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Light-Emitting Umbrellas

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Um Torch Gives Off a Shower of Light to Better Illuminate Your Path

— February 21, 2013 — Tech
For those situations where you need significantly more light than the typical flashlight can deliver, the Um Torch would be ideal for the job. The innovative design is a complete reworking of the handheld lamp, both in operation and intensity.

When it's folded shut, the device is nice and portable, allowing it to be conveniently tucked into your backpack on camping trips. Hinge it open, however, and it extends to twice the length, featuring a series of brilliant LED lights along one half.

Nathan Kaw's pole-like design encourages you to hold the Um Torch like an umbrella, angling the beaming panel straight ahead of you or slightly down so that it can illuminate your path thoroughly. The gadget can also be switched on in its compact configuration to produce a dimmer light when that's all that's necessary.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Lighting Solutions - The trend of portable lighting solutions opens up opportunities for innovative designs like the Um Torch that provide significantly more light in a portable form.
2. Compact and Versatile Design - The trend of compact and versatile designs allows for handheld lamps like the Um Torch to be easily folded and unfolded, offering a range of lighting options for different scenarios.
3. Multi-purpose Illumination Devices - The trend of multi-purpose illumination devices leads to innovations like the Um Torch, which can be used as an umbrella and a portable light source, catering to various needs.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Gear - In the outdoor gear industry, there is an opportunity to create innovative portable lighting solutions that enhance convenience and safety during camping trips or outdoor activities.
2. Home Improvement - The home improvement industry can explore designing compact and versatile lighting solutions like the Um Torch that can be easily integrated into various areas of the house for different lighting needs.
3. Events and Entertainment - In the events and entertainment industry, there is potential to develop multi-purpose illumination devices similar to the Um Torch, which can enhance visual experiences and create unique lighting effects.
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