These Lenses Will Zoom in When You Blink Twice
Ellen Smith — July 30, 2019 — Tech
References: ucsd.edu & designboom
Every so often a technological advancement so unique comes along to remind consumers that the future isn't as far away as one might think, and this rings true with a new innovation from the researchers at the University of California San Diego, who are developing robotic contact lenses.
As the name suggests, these robotic lenses leverage 'soft robotics,' which can work in tandem with a human being. The reason robotics is being used in these lenses, is to offer enhanced sight by featuring the ability to zoom. Although it's still in the development phase, it's expected that these lenses will be able to zoom following a human command, such as blinking twice.
Image Credit: University of California San Diego (wiley online library), Designboom
Photo Credits: designboom, ucsd.edu
As the name suggests, these robotic lenses leverage 'soft robotics,' which can work in tandem with a human being. The reason robotics is being used in these lenses, is to offer enhanced sight by featuring the ability to zoom. Although it's still in the development phase, it's expected that these lenses will be able to zoom following a human command, such as blinking twice.
Image Credit: University of California San Diego (wiley online library), Designboom
Photo Credits: designboom, ucsd.edu
Trend Themes
1. Robotic Contact Lenses - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating robotics into contact lenses to enhance sight and enable zooming capabilities.
2. Soft Robotics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Applying soft robotics technology to create wearable devices with enhanced functionality.
3. Human-computer Interaction - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new ways for humans to interact with technology through gestures and commands.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing medical technology by incorporating robotic components into wearable devices for improved patient experiences and outcomes.
2. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating futuristic smart devices that redefine human-device interactions through innovative robotics integration.
3. Optical Industry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionizing traditional contact lenses with robotic functionalities to enhance vision and provide customizable zooming features.
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