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Hitesh Sharma, knitting technologist (CQA) and President of the International Federation of Knitting Technologists (IFKT), Canada/US section has developed a circular knitted fabric which can be used for the production of non-medical protective facemasks, and is making this H97-LoopCluster innovation available at no cost to circular knitted fabric manufacturers worldwide.
Read MoreUsers of the new tool can tap on the app to pull up a cash flow view, claim money they might be entitled to with a Benefits finder, review bills and spending, tailor credit repayments, and create an emergency budget, based on their level of impact during the health crisis.
Read MoreThe platform directs people to sites of care and support, based on their self-reported needs and emotional states. It brings together a variety of carefully curated resources across the social and healthcare systems, such as helplines and counselling by phone, employment support or family and caregiving support. One feature of this platform is a clinically validated self-assessment tool providing people with a set of recommended actions based on their assessment results.
Read MoreGlobal artists and partners have been working on The Plated Project to create limited edition art plates. Each art plate captures a moment from the life during COVID. For each plate sold, 100% of the proceeds go to Goonj and sponsor a ration and meal kit consisting of essentials like dal, rice, atta.
Read MoreThe necklace, called sChoker, crafted from carbon fibre, integrates thermal sensors which identify the infrared radiations emanating from the temperature of those passing by. It will then let the wearer know if they are at a safe or dangerous distance using either a visual or audio signal.
Read MoreSam Baron created the series of interventions to allow visitors to the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT) in Lisbon to navigate around the building while respecting social distancing guidelines.
Read MoreBubly’s parade is asking LGBTQ+ people and allies to don their best Pride looks, strut their stuff in a 3-7 second video uploaded to either TikTok or Instagram Stories using the hashtag #UnstoppablePride on Saturday, June 27. Bubly will then upload each video to the campaign’s webpage so that participants can watch as their personal march is added to the virtual parade.
Read MoreThe first offerings, TIME for Health, includes a new digital content destination on Time.com and a virtual wellness series, TIME for Health Talks, starting in the coming weeks. TIME for Kids, an in-classroom subscription product launched in the last 25 years, will remain free until the end of July and will extend its publishing scheduling beyond the usual school year due to the current crisis.
Read MoreA herbal extract obtained from neem oil, turmeric, tulsi (holy basil), ajwain (carom seeds), black pepper, gum arabic, clove, sandalwood and saffron has been used in the non-woven nano-fibre of this biodegradable mask, named 'pavitrapati', a patented invention.
Read MoreThis architecturally-minded home office cabin enables people to enjoy secluded, private workspace without the need for a home expansion. The space is designed for work and meetings, but has flexible program functions as a guest room or children’s playroom.
The capsule collection was first designed by Kateryna Sokolova for furniture company Casala one year ago but is now gaining relevance in a post COVID work environment. The cocoon-like shape of the capsule armchair offers a comfortable place where people can switch off from the outside world and be protected from distractions, ensuring social distancing.
Read MoreThe team of Takataka Plastics created small machines that sort, shred, and melt the plastic so that it can be remade into construction materials and, most recently, reusable, locally made plastic face shields for healthcare workers who are fighting COVID.
Read MoreStyle Group, company that manufactures fabrics for homes, businesses and hotels, has launched innovative fabrics made up of Antivaltex, a new fabric that kills COVID type viruses at the very contact, and Aircleantex, a fabric that transforms ultraviolet light and purifies the air. The technologies have been proven to eliminate COVID and the flu virus, following the testing and approval of Microbiological Solutions LTC UK.
Read MoreIsrael Smith, a sixth grader at Brookhaven Innovation Academy Charter School in Norcross, Georgia, built the game to combat COVID and the stress kids might experience from all bad news and the fact that schools were closed and they had to socially distance from family and friends. Smith redesigned the old-school cellphone game Space Impact, making it possible to shoot at cartoonish viruses moving across the screen.
Read MoreFor men who sport facial hair and long flowing beards, this everyday non-medical mask provides complete face and beard cover during COVID.
Read MoreThe idea for i-bient is to transform the experience of face mask-wearing, as well as other things we wear, into an intimate sensory system of natural fragrances. The wellness spirit is built-in to an innovative proprietary solution for our times. Users can create their personal ambient Floral Exotic in the morning, Citrus Green in the afternoon, romantic Sweet Rosey, active Citrus Invigorated.. and other choices.
Read MoreThe machine called the Dropbox, sterilizes books with UV light, thought to be able to kill viruses contained in the droplets in the air. Shaped like a filing cabinet, the Dropbox consists of six drawers, each fitting 14 books. The books are warmed for 24 hours at 40 degrees Celsius and exposed to UV rays for 10 minutes. The books are arranged so that each receives an equal amount of radiation.
Read MoreThe AirShield concept can clip over the dials of the air conditioning units above seats to 'adapt aircraft cabin airflow to prevent the spread of viruses'. Teague claims it could keep coughs and sneezes within the confines of a single passenger before removing them via the plane's air filtration system.
Read MoreBeginning in June, Sean Porter will host 'Daddy’s Dogs Drive-In Concert Series' at his flagship hot-dog stand in Nashville’s the Nations neighborhood. Different artists will perform on an outdoor stage built over a shipping container in Daddy’s Dogs’ parking lot, with up to 40 cars parked around it, tuning in to the music via an FM signal on car stereos.
Read MorePanera partnered with M7 Innovation, a tech company specialized in AI and immersive realities to create an AR experience, enabling fans to access immersive filters on Facebook and Snapchat. Customers can thus wake up with the company's signature coffee and breakfast wraps and can then flip their cameras over to be presented with an animated breakfast wrap on a tray.
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