# Inflatable Life-Saving Bangles Self Rescue Bracelet Expands into an Effective Floatation Device By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-08-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-rescue-bracelet References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/self-rescue-bracelet-simply-pull-the-bracelet-to-turn-it-into-a-floating-device/) The clever design of the Self Rescue Bracelet encourages slightly weak swimmers to gain more comfort and confidence in the water. It allows them to push the boundaries of their fears without taking risks and protects them from the embarrassment of wearing chunky inflatable accessories. In its inactive form, this object might go nearly unnoticed on the body, appearing as a subtle and [slim wristband](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-safety-bracelet) but sporting the blocked colors of white and red. Zhu Linghui, Wu Xuexing and Zhu Peizheng have ensured that their concept cuff is slight enough not to interfere with a swimmer's movements and efficiency in the pool, the lake or the ocean. However, an urgent tug on the Self Rescue Bracelet causes it to expand from [compressed air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-milano-jacket) and become a proper [lifesaver ring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-buoy). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Water Safety Accessories:** Opportunity for innovative designs that provide safety and confidence for weak swimmers without compromising mobility. - **Discreet Inflatable Technology:** Potential for development of slim and inconspicuous inflatable devices that can be activated when needed. - **Personalized Rescue Solutions:** Demand for customizable and wearable flotation devices that can be tailored to individual needs and preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Swimwear and Water Sports:** Opportunity for swimwear brands to integrate inflatable safety features into their designs. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Potential for companies in the outdoor recreation industry to incorporate discreet and lightweight safety accessories for water activities. - **Emergency Response and Safety Equipment:** Demand for innovative inflatable devices that can be utilized by emergency responders and individuals in need of immediate assistance in water-related emergencies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Health-Tracking Swimmer Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soswim-safety-bracelet.md) - [Self-Inflating Kids Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-swimwear.md) - [Under-Arm Rescue Floatation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ua80-evolution-vest.md) - [Flatpack Oceanic Lifeboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-rescue-lifeboat.md) - [Plastic Bottle Lifejackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bot-lifejacket.md) - [Revolutionary Swimming Flotation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimming-flotation-device.md) - [Self-Propelling Controlled Buoys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usafe.md) - [Safety-Precaution Wearable Airbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ydb-airbag.md) - [Multipurpose Korean Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifeguard-snack.md)