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Personal Air Conditioners

'Evapolar' Cools an Immediate Area Instead of a Whole Room at the Office

— October 14, 2015 — Eco
These personal air conditioners solve the common dilemma of undesired, uncontrollable temperatures in the office. Oftentimes, workplace temperatures are the opposite of outside: too hot when it's cold out and too cold when it's hot out. While the Evapolar doesn't provide a solution for the frigid office, it does for the workspace that is uncomfortably warm.

By simply using an accordion of basalt materials, the Evapolar functions as a fan for your desk that is low-energy and personalized -- as the cool air it provides doesn't spread to the room, let alone your neighbor's desk. The personal air conditioners use a simple yet intense evaporation and cooling system to suck in water from the air and cool it down through capillary action. Powerful while compact, this energy-efficient device will help make the every day experience at work a little more comfortable.
Trend Themes
1. Personal Air Conditioners - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced personal air conditioners with smart technology that can regulate temperature based on individual preferences.
2. Workspace Comfort - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create integrated workspace solutions that combine personal air conditioning, ergonomic furniture, and lighting control to optimize employee comfort and productivity.
3. Energy-efficient Cooling - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design sustainable cooling technologies that use renewable energy sources to minimize environmental impact.
Industry Implications
1. Office Furniture - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate built-in personal air conditioning systems into office furniture designs, providing employees with customizable climate control.
2. Smart Home Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate personal air conditioners with smart home systems to enable remote control and intelligent temperature management.
3. Renewable Energy - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop renewable energy solutions specifically tailored for powering energy-efficient personal air conditioners, reducing reliance on traditional power sources.
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