The Fabric Assistances is an outstanding submission for the 2014 Electrolux Design Lab competition. Ideally used as a travel buddy, this contraption cleans, irons and gets odor out of worn clothing.
The appliance has several technological features, including a smart charging station and a dispensing unit with two compartments (one for water, the other for deodorizing solution). The best part is the gadget is self-autonomous, so it can clean your clothes on its own without washing them.
Already shortlisted as one of the top 35 entries in the Electrolux Design Lab competition, Fabric Assistances is essentially an ironing, garment-refreshing robot. This is perfect for when you are in a rush, or need to deal with clothing that has become creased in a suitcase while on holiday.
Clothes-Refreshing Robots
Fabric Assistances is an Electrolux Design Lab Competition Entry
Trend Themes
1. Self-autonomous Cleaning - Opportunity for developing robotic devices that can clean and refresh clothing without the need for traditional washing.
2. Smart Charging Stations - Potential for creating innovative charging solutions that intelligently power and monitor the operation of various appliances.
3. Multi-functional Fabric Care - Chance to explore the development of versatile devices that can simultaneously clean, iron, and remove odors from clothing.
Industry Implications
1. Appliance Manufacturing - Appliance manufacturers can explore the creation of self-autonomous cleaning devices with smart charging stations for fabric care.
2. Travel and Hospitality - The travel and hospitality industry can benefit from fabric-refreshing robots as a value-added service for guests, enhancing convenience and satisfaction.
3. Textile and Garment Industry - The textile and garment industry has the opportunity to collaborate with designers to create multi-functional fabric care devices that cater to consumer needs.