# Solar-Powered Virus Protection Bubbles The 'Bubble Shield' Concept Was Developed by Designlibero By Riley von Niessen | Published 2020-04-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-shield References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/technology/bubble-shield-inflatable-protective-environment-designlibero-04-21-2020/) In response to [COVID-19](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoconscious-covid19-testing-kit), Libero Rutilo and Ekaterina Shchetina of Designlibero came up with a conceptual design that would enable wearers of the '[Bubble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bubble-baby-bed) Shield' to stay safe while out and about. The egg-shaped plastic bubble is inflated to expand, allowing it to cover its wearer's body, leaving only the lower legs exposed. In addition to protecting its wearer from contagious viruses, the bubble functions as a useful shield against air pollution. Sitting atop the bubble are a series of small solar panels, which efficiently charge the battery that's worn as a backpack. The battery can then be used to power the built-in fan coils and an air pump compressor, which purify the air within the bubble. Wearers can enter and exit the protective Bubble Shield with an easily accessible zipper, which zips down to split the barrier in half. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/technology/bubble-shield-inflatable-protective-environment-designlibero-04-21-2020/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Personal Protective Bubbles:** The 'Bubble Shield' concept demonstrates the potential for personal protective bubbles that combine virus protection with air purification. - **Solar-powered Wearables:** The integration of small solar panels in the 'Bubble Shield' presents an opportunity for the development of solar-powered wearable devices. - **Air Purification Innovation:** The use of fan coils and an air pump compressor within the 'Bubble Shield' highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in air purification technology. ### Where This Applies - **Healthcare:** The 'Bubble Shield' concept could be applied in the healthcare industry to provide advanced protection for medical professionals. - **Fashion:** The integration of wearable technology and futuristic design in the 'Bubble Shield' opens up possibilities for innovation in the fashion industry. - **Environmental Technology:** The combination of air purification and solar power in the 'Bubble Shield' offers opportunities for disruptive solutions in the environmental technology sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Air-Blowing Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-mask.md) - [Future-Focused Air-Filtering Suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voice-in-sight.md) - [Virus-Detecting Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-smartwatch.md) - [Neck-Worn Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-air-purifier-concept.md) - [Protective Earthquake Response Shields](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/testudo-shield-and-helmet.md) - [Virus Protection Air Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensibo-pure-air-purifier.md) - [Sanitizing Scooter Helmet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carefol-helmet-case.md) - [Aerodynamic Filtration Face Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goa-face-protector.md) - [Air-Purifying Stroller Canopies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpurifying-stroller.md)