The Invisible Bike by Jimmy Kuehnle, an artist based in Cleveland, Ohio, is almost entirely transparent save for the chain and bearings. Yet somehow it stands out all the more for its 'invisibility,' which, of course, goes against that idea. Made entirely out of Lexan (bulletproof glass), it doubles as an art installation as well as a practical form of transportation.
Hilariously enough, the Invisible Bike by Jimmy Kuehnle is complemented by a matching 'invisible' outfit that comes in the form of a clear vinyl suit. Unfortunately for the rider (and fortunately for witnesses), the suit nor the bike did not make him invisible.
A fun concept, the Invisible Bike by Jimmy Kuehnle might be art, but it also provides a different model for the classic form of transportation as well.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Transparent Transportation
- Developing transparent bicycles and related products for practical use and artistic expression.
- Functional Art Installations
- Creating practical items that double as unique artistic expressions in public spaces.
- Clear Protective Materials
- Exploring the potential of bulletproof glass and other clear protective materials for various products beyond their traditional use.
Where This Applies
- Transportation
- Incorporating bulletproof glass and transparent materials into bikes and other modes of transportation for practical and artistic purposes.
- Art and Design
- Facilitating the creation of functional art installations using clear materials like bulletproof glass in public spaces.
- Protective Gear
- Exploring the use of bulletproof glass and other clear protective materials in unconventional ways, such as in outfits and accessories beyond traditional protective gear.
