Kim Seung Woo has earned recognition as a Red Dot award winner for his Universal Plug design.
The ergonomically-designed plug-in allows people to easily plug in or extract it from their wall sockets by simply hooking their finger into the cut-out circle, as shown in the gallery above. It's perfect for individuals who have difficulty unplugging cords due to injury, illness or advanced age.
The Universal Plug also features a reminder light on the inner edges of the circle which can act as a night light or serve as a reminder to unplug a given device to save energy.
Simplified Socket Safety
No Superhuman Strength Necessary to Unplug the Universal Plug
Trend Themes
1. Ergonomic Design - Designing products with user-friendly and accessible features to accommodate various needs and abilities.
2. Innovative Power and Socket Solutions - Developing innovative solutions to improve access to power sources and enhance safety features.
3. Smart Home Technology - Creating technology that promotes the ability to connect, control, and optimize energy usage in the home.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement - Companies can create products that enhance the safety and accessibility of power sources and sockets for individuals with different needs.
2. Elder Care - Organizations can create products that promote independence and safety for older individuals or those with disabilities.
3. Smart Home Technology - Developers can design software and devices to provide users more control in managing energy and power devices within the home.