The Gyroscopic Watch Winder Spins 360 Degrees in All Directions
Akihiko Tse — October 2, 2013 — Unique
The Gyroscopic Watch Winder imitates the training used by astronauts to prevent spatial disorientation to wind your watch up for the world outside.
The $18,000 watch winder, designed by the German-based Dottling, is the first device to spin and rotate the watch 360 degrees in all directions. While the design might seem exuberant, the design, while intended to mimic the aerotrims experienced by astronauts, the gyroscopic watch winder in fact closely resembles the movements that the wrist creates. This winding movement is created by the winder's three axes rotating simultaneously.
The watch winder is propelled by an electric motor, yet is a quiet invention that also has four LED lights that light up the rotational path with white lights. It stops automatically to prevent the watch from over-winding.
The $18,000 watch winder, designed by the German-based Dottling, is the first device to spin and rotate the watch 360 degrees in all directions. While the design might seem exuberant, the design, while intended to mimic the aerotrims experienced by astronauts, the gyroscopic watch winder in fact closely resembles the movements that the wrist creates. This winding movement is created by the winder's three axes rotating simultaneously.
The watch winder is propelled by an electric motor, yet is a quiet invention that also has four LED lights that light up the rotational path with white lights. It stops automatically to prevent the watch from over-winding.
Trend Themes
1. 360-degree Watch Winders - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the luxury watch industry by creating watch winders that can spin and rotate in all directions.
2. Astronaut-inspired Training - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fitness industry by incorporating training methods used by astronauts to prevent spatial disorientation.
3. Gyroscopic Innovations - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the technology sector by developing gyroscopic devices for various applications and industries.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watch Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the luxury watch industry by incorporating advanced winding mechanisms inspired by astronaut training.
2. Fitness Industry - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fitness industry by integrating astronaut-inspired training equipment and techniques to enhance overall fitness.
3. Technology Sector - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the technology sector by leveraging gyroscopic technology for applications such as navigation, stabilization, and virtual reality.
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