It really is about time that the standard door handle is reinvented, in this concept called the E-Lock puts forth a practical proposal. Designer Pasque Dudley Mawalla figures that cut metal keys may as well be left behind, and that the act of turning a latch offers only limited accessibility.
The solution is a doorknob that one can easily operate with her hands full. A compact keychain pass card could be waved before the built-in sensor, and a simple nudge to the lever would release the bolt with no wrist acrobatics required. What these mean is that entry into one's home or apartment is a little closer to being barrier-free. The E-Lock system would be great for parents with young kids, and for people with a range of physical disabilities.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Reinvented Door Handles
- Opportunity for creating innovative door handle designs that are more accessible and practical.
- Keyless Entry Systems
- Potential to develop keyless entry systems that use pass cards or other mobile devices for easy access.
- Barrier-free Home Access
- Opportunity to create technologies that provide barrier-free access to homes for people with disabilities.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Hardware Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunities in designing ergonomic and accessible door handles.
- Home Security
- Opportunities for developing keyless entry systems and security solutions for residential properties.
- Assistive Technology
- Opportunity to develop technologies that improve accessibility for people with disabilities in their homes.
