# GPS Life Preservers The Network Tube Keeps Shipwreck Survivors Together and Trackable By Michael Hines | Published 2011-11-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/network-tube References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/11/24/titanic-needed-this/) & [sparkawards](http://www.sparkawards.com/) The Network Tube is the 21st century version of the [life preserver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-initiative). This water ring was designed by Son Kijo, Joon Hyoung Seo, Uhm Hyung Woo, Choi JinYoung and Kim Junpyo to help keep [shipwreck survivors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argus-ar) together and makes them easier to locate by rescuers. The Network Tube is equipped with a [GPS tracking system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-alerts). This system makes survivors out in the ocean easier to find. The ocean is a big place, and there is only so much ground airplanes and ships can cover in search of shipwrecked survivors. Giving rescuers a way to track people would greatly increase the odds of finding them. The Network Tube seems like it would be relatively simple to create, with the benefits far outweighing the costs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gps-assisted Survival Equipment:** Creating new and efficient ways to save lives in open waters with the help of GPS technology. - **Connected Wearable Technology:** Integrating GPS tracking into wearable tech such as safety gear could lead to improved rescue efforts and greater safety measures. - **Rapid Response Solutions:** Developing products and technologies that can help quickly locate and rescue individuals in emergency situations, such as shipwrecks. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Marine Safety/accident Prevention Industry:** Companies that specialize in marine safety equipment could leverage GPS technology to develop new and innovative products for rescue operations. - **Outdoor Recreation/adventure Industry:** Brands that cater to outdoor enthusiasts could explore the integration of GPS tracking technology into safety gear for their customers. - **Emergency Response Technology Industry:** Startups and established companies in emergency response could expand their offerings to include innovative GPS tracking solutions for rescue operations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plastic Bottle Lifejackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bot-lifejacket.md) - [Self-Propelling Controlled Buoys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usafe.md) - [Location-Tracking Safety Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-protect-gps-tracker.md) - [Lifesaving Swimming Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimming-vest.md) - [Unsinkable Metal Vessel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-tubes.md) - [Flatpack Oceanic Lifeboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-rescue-lifeboat.md) - [Health-Tracking Swimmer Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soswim-safety-bracelet.md) - [Connected Pool Safety Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifebuoy-bcone.md) - [Self-Surfacing Fishing Traps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ropeless-riser.md)