The Alcho-Lock Prevents Drinking and Riding on a Bike
Laura McQuarrie — August 4, 2015 — Autos
References: koowho & japantrends
Since drinking to excess has the ability to impair one's ability to operate any kind of vehicle, the Alcoho-Lock was developed to prevent drinking and riding.
The smart device by KOOWHO makes use of Bluetooth technology and syncs to an accompanying app. To use after drinking, the bike lock has a user breathe into the breathalyzer lock and wait for the assessment from the app. Even if a user is drunk beyond the point of being able to safely get home, the app will unlock the bike, but warns that a user should walk their bike home rather than ride it.
As an added precaution, the smart bike lock also has the ability to send an alert to a pre-registered person, so that they will be automatically notified if a biker has had a few too many drinks, making it easy to arrange a pickup for a drunken friend or loved one.
The smart device by KOOWHO makes use of Bluetooth technology and syncs to an accompanying app. To use after drinking, the bike lock has a user breathe into the breathalyzer lock and wait for the assessment from the app. Even if a user is drunk beyond the point of being able to safely get home, the app will unlock the bike, but warns that a user should walk their bike home rather than ride it.
As an added precaution, the smart bike lock also has the ability to send an alert to a pre-registered person, so that they will be automatically notified if a biker has had a few too many drinks, making it easy to arrange a pickup for a drunken friend or loved one.
Trend Themes
1. Bluetooth Breathalyzer Locks - Opportunity to create smart locks with breathalyzer technology that can be synced to a mobile app for various vehicle types.
2. Smart Alcohol Monitoring Devices - Potential for innovative devices that monitor alcohol levels to prevent impaired operation of vehicles and promote safety.
3. Alert Systems for Drunken Individuals - Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop alert systems that notify pre-registered contacts when someone is intoxicated and may require assistance.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Innovative solutions can be explored to integrate alcohol monitoring devices into car locks or ignition systems to prevent drunk driving.
2. Cycling - The development of alcohol breathalyzer locks for bikes can revolutionize safety measures in the cycling industry and promote responsible riding.
3. Security and Safety - Opportunity to create advanced alert systems and smart locks that address safety concerns related to alcohol intoxication and impaired operation of vehicles.
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