3. Smart Materials - Disruptive innovation opportunity for smart materials manufacturers to create temperature-responsive components for various industries, including home decor and building safety.