The Solenopsis Invicta Electric Car is Inspired by the Fire Ant
Michael Hines — May 17, 2012 — Eco
References: marcoaureliogalan.blogspot & designbuzz
The Solenopsis Invicta Electric Car may look like a futuristic cement mixer, but it's actually a single-seat EV designed for the future. Designer Marco Aurelio Galan Henriquez designed this vehicle with the noble, colorful and occasionally dangerous (lethal) fire ant as his inspiration.
Fire ants are renowned for taking down large animals -- and the occasional human -- with sheer numbers. The Solenopsis Invicta Electric Car isn't designed to kill, but it does share other traits with the fire ant, such as a flexible and shock-proof outer shell. A car designed solely for one may not match the needs of today's driver, but things could quickly change once cities and streets become more and more crowded. Mark it down: animal-inspired cars are out, and insect-inspired cars are in.
Fire ants are renowned for taking down large animals -- and the occasional human -- with sheer numbers. The Solenopsis Invicta Electric Car isn't designed to kill, but it does share other traits with the fire ant, such as a flexible and shock-proof outer shell. A car designed solely for one may not match the needs of today's driver, but things could quickly change once cities and streets become more and more crowded. Mark it down: animal-inspired cars are out, and insect-inspired cars are in.
Trend Themes
1. Insect-inspired Cars - Opportunity to develop electric vehicles that take design inspiration from the unique characteristics of insects, such as flexibility and shock-proof outer shells.
2. Single-seat Electric Vehicles - Opportunity to create compact, single-seat electric cars that are better suited for crowded cities and streets.
3. Creative Design Experiences - Opportunity to explore unconventional design inspirations, such as insects, to create eye-catching and innovative electric cars.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to incorporate insect-inspired designs and develop compact, single-seat electric vehicles for urban environments.
2. Electric Vehicle - Opportunity for the electric vehicle industry to explore new design possibilities and cater to the demand for compact, environmentally-friendly cars for urban commuting.
3. Industrial Design - Opportunity for industrial designers to push boundaries and experiment with creative design concepts, drawing inspiration from insects and other unconventional sources.
6
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
