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Swift Measuring Rings

The 'Finger&Ruler' Lets You Quickly Measure with One Hand

— June 12, 2013 — Art & Design
Using a single finger, the 'Finger&Ruler' lets anyone measure with one hand swiftly and easily. With a quick swipe, the ring immediately displays the length of an object. The Finger&Ruler fits snugly around your finger so that you don't have to fumble around with a large tape measure.

Designer Shim Ha Eun created the high-tech ruler using simple concepts. A wheel rolls along the surface that you swipe on in order to feed dimension data to the ring. That information is then displayed on a crisp display at the top of the device.

The Finger&Ruler is especially convenient for people who only have access to one hand. Since a traditional tape measure can only be used with two hands, the Finger&Ruler works to remove restrictions and let anybody measure easily.
Trend Themes
1. One-handed Measuring Tools - The development of measuring tools that can be used with one hand presents opportunities for companies to target disabled or single-handed individuals who might otherwise be excluded.
2. Wearable Measurement Devices - The creation of compact wearable devices with practical uses, such as measuring tools worn on the finger, has the potential to attract consumers who seek practicality and convenience in their everyday lives.
3. Simplification of Traditional Tools - The trend of simplifying traditional tools, like measuring tapes, with technology such as rolling wheels and digital displays presents opportunities for businesses to improve upon and modernize everyday tools.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - One-handed measuring tools could be utilized in healthcare devices such as insulin pumps and IV bags for patient comfort and ease of use.
2. Construction - Construction workers could utilize wearable measurement devices, such as a ring to measure walls or ledges, to free up their hands and increase efficiency.
3. Home Improvement - The simplification of traditional tools with new technology could incentivize users who previously found home improvement projects daunting or confusing, increasing accessibility and inclusivity.
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