Hammacher Schlemmer just got something new in its catalog, Self Balancing Electric Unicycle which you can actually buy. We’ve seen many concepts about unicycle but most of them are just concept or still at prototype stage, but if you are willing to spend $2,700, you can get a real one from Hammacher. It’s a cool briefcase-sized electric unicycle powered by 500-watt electric motor, perfect for 2 hours ride at 13 miles/hour after 3-hour battery charge (but it also depends on your weight). If y...
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Tuk Tuk is a unique traditional transportation that you can find in many Asian cities such as Bangkok, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, etc., unfortunately, they also contribute to urban pollution and high fuel costs. Terra Motors have an idea to replace this vehicle with an electric version, it will certainly reduce polluting vehicles on the streets. This eTricycle features blue-and-white color scheme, modern and stylish version of the old Tuk Tuk. It is powered by a lithium-ion battery which can travel 3...
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Carry a pocket knife everywhere you go. This Tool Logic CC1SB Credit Card Companion is so slim and light you might even forget you carry one, but it’s highly functional when you need a knife. This 2” stainless steel blade is razor sharp and serrated, you can cut any materials with ease. This survival card is pretty handy to help you with life’s sudden unforeseen emergencies.
With the challenges of global warming and rising fuel crisis, we need an alternative to fossil fuel-powered vehicles. Most Indians are still reluctant to change from fuel powered vehicles to electric one and this action has impacted the electric vehicle market. Future Personal Transportation System project has been designed to answer that challenge which hopefully can help the country in transition to more eco-friendly form of transportation.
Designer : Sanu K R
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X-Cav Street Sweeper concept tries to eliminate the assumption that street sweeping process is dirty and should be condemned from visible public space. This belief should be reversed since the cleaning job needs to be respected to raise public awareness about litter and cleanliness. This device features stylish and minimalist design with effective and intelligent functionality.
X-Cav is a concept street sweeper that has been designed to address the issue of cleaning streets in big cities. The...
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Holding a unique name, Razer Ferox is an ultra portable stereo speaker that intends to prove the world that size isn’t a matter at all. Physically more petite than any other stereo speakers available out there, Razer assures that the user will have an out of this world experience with a sonic attack like none other.
Airship LZ-73 concept was based on the first Zeppelin LZ-1. After extensive researches, this designer has come up with details of engineering design and construction mechanism.
I worked day and night thinking for the mechanism of the concept- airship, I was so enthusiastic about the idea, that even I connected and did some researches with professors (Physics, Chemistry, Mechanica) in University in Sofia. Sure, this idea isn't perfectly constructed, but it has a big potentials.
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Sólo traffic light project consists of modular light which can be utilized for variety urban signaling functions. As traffic signaling light, it is composed out of 3 modules where it's possible to use the light individually for different usage such construction works, road accidents or detours. It is ideal to be used by polices, transit operators, companies or the society in general, the possibility is endless, you can utilize it to fit your needs.
The main structure of this lamp has been de...
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Short Distance Travel Shopping Cart concept has been designed for a transportation design competition, you’re probably raising one of your eyebrows right about now and thinking what’s a shopping cart got to do with a transportation. Well, at first, we did feel the same way, but at closer look, it’s actually personal vehicle with a cart at the front. It’s a great transportation for short distance driving, safe and convenient, you don’t even have to worry about parking. Some supermarkets...
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V-Tent system features eco-friendly parking system that protects as well as charges your vehicle. Each unit has collapsible canopy which can be used for both personal or public parking areas, together, they create a sustainable system for urban environment. The canopy provides large shade to prevent the heat of the sun, rain or snow from falling on your car, it helps prolong the life and maintenance cycle of your car in the long run.
Designer : Hakan Gürsu
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Taxi BP was a design project at University of Art and Design Budapest with “future city mobility” theme. The main body design of this car also considered Budapest traffic conditions and road construction. The goal is to create driverless mobility vehicle for big cities in the future, in this case 2046, it features elegance characteristic of old carriages to define a new experience for a taxi service in a smart concept.
The interior features hi-tech navigation with driverless technologies,...
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In corporation with Volkswagen Design Center Wolfsburg under the supervision of Prof. Erich Kruse and Dipl.-Des. Andres Meyer, VW Auriga is a new vehicle concept, especially designed and developed for cruising on wide and impressive landscapes. The concept design was based on “Zeilwagen” or wind chariot by Simon Stevins for Prince Mauritz in 1646, therefore you might notice a resemblance between these two vehicles. VW Auriga has been built to accommodate 20 passengers and a pilot which is se...
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Romotow Mobile Living Unit has been designed for today’s savvy generation by W2, a New Zealand based architectural design company. The innovative design takes different approach by leaving boxy and cumbersome travel trailer, it brings a new concept in mobile living. Motor caravan is an increasingly popular alternative lifestyle that makes it one of fastest growing domestic tourism sectors, thus, resulting in great improvements in both caravan quality and campsite facilities.
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Ecologic Aircraft Design concept is futuristic aircraft that spends less energy to travel. It’s been designed with photovoltaic cells on its large roof because this electric aircraft relies heavily on the sun’s energy. In order to minimize any energy loss, this aircraft is air inflated. When a plane takes off, it requires most energy it has, however since this future transportation is air inflated, it doesn’t consume any energy of fuel.
Designer : Daphnis Fournier
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Hatchet concept UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) offers innovative solution for squad-based mission to help disaster victims which are trapped in a hard-to-reach location. It’s an advanced technology transportation unit which can be a great help during rescue missions. This vehicle features 6-rotor-design that enhances Hatchet with optimum maneuverability and stability in both middle and low altitude. On board equipment consists of Ground Control System, Infrared Scanning Imager, Instant Photogra...
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J.D Truck was inspired from the shell of a Snail which features amazing curved surface. This futuristic vehicle is actually a garbage truck with outstanding color, but it’s not designed to be used on bumpy roads though. A few additional elements have been incorporated into the design, mostly GLASS to reflect and add the sense of modernity of the truck.
Huge body doesn’t mean J.D Truck is not flexible, in fact, it rotates easily thank you to its innovative structure which consists of 2 par...
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Delivering stuff with huge cargo vehicle in crowded street can be a problem, thus e-Cargo Box has been designed to solve this issue. It was based on the Car-go concept from Adam Schacter, this electric cargo vehicle offers a great mechanism to deliver stuff to the customers in a busy traffic street. In some local areas, they use some kind of cart to deliver items to the customer, the kind that you push around with hands that require so much effort to move around. Furthermore, you don’t have a ...
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