Not everyone can justify investing in a set of tools, which is why this concept for a tool sharing program is so clever. Together, Choi Seungho, Hong Uihwoan, Han Jisoo and Song Yoonji came up with the idea to make the standard handyman utensils available in vending machines for easy borrowing should a tricky task arise.
Called Tool Share, the free system would rely heavily on a smartphone app. With this, the user could browse available instruments, make a reservation and receive a special PIN. Next, he would visit his local Tool Share vending machine to punch in the code and receive the item. Hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers and others would be supplied in little toolboxes in the base of the machine. Each object would be equipped with chipsets for GPS tracking and NFC tag links to online tutorials for use.
Communal Tool Sharing
This Concept Proposes Vending Machine Rentals of Handy Implements
Trend Themes
1. Tool Sharing - Allows users to borrow tools from vending machines, providing a cost-effective solution for those who don't want to invest in their own set of tools.
2. Smartphone-based Rentals - Utilizes smartphone apps to browse available tools, make reservations, and receive special PINs for accessing the vending machines, streamlining the borrowing process.
3. GPS Tracking and NFC Integration - Equips tools with chipsets for GPS tracking and NFC tags, enhancing convenience and providing direct access to online tutorials for tool use.
Industry Implications
1. Sharing Economy - This tool sharing concept falls under the sharing economy industry, disrupting traditional tool ownership models and providing a scalable business opportunity.
2. Vending Machine - Introduces a new application for vending machines by offering tool rentals, expanding the potential use cases beyond traditional vending products.
3. Mobile App Development - Creates opportunities for mobile app developers to create user-friendly interfaces for browsing tools, making reservations, and accessing tutorials, catering to the rising demand for smartphone-based services.