Ergonomic Otoscope - The Ergonomic Otoscope incorporates a LED and beam splitter combination for illumination, an integral cast silicone insufflator, increased magnification, and a larger viewing area with greater off-axis viewing capability.
The external shape allows for a variety of hand sizes in a more comfortable position than current otoscopes. The hand positioning also lends to increased control of the patient contact point, thus increasing control and safety when viewing or insufflating. The device uses current specula and readily available batteries. Patent Pending.
Kuril Modular Storage System - Living in converted industrial spaces is increasingly popular and there is a need for furnishings that integrate with the sentiments of the space.
A modular storage system for today’s urban dweller requires single-person portability and assembly, non-obsolescent expandability, and easy structure modification.
This prototype was designed with strict attention to the user’s needs and the ultimate maufacturability including material consideration for size of production runs.
Steam Chair - The Steam Chair was born from salvaged steam radiator components. While the upholstery is a comfortable and supportive composite of batting, foam rubber, and goose down, the chair’s frame stays true to the language of steam heating, from the cast-iron fittings to the clevis hangers to the brazed and welded construction.
This chair appeared in the "Contemporary Objects & Utilitarian Crafts for the Home" exhibition at Artspace in Raleigh, NC.
Wholeday Watch - The Wholeday Watch gives the user a different outlook on the passage of the day than the standard wrist or pocket watch by utilizing a 24H movement--the hour hand revolves once-per-day instead of the standard twice-per-day.
The pattern of piercings in the case allows the user to watch the passage of the hour hand through the day's sections--early morning, business morning, lunch, afternoon, early evening, evening--before the hand passes out of sight at the day's end. For exact time one has only to open the case.
Crush Stool - HDPE is an amazingly tough material and therefore perfectly suited to use in outdoor furniture. Crush is not only inexpensive, it diverts materials from the waste/recycle stream and encourages slight movements while seated. It does not--fortunately or unfortunately--uncrush...
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