The PIEZOLIGHT Light Sources Body Energy Created During Physical Activity
M — March 2, 2016 — Art & Design
References: designspiration.net & yankodesign
The PIEZOLIGHT is a headlamp that is worn across the chest that is designed to provide light using body energy. The lamp works by utilizing piezo elements inside the wearer's shoes to power the lamp and provide an illuminated path for late night runners and bikers.
There is a helpful added gamified element to using the PIEZOLIGHT since the wearer has to keep moving in order for the light to have access to enough energy to shine. As wearer's keep running or biking, the piezo elements found in the soles of the user's sneakers power the battery located inside the headlamp and cause it to glow. The lamp secures comfortably around the wearer's chest leaving their limbs free to keep moving. The lamp conveniently never needs a battery replacement since it runs off of body energy.
There is a helpful added gamified element to using the PIEZOLIGHT since the wearer has to keep moving in order for the light to have access to enough energy to shine. As wearer's keep running or biking, the piezo elements found in the soles of the user's sneakers power the battery located inside the headlamp and cause it to glow. The lamp secures comfortably around the wearer's chest leaving their limbs free to keep moving. The lamp conveniently never needs a battery replacement since it runs off of body energy.
Trend Themes
1. Body-powered Wearables - Opportunity to introduce more wearable devices into the market that can be powered by the user's physical energy.
2. Gamified Fitness Accessories - Opportunity to create more fitness accessories that incorporate a gamified element to encourage consistent exercise.
3. Sustainable Lighting Solutions - Opportunity to develop lighting solutions that are sustainable and do not rely on disposable batteries.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness Equipment - Fitness equipment companies can explore the development of gamified accessories that utilize body energy to power them.
2. Wearable Technology - Wearable technology companies can introduce more efficient body-powered wearables that do not require batteries.
3. Sustainable Energy - Sustainable energy companies can develop lighting solutions that harness human energy to reduce our reliance on non-renewable sources.
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