# Senior-Supporting Mobility Skateboards The 'Stria' Modular Mobility Skateboard is Multifunctional By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-mobility-skateboard References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/11/06/this-skateboards-modular-form-is-designed-to-address-the-problem-of-our-aging-population/)  The conceptual 'Stria' modular mobility skateboard has been designed by Cathy Wong as a solution for seniors that would enable them to get around town according to their specific needs. The skateboard-like mobility solution is designed to be used in a range of different orientations including Sport, Support, Commute and Companion to make it well-suited for a wide range of user needs. The unit is imagined with a double brushless motor, while the shuttle-like charging station would allow the skateboards to be stored within and powered up, while also undergoing extensive sanitation. The conceptual 'Stria' modular mobility skateboard would work effectively to support the needs of both seniors as well as [urbanite citizens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-mobility-service) to keep them mobile according to their preferences. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Mobility Solutions:** There is a market opportunity to design modular mobility solutions that can be customized to meet specific user needs like the Stria skateboard for seniors. - **Multifunctional Personal Transport Devices:** There is a demand for personalized and highly versatile transportation devices like the Stria skateboard that can be used in a range of different orientations. - **Eco-friendly Urban Mobility:** There is an emerging trend towards eco-friendly urban mobility solutions like the Stria skateboard, which is powered by a double brushless motor and charged in a shuttle-like charging station. ### Where This Applies - **Transportation:** The transportation industry could design and produce modular mobility solutions that cater to diverse user needs like the Stria skateboard. - **Personal Mobility Devices:** The personal mobility devices industry can develop highly customizable and versatile devices like the Stria skateboard that meet the needs of different user segments. - **Green Technology:** The green technology industry can leverage the trend towards eco-friendly urban mobility solutions like the Stria skateboard by developing and marketing solutions that have a low carbon footprint and are powered by renewable energy sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-in-One Senior Mobility Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfdriving-wheelchair.md) - [Connected Walking Support Canes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stride-senze.md) - [Modular Powered Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-hand-cycle.md) - [Multifunctional Personal Mobility Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modi.md) - [Adaptive Mobility Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wimo-scooter.md) - [Sleek Senior Walker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suzuki-go.md) - [Modular Monowheel Hoverboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naowheel.md) - [Transforming Commuter Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beam-scooter.md) - [Demurely Designed Mobility Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-rollator-concept.md)