Wouldn't it be cool to have 6-foot wide, pneumatic-powered wings that light up? I don't think so, either. But if you do find yourself needing a pair of carbon fiber, superhero-wannabe wings, you can order a pair from Artifice Clothing for about $1,000. You can even choose your favorite color (red, green, yellow, purple, or white) of wingtips.
Implications - The wings have an exoskeleton look, which means there aren't feathers or substance of any sort to cover up the anatomical, bare-bones look. The cool part is that these do actually open up automatically: load the wing tanks with C02 cartridges, flick the switch, and the wings will spread. The wings will extend/retract about seven times before the pressure must be recharged (five to ten minutes per charge).
What's Driving This Trend
- Pneumatic-powered Accessories
- Opportunity for companies to explore creating other wearable items with pneumatic power, such as helmets or gauntlets.
- Exoskeleton Aesthetic
- Designers and fashion brands can incorporate the exoskeleton look into their products to create a unique, futuristic aesthetic.
- Automated Technology
- Technology companies can explore creating other automated products, such as self-deploying tents or folding furniture.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- Companies can explore creating clothing or accessories with pneumatic or automated technology for a futuristic look.
- Automotive
- Automotive companies can create car doors or convertible tops that automatically retract or deploy, providing a luxury experience.
- Camping
- Camping gear companies can explore creating self-deploying tents or other automated products to enhance the camping experience.
