New York Subway Compasses Help Orient Confused Travelers
Michael Hines — June 24, 2010 — Art & Design
References: nyctheblog.blogspot & neatorama
Next time you ride the subway in the Big Apple, keep your eyes peeled for these New York subway compasses. These directional aids have been anonymously spray-painted outside of subway stations to help re-orient travelers.
Apparently the idea for New York subway compasses has been tried before. It was deemed an epic failure, but someone else has obviously thought differently. I like this idea. Many times I have found myself confused after stepping out of the subway station. Wandering aimlessly around to re-orient yourself is never any fun.
Apparently the idea for New York subway compasses has been tried before. It was deemed an epic failure, but someone else has obviously thought differently. I like this idea. Many times I have found myself confused after stepping out of the subway station. Wandering aimlessly around to re-orient yourself is never any fun.
Trend Themes
1. Spray Painted Directional Aids - Opportunity for developing a foolproof directional aid system by using spray paint in different colours for specific destinations.
2. Subway Navigation Apps - Creating mobile apps that help commuters navigate subways in unfamiliar cities effectively.
3. Augmented Reality Subway Maps - Development of AR subway maps that help commuters to easily navigate through the subway system.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - Innovation possibilities for developing advanced navigation tools and systems for public transportation networks.
2. Mobile App Development - Designing specialized navigation apps for subways in major cities in the world.
3. Technology - Opportunities for developing technological tools that help commuters navigate unfamiliar subway systems effectively.
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