# Vehicle-Home Hybrids 'Apparatus X' Can Be Used as a Home, Work Space or Relief Vehicle By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apparatus-x References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/apparatus-x-micro-home-mobile-off-grid-disaster-relief-center/31710/) & [apparatus-x](http://www.apparatus-x.com/) Apparatus X is an ingenious project by students at the [University of Pennsylvania](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/research-centre) who are bidding to transform an aging RV into a flexible space that could function as a disaster relief vehicle, micro-home or mobile design studio. The Apparatus X is designed to be operable off the electricity grid, making it ideal for use as a disaster relief vehicle. It will feature a micro-garden where food can be grown. A water recycling system allows for sustainable water use, while a solar panel array offers 2,000 Kilowatt-hours of energy. The interior of Apparatus X is split into three sections: 'Work Space,' '[Flex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-mens-formal) Space' and 'Live Space.' Work Space includes work surfaces, tools and equipment to aid in reconstruction efforts. Flex Space is suitable for social gatherings and collaborative projects. Live Space contains a kitchen, toilet and storage space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Flexible Spaces:** The Apparatus X project demonstrates the trend of creating flexible spaces that can adapt to various needs and functions. - **Sustainable Living:** The use of a water recycling system and solar panel array in the Apparatus X highlights the trend of promoting sustainable living in different environments. - **Disaster Relief Innovation:** The Apparatus X serves as an example of how innovative design can be applied to disaster relief vehicles, providing a versatile and self-sustainable solution. ### Where This Applies - **Recreational Vehicles:** The Apparatus X project could inspire the RV industry to develop more adaptable and eco-friendly vehicles to meet evolving consumer demands. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore the concept of versatile structures and spaces, like the Apparatus X, to create innovative solutions for various applications. - **Sustainable Technology:** The integration of sustainable technologies in the Apparatus X opens up opportunities for the development and advancement of eco-friendly solutions in the technology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expanding Off-Grid Electric RVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-transformer-house.md) - [Expandable Off-Road Motorhomes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiver-x-expandable.md) - [Off-Grid Workspace Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koda-roadiaq-concept-car.md) - [Off-Grid Mobile Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offgrid-mobile-home.md) - [Transforming Weekend Camper Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauer-xvan.md) - [Remote Office Camping Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cross-cabin-concept-van.md) - [Transforming Camp Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elo-concept.md) - [Off-Grid Exploration Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gac-van-life-autonomous-vehicle.md) - [Travel-Ready Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microrv.md)