# Emergency Grappling Hooks The Rapunzel Descending Device from Sin Sun Ho By Michael Hines | Published 2011-01-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rapunzel-descending-device References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/rapunzel-descending-device-by-sin-sun-ho/) Being stuck on top of a burning skyscraper may not be such a problem if Sin Sun Ho's Rapunzel Descending Device ever goes from concept to reality. The Rapunzel is an [emergency grappling hook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-gadget-edrin) designed to lower users to safety in the event of an emergency. The Rapunzel Descending Device is simple enough to use requiring only that you put your hand inside of it and grip a handle. Once the device detects the weight it will start to [lower you to safety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jlg-liftpod). Using the Rapunzel Descending Device to escape a [burning building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lynx-1) may sound scary, but when you look at the alternatives, it's not all that bad. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Emergency Grappling Hooks:** The Rapunzel Descending Device offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the emergency rescue equipment industry. - **Safety Devices:** Developing innovative safety devices like the Rapunzel Descending Device presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the technology industry. - **Rapid Evacuation Solutions:** Creating efficient rapid evacuation solutions such as the Rapunzel Descending Device can disrupt the building and construction industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Emergency Rescue Equipment:** The emergency rescue equipment industry can explore the potential of integrating advanced devices like the Rapunzel Descending Device. - **Technology:** The technology industry can seize the opportunity to innovate and improve safety devices, such as the Rapunzel Descending Device. - **Building and Construction:** Implementing rapid evacuation solutions like the Rapunzel Descending Device can revolutionize safety protocols in the building and construction industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Surfacing Fishing Traps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ropeless-riser.md) - [Functionally Fashionable Escape Hammers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emergency-car-window-breaker.md) - [Rapidly Retractable Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-multitool.md) - [Emergency Evacuation Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-strix.md) - [Sporty Climbing-Inspired Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grip-hanger.md) - [Compact Vehicle Escape Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-car-emergency-tool.md) - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Pull-Up Bar-Integrated Clothing Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rak.md) - [Accessible Space Travel Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-elevator-concept.md)