Lotus 23 High-tech umbrella

The Lotus 23 is a fully retractable umbrella, built with flexible ribs that allow it to withstand severe storms. The canopy and frame are made of DuPont Tyvek® fabric, a durable self-cleaning material, and fold into the handle, squeezing out water as the umbrella closes up. The fabric mimics the hydrophobic properties of the Lotus leaf and gives the design its name.

MYGO Device for the visually impaired

The electronic device guides the blind user around “obstacles” in dynamic movements. It is able to communicate vital information about the environment to its users, restoring their ability to be spontaneous in everyday life. Mygo’s innovative optical sensors allow it to be ultrasensitive to its environment, and its lithium battery lasts for six hours.

Excubo Jacket

The Excubo (Latin for “I sleep outside”) jacket, helps commuters rest comfortably on public transportation. Sleek and unobtrusive, it’s designed with a system of cords and foam padding that, when tightened, transforms into a protective cocoon that any weary traveler can use for effective body support and peaceful sleep on planes, buses, and subways.