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Skeletal Power Cords

The 'Bone' Flexible Extension Cord Imitates a Spine for Versatility

— August 28, 2013 — Art & Design
A flexible extension cord called 'Bone' by designer Jeongbeom Han imitates a spine in order to let you charge your gadgets in any formation. The quirky power bar swivels and rotates so that you have as much choice as possible. Each individual prong socket can rotate individually. As a result, it doesn't matter what shape your plug is since you can maneuver the power bar itself. All you have to do is rotate two of the prongs in the direction you want and then plug your device in.

Bone features 10 dual-sided sockets so that you can plug 10 of your gadgets in. Each socket is able to rotate by 45 degrees so you can configure the extension cord in any configuration.
Trend Themes
1. Flexible Extension Cords - The development of more flexible extension cords that mimic the versatility of a spine presents opportunities for enhanced mobility and convenience in charging electronic devices.
2. Swiveling Power Bars - The integration of swiveling capabilities in power bars allows for greater adaptability and ease of use, accommodating various plug shapes and orientations.
3. Individual-rotating Prong Sockets - The introduction of individual-rotating prong sockets in extension cords provides users with more flexibility in arranging their devices and optimizing space usage.
Industry Implications
1. Electronics Manufacturing - In the electronics manufacturing industry, companies can explore the production of innovative and flexible extension cords to meet the growing demand for mobile charging solutions.
2. Home Improvement - The home improvement industry can capitalize on the trend of flexible extension cords by creating products that offer greater convenience and versatility in power distribution at home.
3. Office Supplies - Office supplies companies have an opportunity to develop swiveling power bars with individual-rotating prong sockets to cater to the diverse charging needs of businesses and professionals.
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