# Open-Source Desk Power Bars The Smart Modular Power Rack System is Expandable and Multipurpose By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-modular-power-rack References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/10/23/this-power-rack-rocks/) The average digital professional requires a multitude of connections to keep their essential technology products up and running, so the conceptual Smart Modular Power Rack has been designed as a modular way to do just that. The system is intended to be mounted to the back of your workstation and offer [wireless charging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-design), sockets, IoT capability and [multi-USB ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plugable-ps10cc) for an enhanced sense of productivity. The expandable design of the power system makes it perfect for open-concept offices that could benefit from [modular components](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mespace-workstation) to keep them prepared for more employees. The conceptual Smart Modular Power Rack is the design work of Yoo Inoh and Lee Cheewon, and could also be mounted onto the underside of a workstation to keep the components out of sight. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Power Racks:** Creating customizable and expandable power rack systems for workstations and offices. - **Wireless Charging Solutions:** Developing wireless charging technology for enhanced productivity in digital workspaces. - **Iot Integration:** Integrating Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities into power rack systems for smart and connected workstations. ### Where This Applies - **Office Furniture:** Exploring innovative power rack designs to create functional and modular office furniture solutions. - **Electronics Manufacturing:** Manufacturing and supplying modular power rack systems to digital professionals and open-concept workplaces. - **Productivity Technology:** Developing and selling wireless charging and IoT-enabled products for enhanced productivity in workspaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flexible Connectivity Workstation Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-hub.md) - [Design-Conscious Power Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-strip-concept.md) - [Modular Desk Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modulo-1.md) - [Modular Self-Monitoring Power Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teak-smart-cube.md) - [Modular Recycled Power Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bfriends-power-module.md) - [Triangular Desktop Storage Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yofho-prisma.md) - [Stackable Module Power Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-power-system.md) - [Minimalist Modular Desk Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/console-desk.md) - [Modular Power Strip Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodes.md)