# Dripless Parasols The Mohock Smart Umbrella Features an Innovative Handle and Hook By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mohock-smart-umbrella References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/10/07/non-drip-umbrella/) & [mohock.co.kr](http://www.mohock.co.kr/) The need for effective and efficient [rain gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days), such as the Mohock Smart Umbrella, is important during the rainy and stormy seasons. Designed by Ju Hyun Lee, the Mohock Smart Umbrella removes the need to bag your umbrella to avoid dripping. Instead, it features an [innovative handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tank-series) that collects drips of water when placed upright. The umbrella also features a [clever hook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-hook-options) so that it can hang conveniently, whatever your location may be. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Drip-free Umbrellas:** Opportunity for umbrella manufacturers to develop innovative designs with dripless features. - **Smart Handle Technology:** Opportunity for startups to create smart handles that collect water drips and enhance user experience. - **Versatile Hooks:** Opportunity for designers to develop versatile hooks that can be attached to different surfaces for various uses. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Umbrella Manufacturing:** Develop dripless umbrellas that offer a better user experience than traditional models. - **Smart Home Technology:** Explore the possibility of integrating smart handle technology into IoT products. - **Outdoor Gear Design:** Design versatile hooks that can be used for various outdoor gears, such as camping equipment and bicycles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Disappearing Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coilo.md) - [Branch-Like Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aghsan.md) - [Rainwater Multifunctional Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raindrop-1.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [Rainproof Wheelchair Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobidry.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md)