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Self-Elevating Chopsticks

The Gravity Chopsticks Serve as a More Sanitary Utensil

— March 24, 2016 — Art & Design
Dang Tran recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for his 'Gravity Chopsticks.' One of the common dilemmas chopstick-users face is where to put their utensils while eating. This revolutionary pair of chopsticks provides a sanitary solution for resting utensils between bites.

Instead of using a chopstick rest, Gravity Chopsticks use the power of gravity to keep utensils off of questionable surfaces. The set is made from hardened aluminum alloy blocks and natural maple and walnut wood tips for a sleek and stylish finish. What truly sets the chopsticks apart from other utensils is their unique geometry design and precise weight distribution, which ensures that the tips never touch the surface of the table. This allows users to put their chopsticks down at any time, without worrying that the tips will become contaminated.

Gravity Chopsticks ultimately solves an age-old dilemma by helping users keep their utensils clean at all times.
Trend Themes
1. Hygienic Utensils - The Gravity Chopsticks showcase the demand for utensils that prioritize cleanliness and hygiene.
2. Functional Design - The unique geometry design and weight distribution of the Gravity Chopsticks highlight the trend of functional and innovative product design.
3. Sustainable Materials - The use of natural maple and walnut wood in the Gravity Chopsticks demonstrates the growing trend of eco-conscious and sustainable materials in product manufacturing.
Industry Implications
1. Utensils and Cutlery - The Gravity Chopsticks present an opportunity for the utensils and cutlery industry to develop more hygienic and innovative products.
2. Kitchen and Dining - The functional design of the Gravity Chopsticks opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the kitchen and dining industry, particularly in utensil design.
3. Eco-friendly Products - The use of sustainable materials in the Gravity Chopsticks suggests opportunities for the eco-friendly products industry to create more sustainable and stylish utensils.
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