The twentieth Italian edition of the James Dyson Award he saw triumph “Iva“, an innovative stroller that transforms into a backpackdesigned to improve the mobility of families.
This international competition, promoted by the James Dyson Foundation, challenges design and engineering students to submit ideas that address concrete problems of everyday life.
The idea of ”Iva” was born from the observation of the difficulties parents face in transporting their children and their equipment. Designer David Popkov, inspired by his personal experience, created a product that combines lightness and practicality, thus responding to a real need.
“Iva” stands out for its foldable structure and the intelligent design that allows you to quickly switch from a stroller to a backpack. The jury appreciated not only the technical innovation, but also the attention to the social aspect of the design, in line with the principles of sustainability and social responsibility.
A cash award of 5,800 euros will allow Popkov to further develop the projectfocusing on prototyping and patenting, with the aim of bringing “Iva” to the market.
In second place was “StainEraser“, a device for the stain removal from fabrics, designed for use in public places. This tool uses ultrasoundwater and suction to clean effectively and safely, avoiding the use of harmful chemicals.
The creators, students at the Politecnico di Milano, have developed a solution that not only addresses a common problem, but also promotes sustainable consumption practices, reducing the need for frequent washing and the associated environmental impact.
The third finalist, “Enki”, is an active exoskeleton designed to support rescuers in emergency situations.. This innovative device relieves physical stress and facilitates the transportation of people with motor disabilities, demonstrating special attention to the challenges that rescuers face in difficult conditions.
Students at IUAV University of Venice developed “Enki” in response to extreme events such as floods, integrating advanced technologies to ensure optimal functioning in critical situations.
The jury, composed of industry experts and engineer James Dyson, selected the winning projects based on criteria of innovation, functionality and sustainability. The Italian finalists will now move on to the international phase of the competitionwhere they will compete against projects from other countries. The international winners, chosen by Dyson himself, will be announced on November 13 and will be able to win up to €35,000.
Source: www.hwupgrade.it
