# Wii for Military Use Wiimote Diffuses Bombs By Mitch Belfry | Published 2008-04-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiimote-diffuses-bomb References: [metro](http://www.metro.co.uk/news/article.html?in_article_id=128035&in_page_id=34) The [Wii Remote](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-wearable-controller) now has a new application in the real world. The [U.S. Military](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Kyoto-Fusioneering) is experimenting with using the Wiimote to control a [bomb-defusing robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-controller). The idea is that this new method will make bomb disposal safer. Sure wish I could get a chance to play with it:although I'd probably get hurt. **Implications** - Video games allow players to leave reality and enter fantasy worlds, but perhaps they should be viewed as a source for concepts that can be applied to real world innovation -- such as this remote for diffusing bombs. Inspiration can come from the most unexpected of places, and the virtual world of games is just one of those places. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gamification for Real-world Applications:** Applying game-inspired concepts to real-world innovation, like using a gaming remote to diffuse bombs, can lead to disruptive innovations in various industries. - **Virtual Reality-inspired Solutions:** Exploring virtual worlds and experiences can provide unexpected inspiration for solving real-world challenges, as demonstrated by the military's use of a gaming remote for bomb disposal. - **Cross-domain Technology Transfer:** Transferring technologies and ideas from one domain, such as gaming, to another domain, such as military operations, can lead to disruptive innovations and improved safety measures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Military and Defense:** The military industry can explore the use of gamification and gaming technology to enhance safety and efficiency in various operations, including bomb disposal. - **Technology and Gaming:** The technology and gaming industries can collaborate to develop specialized gaming peripherals and software that cater to real-world applications, such as bomb defusing robots. - **Virtual Reality and Simulation:** The virtual reality and simulation industry can contribute to real-world innovation by providing immersive training environments for bomb disposal and other high-risk scenarios. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Voice-Powered Remotes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-voice-remote-2.md) - [Interactive Gaming Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-wowcube.md) - [Functional Gaming Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gashapon-toys.md) - [Shapeshifting Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapeshifting-game-controller.md) - [Handheld Motion-Control Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/udu-console.md) - [Projector-Equipped Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-gaming-accessory.md) - [Transforming TV Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/controller-and-remote.md) - [3D Holographic Game Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vividq-call-of-duty.md) - [Robotic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-bot.md)