Raptor is an extreme all-terrain vehicle designed for the British brand Bowler, features unique exposed chassis, a whole electric drivetrain and minimal bodywork to run up to 130mph and was inspired by the vehicles that compete in the Baja and Dakar rallies. Although the design contains the elements of a traditional four-wheel drive vehicle, it also incorporates echo-conscious materials and modern-day technology to create an exceptional off-road buggy.
The angular bodywork of this vehicle takes inspiration from both superbikes and modern architecture which results this unique vehicle, from both in aesthetic aspects and highly functional body panel mechanism. The body panels are independently attached onto the vehicle with hex-head bolts and can be replaced easily when damaged. The tires were designed to form a contrast by combining digital technology and dune buggy paddle tires, and both the alloys and tires are interlocked to create a strong image.
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BlueZero is the latest addition of the eco-friendly series cars by world renowned Mercedes-Benz. The main inspiration came from the idea of creating a vehicle that is affordable and eco-conscious, and can offer a multitude of platforms for daily use. Keeping the sandwich floor concept of Mercedes in mind, the structure of this concept car allows three different platforms to realize: first one is an E-Cell with battery, secondly E-Cell plus with gasoline and battery and the last one is an F-Cell with hydrogen. This concept allows the powertrain to be moved into the floor cells in the event of a front-end collision. This innovative is not only a great safety solution but also will help creating a universal platform.
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Chukka is a patent pending concept device that intrigues the user to interact. This concept device is consists of several freely movable beads tied with cable, allowing hitting together for an enjoyable motion or enable two balanced sections to energetically swing between the fingers.
This concept device can be held in ways that is comfortable by the user and enables the utilization of the index finger and thumb. Most amazingly, this device can produce electrical energy by any kind of movement, even slight vibration persuades electricity, which is used to charge this device. More energetic interactions, such as, swinging the device repetitively between and around the index finger and thumb, gives a greater charge. The user can learn, develop and combine varieties of techniques for not only powering the device, but also increase the hand dexterity and coordination.
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Ghost is a concept bike that features precise aerodynamics in its unique and functional design. The bike has been designed keeping huge similarities with a flying falcon and was inspired from the bike tribute of ‘Ghost Rider’. The designer has put his ideas of his young and reckless mind into paper to create this wonderful thrilling bike that can offer un-parallel fun to those who are really in need for speed.
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As a form of 100 years celebration of Audi, they have allowed their German designers to create any kind of amazing stuff aside from cars and Bösendorfer Piano is the outcome of such an extraordinary effort. Audi designed this magnificent piano with sleek curves and Batman-black cowl, which resulting an alluring appearance that can attract all range of people. However, the basic structure of a traditional piano has been kept intact, but still the design is quite unique and appealing. The main goal of the project was to stimulating the creativity of the design team and the project was quite helpful for the young designers which will benefit them on the long run of car designing.
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