# Intelligent Fire Extinguishers The 'Ball' Fire Extinguisher Warns of Danger and Guides Users Along By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-04-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ball-fire-extinguisher References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/04/12/a-very-smart-fire-extinguisher/) A fire can break out in an instant which leaves little time to think about what to do next, so the conceptual 'Ball' fire extinguisher has been designed as a way to ensure you're always ready for the next step. Featuring a smart design, the extinguisher will work to keep an eye out for [fires and warn you](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-alert-smart-smoke-carbon-monoxide-co-alarm) if one is detected before providing concise instructions of what to do next. The extinguisher offers an optimized design for a person who has a [visual impairment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timeli-flashlight) to ensure that they are always able to locate the necessary equipment and handle things before they get out of control. The 'Ball' fire extinguisher is the design work of Minwook Paeng. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Fire Safety:** Developing intelligent fire extinguisher systems that can detect fires and provide instructions for quick response. - **Inclusive Fire Safety:** Creating fire extinguishers with optimized designs for people with visual impairments. - **Visual Alert Systems:** Implementing visual warning systems to notify individuals of potential fire hazards. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fire Safety:** Opportunity for developing innovative fire safety equipment, such as intelligent extinguishers and inclusive designs. - **Assistive Technology:** The potential for creating assistive technologies for individuals with visual impairments to navigate and respond to emergency situations. - **Smart Home Technology:** Integrating smart fire safety devices into existing smart home systems for enhanced protection and response. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shield-Style Fire Extinguishers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hussechuck-and-shield.md) - [Sustainable Fire Extinguishers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/checkfire-ltd.md) - [Thermal Camera Fire Detectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/early-fire-detection-sensor.md) - [In-House Fire Prevention Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-fighter.md) - [Stress-Reducing Breathing Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breathing-ball.md) - [Smokeless Indoor Fire Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flame-fire-light.md) - [Fire Suppression Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-detection-and-suppression.md) - [Intelligent Accessible Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamptok-light.md) - [Next-Gen Wildfire Rescue Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firefly-x01-fire-rescue-drone.md)