The Smart First Aid Kit from Footfalls and Heartbeats combines an old world design with new world technology. This first aid kit is made almost entirely out of wood and was designed by Richard Clarkson. The kit is designed to help people who get injured while out and about by connecting them and their injuries to the web.
The Smart First Aid Kit has sensors that allow you to transmit the severity of your injury to an online network. Through that network, you can see how your injury matches up with others and also see what level of treatment you need. Clarkson designed the Smart First Aid Kit out of wood to first and foremost catch the eye of people and other designers. The second reason behind the wood finish was to make people feel safer and more natural while using the medical aid inside of the kit. The kit is just a concept for now, but Footfalls and Heartbeats is hoping to expand upon their e-patient first aid kit someday.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Connected First-aid Kits
- There is potential to integrate new technologies like sensors and networks into first-aid kits to enable better and more efficient medical care on-the-go.
- E-patient Networks
- There is an opportunity for online networks where patients can connect with each other, share information and get insights and relevant medical advice.
- Sustainable Medical Products
- There is a growing need for sustainable medical products and design, which could lead to new opportunities for eco-friendly medical innovations.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Healthcare
- The healthcare industry can benefit from developing connected and sustainable products that are more effective and efficient for patient care.
- Tech
- Technological advancements and innovation can lead to improved healthcare products and services.
- Design
- Innovative design practices can lead to the creation of sustainable and user-friendly medical products.
