The Folding Wheel by Vitamins is Perfect for Portability
Meghan Young — February 7, 2013 — Art & Design
References: vitaminsdesign & fastcodesign
The invention of a working Folding Wheel is impressive. Developed by Vitamins, a design firm based in London, England, it took years to perfect the design. Failed prototype after failed prototype forced them to think of the problem in a new way. Every time, it was the tire that exploded under weight and contortion. Thus, the Folding Wheel had to address the folding of the tire, not the wheel itself. The result is a solid tire rather than an inflated one that can endure the contortions of the Folding Wheel.
Perfect for both bicycles and wheelchairs, the Folding Wheel makes portability much more easy. Not to mention that people can tote an extra wheel around in case of emergencies. Interestingly, the bike version is near unattainable while the wheelchair model, produced by Maddak, will be available to the masses.
Perfect for both bicycles and wheelchairs, the Folding Wheel makes portability much more easy. Not to mention that people can tote an extra wheel around in case of emergencies. Interestingly, the bike version is near unattainable while the wheelchair model, produced by Maddak, will be available to the masses.
Trend Themes
1. Compact Bicycle Tires - The invention of a solid tire that can endure contortions offers opportunities for innovative compact bicycle designs.
2. Portability Solutions - The Folding Wheel's design revolutionizes portability in both bicycles and wheelchairs, creating opportunities for disruptive innovations in various industries.
3. Designing for Emergencies - The ability to tote an extra wheel around in case of emergencies opens up possibilities for designing innovative emergency solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - The invention of compact, solid tires presents opportunities for disruptive innovations in the bicycle manufacturing industry.
2. Wheelchair Manufacturing - The Folding Wheel's design provides opportunities for disruptive innovations in the wheelchair manufacturing industry, allowing for improved portability and convenience.
3. Emergency Equipment Manufacturing - The concept of carrying an extra wheel for emergencies can lead to disruptive innovations in the emergency equipment manufacturing industry, providing unique solutions for unforeseen situations.
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