# Haptic Sensation Headgear The Re-Wired Helmet Translates Sounds for Deaf Individuals By Meghan Young | Published 2012-04-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-wired-helmet References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/wired-helmet-deaf-hear-sounds-as-haptic-sensations.html) & [ameliamarzec](http://www.ameliamarzec.com/rewired/) Translating ambient sounds into haptic signals, the Re-Wired Helmet allows the deaf to 'hear' physical sensations. It uses [bone conduction technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mw75-neuro-lt) to produce these haptic signals. Developed by Amelia Marzec, it began as a [do-it-yourself project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-assistive-system) to regain the hearing in one of her ears after a tumor disabled it. Although the Re-Wired Helmet would seem like a clunky addition to an everyday outfit, it is a great alternative to devices that yield similar results but have to be [implanted in skulls via screws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lily-device). As a much less invasive option, the Re-Wired Helmet is equipped with effects circuits, vibration components, signal amplifiers and sensitive microphones that can be customized to any individual head. The sound and volume is manually controlled. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Haptic Sensation:** The development of haptic sensation headgear presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the field of assistive technology. - **Bone Conduction Technology:** The use of bone conduction technology in the Re-Wired Helmet opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in hearing aids and audio communication devices. - **Customizable Headgear:** The ability to customize the Re-Wired Helmet to individual heads sparks opportunities for disruptive innovation in personalized wearable technology. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Assistive Technology:** The development of haptic sensation headgear has disruptive innovation potential in the field of assistive technology, catering to the needs of the deaf and hard of hearing. - **Hearing Aids:** Bone conduction technology used in the Re-Wired Helmet presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the hearing aid industry for improved hearing experiences. - **Wearable Technology:** The customizable nature of the Re-Wired Helmet offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the wearable technology industry, allowing for personalized user experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sensory Conduction Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-lamb.md) - [Bone Conduction Hearing Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearing-aid-concept.md) - [Brain-Protecting Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainprotecting-wearable-device.md) - [Visual Impairment Support Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vision-bone-conduction-headset.md) - [Audio-Detecting Haptic Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skinetic.md) - [Assistive Brain-Sensing Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/think2switch.md) - [Text-Transcribing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assistive-wearables.md) - [Semantic Hearing Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearvana-ai.md) - [Sleek Enhanced Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptix.md)