Showing posts with label Design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Design. Show all posts
Fighting Poverty with Art
Lola Apolinario is a plastic artist and she is teaching how to make cute things from waste materials. The students are single mothers from poor zones of Lima. The mothers are learning how to do art from waste and at same time they are building productive chains and markets for their products.
Safe Water
We are participating in:
- NASA "Create the Future" Design Contest
- Winner!!! BiD Network "Business Benefiting Children"
- Finalist!!! Bing Bang Challenge Astra Zeneca
Press (in Spanish)
- Universia
- El Comercio
- Climas de Cambio PUCP
- NASA "Create the Future" Design Contest
- Winner!!! BiD Network "Business Benefiting Children"
- Finalist!!! Bing Bang Challenge Astra Zeneca
Press (in Spanish)
- Universia
- El Comercio
- Climas de Cambio PUCP
"Create the Future" Design Contest 2011
You are invited to enter the 2011 "Create the Future" Design Contest, sponsored by COMSOL, Creo - a PTC product, and Tech Briefs Media Group. The ninth annual contest will recognize outstanding innovations in product design, awarding a Grand Prize of $20,000 USD.
New this year is an Electronics Design category sponsored by Digi-Key Corp. Additional entry categories include Consumer Products; Machinery & Equipment; Medical; Safety and Security; Sustainable Technologies; and Transportation. Entries can be submitted by individuals and/or teams in up to seven categories.
The top entry in each category will receive a workstation computer from Hewlett-Packard. The top ten most popular entries, as voted on by site registrants, will get a 3D mouse from 3Dconnexion. All qualified entrants will be included in a drawing for NASA Tech Briefs T-shirts, and the winning entries will be featured in a special supplement to NASA Tech Briefs magazine. All entries must be received by June 30, 2011. There is no cost to enter.
Visit www.createthefuture2011.com for details and the official entry form.
Here some of my favorities projects:
The combined turbine is in 3 times more effective than the already existing. This effect is reached by that, between vertical blades of the turbine horizontal propellers are located (free or rigidly), which force air into the space between blades. Between these propellers in the center of the turbine is located a turbodetander.
We use a pen drive to transfer data from one system to other system. My idea is if the data is in one USB and if we want to transfer it to another USB there is no need to transfer it to your personal computer. Instead the USB drive has an option of a slot on its other end to insert another pen drive to it. The pen drive which is charged through computer detects any USB connected to it. it reads the data and transfers the data to the USB by operating of the switch on button.
The Trekr Loop Handle© is a new handle design for mankind’s oldest and simplest machines: hammers, hatchets, pickaxes, etc. The loop design offers several advantages over the traditional handles. The loop end makes losing grip on the handle almost impossible; it would offer an ideal handhold if used on rock-climbing pickaxes.
This is an adjustable geometry prone recumbent bicycle. The bike is displayed in its "down" position. At low speeds it is "upright", allowing balance by aligning the riders hips over the pedals and the hands over the front wheel. At speeds over 30 mph, the bike will lower down by use of pneumatic gas springs and allow the rider to maintain a more streamlined position for reduced wind resistance.
New this year is an Electronics Design category sponsored by Digi-Key Corp. Additional entry categories include Consumer Products; Machinery & Equipment; Medical; Safety and Security; Sustainable Technologies; and Transportation. Entries can be submitted by individuals and/or teams in up to seven categories.
The top entry in each category will receive a workstation computer from Hewlett-Packard. The top ten most popular entries, as voted on by site registrants, will get a 3D mouse from 3Dconnexion. All qualified entrants will be included in a drawing for NASA Tech Briefs T-shirts, and the winning entries will be featured in a special supplement to NASA Tech Briefs magazine. All entries must be received by June 30, 2011. There is no cost to enter.
Visit www.createthefuture2011.com for details and the official entry form.
Here some of my favorities projects:
The Combined Aero-Hydro-Turbine and Propeller
The combined turbine is in 3 times more effective than the already existing. This effect is reached by that, between vertical blades of the turbine horizontal propellers are located (free or rigidly), which force air into the space between blades. Between these propellers in the center of the turbine is located a turbodetander.
Greenerator - The Green Residential Generator
Some lucky people live in private homes, which gives them the option to install solar panels and wind turbines in their gardens and rooftops. But what about the majority of the people on the planet that reside in apartment buildings and don’t own their own roof or backyard? The Greenerator gives a clever solution to that problem.
USB TO USB Data Transfer
We use a pen drive to transfer data from one system to other system. My idea is if the data is in one USB and if we want to transfer it to another USB there is no need to transfer it to your personal computer. Instead the USB drive has an option of a slot on its other end to insert another pen drive to it. The pen drive which is charged through computer detects any USB connected to it. it reads the data and transfers the data to the USB by operating of the switch on button.
Loop Handle Design
The Trekr Loop Handle© is a new handle design for mankind’s oldest and simplest machines: hammers, hatchets, pickaxes, etc. The loop design offers several advantages over the traditional handles. The loop end makes losing grip on the handle almost impossible; it would offer an ideal handhold if used on rock-climbing pickaxes.
Adjustable Geometry Bicycle
This is an adjustable geometry prone recumbent bicycle. The bike is displayed in its "down" position. At low speeds it is "upright", allowing balance by aligning the riders hips over the pedals and the hands over the front wheel. At speeds over 30 mph, the bike will lower down by use of pneumatic gas springs and allow the rider to maintain a more streamlined position for reduced wind resistance.
IndieGoGo
IndieGoGo offers anyone with an idea - creative, cause-related, or entrepreneurial - the tools to effectively build a campaign and raise money.
Designed to meet your funding needs, anyone can start raising money immediately on IndieGoGo. Offer unique perks or tax deductions to your contributors in lieu of offering profit, but always keep 100% ownership. Each campaign has the opportunity to be featured on our homepage, placed in the press, or exposed via social media.
Who can use IndieGoGo?
IndieGoGo is open for anyone to use, with any type of campaign - creative, cause-related, or entrepreneurial.
Where is IndieGoGo located?
IndieGoGo is based in the United States, but we have members in 189 countries and counting. You can post and fund a campaign from any country as long as you have a valid bank account or credit card.
Designed to meet your funding needs, anyone can start raising money immediately on IndieGoGo. Offer unique perks or tax deductions to your contributors in lieu of offering profit, but always keep 100% ownership. Each campaign has the opportunity to be featured on our homepage, placed in the press, or exposed via social media.
Who can use IndieGoGo?
IndieGoGo is open for anyone to use, with any type of campaign - creative, cause-related, or entrepreneurial.
Where is IndieGoGo located?
IndieGoGo is based in the United States, but we have members in 189 countries and counting. You can post and fund a campaign from any country as long as you have a valid bank account or credit card.
Grassroot Innovation in Peru
Currently changes happen quite fast and a new innovation appears almost every day for example "D.light Design" with his LED solar lamp oriented to poor families in developing countries and "Embrace" with the design of a low-cost infant warmer for the base of the pyramid. All the above-mentioned innovations have been created in the developed world but there are many examples of innovations created in the developing world. However they are not world-known and invisible for international media. Maybe the most known case is: William Kamkwamba. A grassroot inventor from Africa, he built a windmill to power electrical appliances in his house from materials collected in a local scrapyard. His case is not the only one. There are many William's in the developing world.
In this article, I will share with you, the case of grassroot innovators from Peru. The barriers and problems that they face are world-wide spread and specifically often in developing countries. But problems have also solutions and thank to a network of international NGOs, which are supporting these initiatives, positive changes are happening. I would like to mention the story of the Yachachiqs (Yachachiq is the quechua name for people who pass on knowledge). It is based on the fusion of native knowledge and modern knowledge in order to develop appropriate technologies. Finally, I would like to propose some alternatives to motivate the creation of self- sustainable communities and ecosystems for grassroot innovation in developing countries.
In this article, I will share with you, the case of grassroot innovators from Peru. The barriers and problems that they face are world-wide spread and specifically often in developing countries. But problems have also solutions and thank to a network of international NGOs, which are supporting these initiatives, positive changes are happening. I would like to mention the story of the Yachachiqs (Yachachiq is the quechua name for people who pass on knowledge). It is based on the fusion of native knowledge and modern knowledge in order to develop appropriate technologies. Finally, I would like to propose some alternatives to motivate the creation of self- sustainable communities and ecosystems for grassroot innovation in developing countries.
Point of use household water treatment system
Point of use household water treatment system: The system is a practical and effective solution for providing sustained access to safe water in Peru. The system use biosand filters, chlorination and safe storage which are identified as the most effective according to our research and having the greatest potential to become widely used in Peru. The goal of our system is to empower people without access to clean water to improve water quality by treating it and storing it in the home. The key features of our system are as follows:
- Produce sufficient quantities of clean water to meet daily needs
- Effective for treating different water sources and quality levels
- Low cost, accessible and affordable replacement units and parts
Lack of access to safe water contributes significantly to disease and death resulting from infectious diarrhea and other debilitating illnesses. When poor families cannot afford adequate access to safe water, they buying water from cheaper sources that may have higher levels of contamination, or they may use less water, which could reduce their defenses against diseases. Household water technologies offer valuable treatment of drinking water. Priority could be placed on areas with the most highly contaminated water or those that collect water directly from surface waters without any treatment. Could be placed in schools and hospitals for a wide-spread effect on some of the most vulnerable populations.
- Produce sufficient quantities of clean water to meet daily needs
- Effective for treating different water sources and quality levels
- Low cost, accessible and affordable replacement units and parts
Lack of access to safe water contributes significantly to disease and death resulting from infectious diarrhea and other debilitating illnesses. When poor families cannot afford adequate access to safe water, they buying water from cheaper sources that may have higher levels of contamination, or they may use less water, which could reduce their defenses against diseases. Household water technologies offer valuable treatment of drinking water. Priority could be placed on areas with the most highly contaminated water or those that collect water directly from surface waters without any treatment. Could be placed in schools and hospitals for a wide-spread effect on some of the most vulnerable populations.
Create the Future
"Create the Future" Design Contest, sponsored by COMSOL, Creo - a PTC product, and Tech Briefs Media Group. The ninth annual contest will recognize outstanding innovations in product design, awarding a Grand Prize of $20,000 USD. Visit www.createthefuture2011.com for the exciting details.
Create the Future Design Contest
The Eighth "Create the Future" Design Contest is now open for entries. The
contest is an opportunity to receive global recognition and a cash prize
of $20,000 for a breakthrough product idea. Contest begins March 1, 2010 and ends June 30, 2010. We must receive your entry by 11:59 pm ET on June 30, 2010.
Six categories for your entry:
* Consumer Products -- Products that increase quality of life in the workplace, at home, during leisure time, or while traveling.
* Machinery and Equipment -- Products that speed and improve work, manufacturing, or scientific research processes.
* Medical Products -- Products that improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare.
* Safety and Security -- Products that enhance the security or safety of individuals, businesses, communities, or nations.
* Sustainable Technologies -- Products that help reduce dependence on non-renewable energy resources, as well as products designed for other purposes using environmentally friendly materials or manufacturing processes.
* Transportation -- Products that enable movement of people and goods from one place to another.
For official rules and to submit your entry, go to: http://contest.techbriefs.com/
contest is an opportunity to receive global recognition and a cash prize
of $20,000 for a breakthrough product idea. Contest begins March 1, 2010 and ends June 30, 2010. We must receive your entry by 11:59 pm ET on June 30, 2010.
Six categories for your entry:
* Consumer Products -- Products that increase quality of life in the workplace, at home, during leisure time, or while traveling.
* Machinery and Equipment -- Products that speed and improve work, manufacturing, or scientific research processes.
* Medical Products -- Products that improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare.
* Safety and Security -- Products that enhance the security or safety of individuals, businesses, communities, or nations.
* Sustainable Technologies -- Products that help reduce dependence on non-renewable energy resources, as well as products designed for other purposes using environmentally friendly materials or manufacturing processes.
* Transportation -- Products that enable movement of people and goods from one place to another.
For official rules and to submit your entry, go to: http://contest.techbriefs.com/
International Development Design Summit
The 2010 International Development Design Summit (IDDS) will take place from 7-30 July at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO, USA. IDDS 2010 will be somewhat different from previous years - whereas past summits focused on creating prototypes, this summit will focus on turning these prototypes into products and getting them into the hands of people who can use them. It is the goal of IDDS 2010 to guide project teams through the process of becoming viable ventures with business plans to disseminate their innovations at scale. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the many challenges of entrepreneurship and technology dissemination for developing markets with a diverse group of people from around the globe.
Green Design & Manufacturing
Tech Briefs Media Group, publisher of NASA Tech Briefs, has just launched the Green Design & Manufacturing Web site at www.greendesignbriefs.com. There's a one-stop source for the latest news and technology innovations for sustainable design.
Buckminster Fuller Challenge
The Buckminster Fuller Institute announces the call for entries to the 2010 Buckminster Fuller Challenge, an annual $100,000 prize program to support the development and implementation of a solution that has significant potential to solve humanity's most pressing problems.
-The deadline for entries is midnight (Eastern time) on OCTOBER 30, 2009.
-For the call for entries, instructions for how to enter, reference materials, and much more, visit: http://challenge.bfi.org
-The deadline for entries is midnight (Eastern time) on OCTOBER 30, 2009.
-For the call for entries, instructions for how to enter, reference materials, and much more, visit: http://challenge.bfi.org
The Buckminster Fuller Challenge from Buckminster Fuller Institute on Vimeo.
International Development Design Summit
Chlorine Dosing Team
Cool Storage Team
Shea Oil Extraction Team
Bluetooth Innovation World Cup
The Bluetooth SIG is looking for new applications and products using the Bluetooth low energy technology primarily in sports, fitness and health care. Learn more about the competition.
Designing Mobile Technologies for the Next Billion Users
NextLab is a hands-on year-long design course in which students research, develop and deploy mobile technologies for the next billion mobile users in developing countries. Guided by real-world needs as observed by local partners, students work in multidisciplinary teams on term-long projects, closely collaborating with NGOs and communities at the local level, field practitioners, and experts in relevant fields.
International Development Design Summit 2009
The 90 participants and organizers from around the world will work together to attempt to create, within weeks, technologies that could change lives. The twelve project IDDS 2009 teams went as follows:
Water, Sanitation and Health:
Chlorine Dosing
Local Chloring Production
Kid Friendly Latrine
ICT Enabled Baby Monitoring
Energy and Environment:
Small Scale Energy Storage
Cool Storage
Recycled Plastic Products
Portable Hydro Powered Light
Agricultural Processes:
Groundnut Threshing
Cassava Processing
Rice Threshing
Shea Oil Extraction
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SUMMIT, VISIT THE 2009 BLOG OR IDDS HOMEPAGE.
Water, Sanitation and Health:
Chlorine Dosing
Local Chloring Production
Kid Friendly Latrine
ICT Enabled Baby Monitoring
Energy and Environment:
Small Scale Energy Storage
Cool Storage
Recycled Plastic Products
Portable Hydro Powered Light
Agricultural Processes:
Groundnut Threshing
Cassava Processing
Rice Threshing
Shea Oil Extraction
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SUMMIT, VISIT THE 2009 BLOG OR IDDS HOMEPAGE.
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