Benjamin Carr Makes a Futuristic and Personalizable Walker
Jessica Marcel — December 20, 2009 — Life-Stages
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German designer Benjamin Carr took on the challenge of redesigning the walker. Carr’s objectives, according to his portfolio, were to design something that would help to get rid of the stigma associated with disability. Walkers used to be cumbersome and unattractive, but Benjamin Carr’s is futuristic and comes in a variety of colors.
The design is too high tech to go into too all the details here. For more on Benjamin Carr’s new walking aid, check out his site.
The design is too high tech to go into too all the details here. For more on Benjamin Carr’s new walking aid, check out his site.
Trend Themes
1. Futuristic Disability Aids - Opportunity to develop high-tech walking aids that eliminate the stigma associated with disability.
2. Personalizable Assistive Devices - Potential to create customizable walkers that allow individuals with disabilities to express their personal style.
3. Disruptive Innovation in Mobility Solutions - Opportunity to revolutionize the design and functionality of mobility aids for people with disabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Devices - Innovations in disability aids can create new market opportunities within the medical device industry.
2. Fashion and Accessories - Integration of personalized style in assistive devices presents an opportunity for the fashion and accessories industry.
3. Assistive Technology - Advancements in high-tech walking aids contribute to the growth and development of the assistive technology industry.
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