# Body-Braced Power Tools The Ergonomic Saw Makes the Task Easy and Takes the Strain Off By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-08-09 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergonomic-saw References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/08/08/cutting-edge-saw/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/viktorrosendahl) The Ergonomic Saw is like Go-Go Gadget Arm for handymen. Without the experience and the strength that are generally required to adequately operate one of these dangerous devices, the user is here prevented from becoming a wild blade wielder with the risk of causing physical harm. Viktor Rosendahl's concept incorporates a [backpack and an arm-like brace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleev-1) around the waist. The user carries the [machine's battery within the harness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dck-tools), so to lighten the load from his shoulders down to his wrists. With so many securing straps, the jointed handles of the contraption are easy to shift in any direction, making movement the easiest part of the job at hand. It's a [versatile landscaping apparatus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-power-equipment) that is constantly collecting data about its own efficiency. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ergonomic Power Tools:** Developing power tools with enhanced ergonomic features that put safety and comfort at the forefront of the user experience. - **Wearable Power Tools:** Designing power tools that can be worn on the body, freeing up the user's hands while reducing the risk of strain and injury. - **Smart Power Tools:** Integrating technology into power tools to track efficiency and monitor safety during use. ### Where This Applies - **Construction:** The construction industry could benefit from adopting ergonomic and wearable power tools to prevent on-site accidents and worker strain. - **Landscaping:** Landscaping businesses could improve their employees' efficiency and safety by providing them with wearable and ergonomic power tools. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of power tools can innovate by incorporating smart technology to improve use and safety, giving them a competitive edge in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cordless Electric Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordless-multitool.md) - [Interchangeable Component Power Saws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-multitool.md) - [Folding Multitool-Like Saws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toughbuilt-folding-pull-saw.md) - [Modular Power Tool Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-tool-system.md) - [Powered Gardening Shear Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batterypowered-gardening-shears.md) - [Hole-Digging Power Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-automatic-shovel.md) - [Style-Conscious Power Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/module-compact-drill.md) - [Powerful Outdoor Lawn Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worx-offers.md) - [Rugged Outdoor Power Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-power-equipment.md)