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PAD2016 Booklet
PAD2016 Booklet
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PRODUCT ARCHITECTURE DESIGN
MUO-E3001 / AUTUMN 2016 / COLLABORATIVE AND INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
AALTO UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF ARTS, DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE
CONTENT P.A.D. 2016
The year 2016 Product Architecture Design Master EERO
INTRODUCTION 3 module has been unique in many ways. Compulsory MIETTINEN
for the first year master students, the course gathered Professor, design
41 students from close to 10 different nationalities and international
forming 8 international teams, each with their specific
LUMINEQ HOME 4 product
characteristics and dynamics. They have provided
development
tremendous torque to create new ideas and concepts
Department of
in any context.
GREENHOUSE & WORKING 12 Design
This year the collaboration with the Finnish high tech
company BENEQ Oy gave the students a technology Aalto Arts
platform for designing future concepts with a wide Aalto University
BENEQIT 20
and long scope. Learning the possibilities of electro
luminence displays and the coating technologies
brought the students right into the heart advanced
BENEQ+ PUBLIC SPACES 28 development work and challenged them to push their
concepts from the inner human minds all the way
to the outer space. The concepts however have to
TOPIC SAFETY 36 represent also technical feasability and commercial
potentiality. They have to stand as building blocks
for a logical product family with a reasonable amount
SAVING LIVES 44 of components offering the widest span of variation.
The concepts have to have their users and their needs
identified and the students have to know who, how
BENEQ WORLD 52 many and where they are. Within these seven weeks
a close research and development community has
emerged in the very professional and cross disciplinary
LUMINEQ LAYERS 60 way Aalto University wants their graduates to face the
outside world. Capable of collaborating, elaborating,
creating, developing and presenting things that have
not existed before.
This could not have happened without the
knowledge, wisdom and understanding support from
BENEQ Oy and Schools of Engineering and Business
in Aalto University. We wish to thank Matias Impivaara
and Jani Aho from BENEQ for their excellent and
constructive support and guidance. Professor Katja
Hltt-Otto for her strong scientific input and facts
and professor Miikka Lehtonen for his inspiring
approach to business product architecture and
professor Tuuli Mattelmki, head of the Collaborative
and Industrial Design program, we sincerely hope the
collaboration will continue!
And last but not least, all the P.A.D. 2016 students
should be extremely proud both of the way they have
been working and the results compiled into this book.
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LUMINEQ HOME living environments, causing a
decrease in the quality of life and
living.
WHY THE LUMINEQ HOME?
The solution to the housing
vision is to get rid of visible
Intelligent Transparency displays and the accompanying
for Everyday Living LUMINEQ HOME CONCEPT technology, which makes the
When moving towards increased application of LED displays not
urbanisation, the workplace being preferred.
shifting from offices towards
homes and the increased product Lumineq technology can already
connectivity, Lumineq technology be integrated within glass
VISION OF THE FUTURE can contribute a technology- surfaces, displaying information
HOUSING free, in-house living environment. without the need for using visible
The Home of the Future vision By hiding visible technology displays anymore. In the future,
is based on several emerging (products) and offering the working principle behind
mega trends. The first trend integrated functions in furniture this technology can be applied
has a demographic nature: new or other elements can make life together with materials other
economic opportunities trigger a more simple and enjoyable. than glass.
movement towards urban living.
More people are going to live Lumineq can contribute The LUMINEQ HOME concept
within an urbanised environment. within the Home of the Future combines the current technology
Similarly, a more social-oriented by combining their existing and the living experience to the
Chengxin Hao technology with new materials, next level
trend can be distinguished
Pia Laulainen
whereas peoples work-life new functions and new
Saga Santala,
balance is going to change due technological applications.
Ralf Sieber
Pepijn van der Zanden to the fact more people will
start working at home. Both the
demographic and the social trend
hints that housing is facing new
challenges to solve. 1
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Wallpaper Magnetic Connector
Lumineq Displays
Control Unit
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Wood Veneer
Lumineq Displays
Heating Elements
Cooling Elements
Inductive Chargers
Tabletop
with milled pockets
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MUSIC LIBRARY A thin layer of wood veneer is
Music libraries such as Spotify or added to let the sofas wooden
Apple Music can be used through surface merge with the wireless
furniture-based displays. One can charging function.
enjoy the technological benefits
of their electronic devices while VIDEO
still enjoying a living environment To view an animated demo of the
that is largely free of the devices concept please visit:
visible presence.
SOFA
The sofa wirelessly charges
mobile devices by making contact
between the sofa and the device
which contributes to move more REFERENCES
freely in the house of the future.
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futureofsmallbusiness/
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Trends - Kjaer Global. (2014,
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com/trends
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GREENHOUSE
Community greenhouse
with aquaponics system
Arne Aaraas
Lena Clasing
Seoran Jin
Marjo Koivisto
Jangbae Lee 1
Esteban Solis
and green spaces will be rarer. environment, giving the website serves for displaying
So there will be an even higher possibility to grow fishes and information about the community
demand for natural spaces where plants in a sustainable system. greenhouse and booking plots or
people can have the possibility workshops. The application helps
to learn about natural processes, USER hobby growers and scientists to
understand ecosystems and grow The community greenhouse is organise and maintain the system,
their own species. aimed for people interested in update the information on the
ecosystems that want to learn greenhouse displays and monitor
CONCEPT more about these. It also offers their species.
Our concept consists of a the opportunity for growing and
community greenhouse that or studying different species.
integrates an aquaponics
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WORKPLACE
Products for a better working environment
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MODULAR RAIL
For the individual workstation
in the office we developed
a modular rail. This product
consists of an electrically
powered rail for attaching
displays. The aim is to
support customization and
communication between
colleagues. The information on
the displays consist of updates on
current projects and notifications
to employees. When more privacy
is required the screen opacity can
be adjusted.
Reception Installation
RECEPTION INSTALLATION
For the reception area of the
workspace our aim was to
develop a product that enhances
the experience for visitors and
clients of being in a reception
area. The panel consists of
several transparent walls fixed
on a base, offering the possibility
to display objects behind the
glass surfaces. The panels can
also rotate, giving the visitors
MEETING ROOMS
and clients the opportunity to
On the transparent glass walls of
get different information through
the meeting rooms we integrated
interaction. The information is
displays that improve the
customizable for each installation
communication between workers,
and can be anything from
facilitate orientation for clients
international news to updates
and support efficient meeting
about the company.
culture. The aim is to show useful
information about the schedule
of the meeting rooms, reservation
status, room information and
animated infographics.
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Arne Aaraas / arne.aaraas@gmail.com
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BENEQIT
Professional Usages with Modular Kits
Fabio Faccin
Xiao Yu Ji
Jong Bin Kim
Ting Jhen Yang
Jakub Zahor
THE VISION
Broaden the whole product line
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PRODUCT AND APPLICATION MEASURE & SCAN EXTEND EASILY
EXAMPLES From Individual to Team Work
Combine up to 5 sensors to dene
The Frame to Connect Displays,
the precise function of your We offer the standard sizes from
Battery and Modules
BeneQit. The sensors range from B5, B4 to B3 which are suitable
The BENEQIT includes standard precise measuring sensors; to Hi- for individual workers to group
sizes display from B5, B4 to B3 and Res Xrays; or e.g. Intrared cameras. work especially for the scientists
frame with the portable function station - from gathering the data
as well as stand for table work. independently then connecting
Additionally, the frame is designed and transfering to build the big
within the battery system which data together more effectively ASSEMBLY DISPLAY for TEAM WORK
can be charged quickly and plug- and efficiently. Connect the displays to share or
in easily. BENEQIT extend the extend for showing data
display to the entire product
architecture - B5 to B3 displays,
battery, portable and table stands USAGES for PROFESSIONAL
as well as the relevant sensors
Lumineq display which fits
which can assist many works.
scientific high end usages
perfectly within its good quality
Wireless Connection and reliability. We developed
CHOOSE YOUR GRIP
the product for scientific
6-12 hrs ADD POWER
ASSEMBLY DISPLAY for TEAM WORK products which contains various
Choose the right size of handles Connect the displays to share or profession fields from outdoor
Aluminium/Rubber for your use. Ranging from 250mm extend for showing data environmentalist, marine scientist,
to 500mm. soil scientists, botanists to lab
30mm scientists. Within the transparent
FOUR FEATURES of BENEQIT display, the scientist can do
35mm > 85mm the work efficiently - the items
Use Module Sensors to can be enlarged clearly through
CPU DEFINE the display as well as show the
Various Occasions
information they need at the same
time. That is, when analyzing,
examining, even connecting to
CUSTO- You Name It the data center, the display with
MIZE We Make It corresponding elements can
fulfill the professional demands.
In addition, the environmental
conditions of scientific usages
ANA- Instant Result by are strict to reduce the dust and
MEASURE / SCAN LYSIS BENEQ-Net any possible pollutant to affect
Combine up to 5 sensors to dene the experiment and samples. The
your BeneQit. The sensors range LUMINEQ display is suitable for
from precise measuring sensors; the situation, which is easily to
Build Your Team with
SHARE be cleaned and connected to
to Hi-Res Xrays; or e.g. Intrared BENEQIT
cameras. precision instruments.
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DIVING MAN WATCHMAKER
CHEMIST ARCHAEOLOGIST
Jessica, 25 y/o, shes a chemist Diana, 32 y/o, shes an archae-
researcher specialized in organic ologist currently working at a new
molecular study of parasites. catacomb site. The BeneQit helps
BeneQit lets her scan, visualize her and her team to detect the
as well as compare different DNA structure of the skeletons in order
structure in order to understand to speculate the age of the body
then to analyse the difference and to prevent possible breakages
between similar parasite during while removing it.
their degradation process.
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HOW TO USE BENEQIT BACKGROUND OF THE IDEA
3 Steps for Assemble BENEQIT From Limited Condition to
Scientific and Manufacturing
Industry
4
Get Your Own BENEQIT
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BENEQ +
PUBLIC SPACES
Navigating space and time
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practical information such as above-ground transportation to a
temperature, avalanche warnings, growing population.
and remaining travel time.
Inner glass layer Solar panels The current leading
MARKET INTEGRATION manufacturers of rope-hauled
transportation systems are
Luminescent display Sensors The air gondola is a key product Doppelmayr and Leitner, who
from the Viewdeq line due to together have produced about
the strong and expanding global 200 000 of the currently active
Outer glass layer 360 camera market for short-distance air gondola cabins worldwide. They
transport. Following the growing produce a variety of models of
trend of urbanization, the need gondolas and similar apparatus
for air-based transport solutions, that are used in tourism, winter
including for the purpose of sports, and urban settings.
Transparent floor commuting, will increase. The Viewdeq collaborates with these
capacity for the gondolas is of companies to understand how
100 riders per cabin per hour and to best incorporate the Beneq
will thus be a key solution for luminescent displays into these
providing safe, fast, and efficient structures in a meaningful way.
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Lumineq
display
The Muq automatically The Muq scans its owners After reminding its owner
senses when its owner calendar and incoming of upcoming meetings, The
enters the room and delivers emails for urgent markers Muq leads the way!
a morning greeting. then displays alerts.
Battery
Micro Chip
Sensors
Wifi receiver
Spread more than good The Muq is durable and The Muq settings are
cheer! With a bump of two can withstand dishwasher customized through an
Muqs, contact information temperatures. Once clean, it accompanying app: sync
The Muq model and messages are calls for its owner. with emails, weather, and
The Muq incorporates Beneq technology with a beautiful form. exchanged. more.
THE MUQ items. Through bi-quarterly For conference organizers, we The Muq will also be available
partnerships with animation and will offer a full event package of for sale for everyday use in
The Muq is a line of glass mugs typography designers, we will accessories and mementos to the office. Businesses will be
with incorporated display that continuously provide new and provide to their guests, available able to buy The Muq for all
act as a personal assistant when exciting offerings for display for rental. Among those items, their employees, which will
navigating in public spaces. For options. Our first planned The Muq will be the essential help them coordinate and
all our products, we prioritize collaboration would be with up- partner throughout these events, navigate their schedule. The Muq
quality and design along with and-coming student artists from accompanying each guest then becomes a partner and
functionality. With that in mind, Aalto University for a collection with scheduling info, updates, dedicated personal assistant with
we will partner with leading of playful yet practical ways and directions. Our integrated appointment reminders, news
Finnish glassware makers Iittala to display time and schedule luminescent displays will be updates, commuting information,
to design unique and versatile management. informative and always clearly reminders to stretch, and even
shapes for all our glassware visible, yet discreet. fun animations that are
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displayed during down time. The product fairs. The Muq will also
Muq is safe to hold liquids of all benefit from the pre-established
temperatures and can be cleaned reputations of Beneq, Iittala, and
in any dishwasher. Individual other partners.
The Muq mugs can be assigned
to specific team members and The market for The Muq rental
will automatically display their includes organizers of seminars,
owners name when placed in a summits and other gatherings
designated cabinet. involving large groups across
industries such as governments,
MARKET INTEGRATION multinational corporations,
universities, and more. The rental
KIWI Systems will focus on service will be an efficient way to
establishing and maintaining tap into a large and preexisting
long-lasting relationships with market of event organizers,
customers across various as well as allow the brand to
industries. In order to maintain introduce its products to event
this client network for both sales attendees, who may then choose Sara Gottschalk / sara.gottschalk@aalto.fi
and rentals, Kiwi Systems will to purchase The Muq products for
organize dedicated meetings, their office.
business trips, and seminars with Acha Konat / aicha.konate@aalto.fi
current and prospective clients. Meanwhile, The Muq sales are
focused primarily on office
The Muq will gain visibility environments of all sizes.
Tuukka Pyklinen / tuukka.pykalainen@aalto.fi
through social media and
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ACT ONCE
An interactive first aid kit
for fast action and education
BASIC INFORMATION
Act Once is not just a first aid
kit it is an active, smart device
that can improve both your life,
and everyone elses around you.
WHY BENEQ?
Act Once display enables
rapid cognitive processes in an
situation under a great pressure
and stress. Sometimes, peoples
lives are depending on the helper
to see, collect and use the right
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CHAINSAW Firstly, chainsaws which demand
complicated operations are not
simple for operators, especially for
Safety
Features
Steps to
Tree Felling
Care &
Maintenance
SOLUTIONS
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ANGLES
HAND
WHY BENEQ?
GUARD
BATTERY Beneq display will offer crisp view
and trouble-free guidance. It also
DISPLAY
FUEL protects users from sharp blades,
particles and dust. Wide viewing
REPAIR angle of the display allows the
operator to see information from
FILTER different cutting positions. Also,
BUTTONS the durable features of Beneq
CHAIN display allows the product long
BRAKE
BASIC INFORMATION PROBLEMS lifespan even in hard conditions.
Even though chainsaws enhance Chainsaws are complex devices to
work efficiency in outdoor work use in different positions and FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHAINSAW
such as woodcutting, construction environments. Thus, everyone who
PROTECTION COVER FROM CHIPS
work and rescue in disasters, they uses a chainsaw should have proper & TRANSPARENT DISPLAY 30
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SAFETY HANDLE/
ACCELEATOR
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POLICE SHIELDS
Impact resistance police shields
for peaceful demonstrations
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ABOUT SHIELDS
The police can switch from
guiding to distracting signals
viewed on TASEL display through
buttons on the handle. The detailed
information of communication
and warning signals are controlled
by the chief; the information shows
up automatically after the police
BACKGROUND DESIGN OPPORTUNITIES presses the bottom button. The
Although peaceful demonstrations BENEQ displays could be shields are equipped with sensors
are legal, the police still becomes embedded into the shields to: that enable showing rolling
involved in maintaining the order, give orientation for passageway information once two or more
to avoid clashes between rival in peaceful demonstrations (pic 1) shields come close to each other.
groups or to stop demonstrations act as the interaction tool
turning into a riot. Before having between the public and the WHY BENEQ?
conflicts, the most important police before conflicts (pic2, 3) Nonviolent communication is a we give shields a new meaning,
thing for police is to appease the show visual interference as powerful tool for peace, says that is talking, communicating
public sentiment in a nonviolent an additional protection for Riane Eisler. With Beneq displays and warning. In this way, we
way, not to disperse crowds or policemen when conflicts occur durability, clarity, transparency believe to have a less violent,
detain rioters directly. (pic 4). and fresh look with wide angle, more caring world.
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TOPIC SAFETY
Act Once, Chainsaw and Police Shields
Police Shield
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SAVING LIVES
CONCEPT 1:
AMBULANCE
INTERIOR
FRONTLINE & RESEARCH
Shih-Yu Chen
RESEARCH
Sauli Flander
Jinny Kim Our team visited Kallio Fire
Satu Niemi Station in Helsinki over 2
Miro Virta days and interviewed 2 senior
paramedics at the City of Helsinki
Rescue Department while
observing different types of
Beneq technology is reliable and durable in extreme rescue vehicles.
temperatures, moisture, vibration, and chemical
exposure. These strengths are impactful in situations
CURRENT ISSUES
that save lives: especially in frontline emergencies
and science research. Typically when an ambulance is
dispatched, a patient is either
treated on site, inside the
Our concepts include the interior ambulance, or is transported
ofambulances, fire rescue trucks, and to a hospital depending on the
severity of the medical situation.
theglassware in researchlaboratories.
In all these cases, a laptop and
Lifepak which is a portable
We were also mindful of the business case when monitor/defibrillator device, are
choosing our product areas. At the moment, Beneq used and moves with the patient.
technology requires a high unit cost and replacement When a patient is wheeled into
cost. We saw this as an opportunity rather than an ambulance, the laptop and
a disadvantage. In the public health sector, items Lifepak are positioned at their
are purchased carefully and dont get disposed docking stations.
frequently. The value for money is measured not
Currently when a paramedic
only by the initial set-up cost but also by the long-
provides treatment while the
term benefits. The high cost of Beneq product is
patient bed is in the reclined
justified by the benefits it brings over time to the
position, the monitor is not visible
health professionals and their work.
in the line of sight. Another issue
We believe the Beneq display can provide is that the small screen sizes of
exceptional value in saving lives in more efficient the Lifepak and the laptop are
and effective ways. inadequate for paramedics to
effectively monitor the patient
or share information when there
are multiple treatment personnel
inside the ambulance.
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CONCEPT PROPOSAL
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CONCEPT 2: been called and there is already
FIRE RESCUE TRUCK information about the scene,
there is no way to transfer this
INTERIOR
information to the crew of the
backup vehicles.
RESEARCH
CONCEPT PROPOSAL
During our visits to Kallio Fire
Station, we also observed the Fire The Beneq displays between the
Rescue Trucks and interviewed a front and back seat rows in the
firefighter and senior staff. fire rescue truck will improve
the communication between
the fire lieutenant seated at the
CURRENT ISSUES
front and his crew at the back. It
At the moment there are issues is easier to communicate when
in preparing for situations in the both parties see and hear the
truck before arriving at the scene. information at the same time.
Currently, the fire lieutenant
explains the best route inside The displays can be used to
a burning building verbally to share live streaming of data from
his crew, but this can be hard the scene to the crew, the chief
to remember. Furthermore, in and other rescue vehicles. For
situations where backup has example, the data can include
floor plans with heat maps or live
thermal imaging from a camera
at the site. Other information can
include databases required for
hazardous materials and vehicle
extrication. This information will
help the rescue team plan the
best route at the site and prepare
for the upcoming challenges.
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CONCEPT 3: quantitative measurements such
LABORATORY as temperature on the glassware
itself. The glassware can also track
GLASSWARE
and record data overtime.
CURRENT ISSUES
WHY BENEQ DISPLAY IN
Quantitative measurements such
LABORATORY GLASSWARE?
as temperature, pH and oxygen
levels of organic compounds are Experiments often involve Shih-Yu Chen / shih-yu.chen@aalto.fi
measured by inserting probes or the organic compounds to
athermometer in the glassware. reach extreme cold or hot
temperatures. The glassware Sauli Flander / sauli.flander@aalto.fi
that we investigated are cleaned
CONCEPT PROPOSAL
using acid wash. Therefore, the
Laboratory glassware will benefit durability of Beneq technology is Jinny Kim / hye.kim@aalto.fi
from displaying necessary ideal in this application.
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BENEQ WORLD THE VISION - MEGATRENDS
To predict the new opportunities
for Beneq we researched
are located in Asia and Africa.
Aspects related to administration,
infrastructure and social cohesion
The World of Transparent Displays different aspects of the future are emphasized.
by using Sitras annual report
Tilda Jyrsalo, Siiri Lepola, Maija Menp, Yiding Zhang, Yuze Wang of Megatrends. Sitra is a Finnish 3. Sustainability crisis now
future fund aiming to develop Climate change is affecting
sustainable well-being. Sitras everything and the world
three megatrends address needs solutions that supports
INTRODUCTION technology, globalization the sustainable development.
Beneq is a global company and Through our background research and sustainability. Based on Sustainability crisis is mainly seen
about half of its sales comes we realized that the future is Sitras research and our other as a concern with many complex
from the display business. really happening soon and our background research including challenges but at the same time
The transparent displays are world is changing faster than ever studying some future innovations it also provides big opportunities.
rather new and yet small part before. Due to these insights we and common themes we built Sitra points out that the
of it. When we started doing agreed that our concept needs our own future scenario that we behaviour of citizens, regarding
the background research and a strong and plausible context. used when creating new uses for the sustainability crisis, impacts
brainstroming, we were especially Therefore, we ended up creating Beneq displays. mobility, housing and eating.
interested in the direction Beneq a strong future scenario that we
is heading as a company as well used as a context for our ideas 1. Technology changes THE BACKGROUND OF THE
as the potential opportunities and developed one of the most everything BENEQ WORLD
it has. Where to go with the interesting idea a bit further. In According to Sitra technological We approached the design brief
display technology? And how to the end, we felt that the future advancement is especially visible from Beneq by developing a
serve people through displays in scenario and Beneqs role in that in questions surrounding work, strong future scenario including
the future? To offer insights for was actually one of our most livelihood and inequality. In the Beneqs advanced display
these questions we decided to fruitful findings. the future society, robotics, technology. Our proposed
research megatrends and future automation and artificial ideas are part of the created
visions. intelligence are dealing with futuristic system and they are
more and more challenging tasks, communicated through the
the definition of work and well- Beneq World.
being needs to be reconsidered.
Therefore, technology will form It is year 2035. The definition
new opportunities for better of work has changed due to a
living. technological unemployment.
Humans are no longer essential
2. Global interdependency and for keeping up the society.
growing tensions They have more time on their
Globalization is closely related hands than ever before. In a
to urbanization and to the ways context like this, the mental
people live and consume in the well-being, happiness as well
future: According to estimates, as meaningfulness needs to be
70 per cent of the global considered in order to humans
population will live in cities by feel satisfied. When the work
the year 2050. The biggest and in its traditional meaning isnt
most rapidly growing megacities offering this meaningfulness
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1
anymore, there is a need for new LOVING BENEQ HOME
activities. The Loving Beneq Home knows
who you are and cares about
To support the mental well-being you. It increases the feeling
of people, the role of hobbies of belonging by meeting your
is changing. As people focus on personality perfectly. The home
self-actualization, they have a collects information about its 2
chance to become experts and residents. This information is
talented individuals in their areas safe and never shared with other
of interests and skills. Through parties. The Beneq Home takes
the new sensible infrastructure, care of you and your safety. The
the robots are the important idea behind the Home concept
assets collecting data and is to bring artificial intelligence
studying human-beings to guide closer to humans in a friendly
them towards meaningfulness. way, creating mutual caring: The
home loves you and you love it
In the sensible infrastructure back. You can upload the Home BEDROOM AND BATHROOM
4. Toilet display
Beneqs display technology system and take it with you when 1. Display on the ceiling
Use your toes to browse the
can be applied to various kinds moving to a new apartment. The The display in the ceiling wakes
infromation in the display.
of areas. The whole totality of loving home interacts with you by you up by adjusting the lights.
displays form a larger system using Beneq displays integrated
5. Shower display
where the advanced technology to the apartment. We also built a 2. Display in the mirror
Adjust the temperature and the
meets the future human needs, physical prototype of the loving Your dream analysis is displayed
pressure of the water by using
creating meaningfulness to life, Beneq home. on the mirror.
the display.
by interacting with the humans in
new ways. 3. Bathroom mirror
6. Bathroom wall display The
The mirror analyses your health
display creates a relaxing
by scanning your face.
atmosphere for indulgement.
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Tilda Jyrsalo / tilda.jyrasalo@aalto.fi
BENEQ INSTRUMENTS
We wanted to develop one of However, Beneq instruments
our ideas a bit further to better are not only about magnificent Siiri Lepola / siiri.lepola@aalto.fi
show how much value Beneq festivals and performances.
displays could create in different They can be an approachable
fields. We got inspired from and exciting way to connect Maija Menp / maija.l.maenpaa@aalto.fi
Nigel Stanfords music video, people with music. For beginners,
as he used various examples for instance, the new music
of cymatics the science of instrument can guide them to Yiding Zhang / yiding.zhang@aalto.fi
visualising audio frequencies to play with it, making learning the
make music visible. chords or sheet music easier
and more fun. Instruments can Yuze Wang / yuze.wang@aalto.fi
We believe Beneq display also give straight feedback and
technology could add value in recommendations and encourage
the future music industry. A you to develop yourself further.
music performance not only Light and transparent instruments
gives you a listening pleasure also looks beautiful in different
but an unforgettable experience, home environments. A child can
including lights and visual effects form a lifelong relationship with
as well. Hearing is not the only her Beneq instrument as the
sense taken into account. Music appearance of the instrument can
festivals like Tomorrowland and change with her and her taste
Coachella prove that people are and interests.
willing to invest money and travel
long distances to get the unique Link to the entire video:
experience. https://youtu.be/0IC8jDb0VOo
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LUMINEQ LAYERS significant role in the experience
of everyday citizens souring into
space for commercial use through
NASA. As we look to the distant
future Lumineq Layers applies its
technology to commercial space
I would like to die on Mars, just not on impact Space X, Virgin Galactic and traveling and extraterrestrial
Elon Musk living.
Mu He
Mikko Kemppainen
Niko Rantanen
Yucheng Wang
Tito F. Williams II
BUSINESS MODEL
The future promises to change a household name. Educational
how we learn, how we see the institutions, commercial flights,
world, and how we continue to and governments will be the
survive. As we approach this core markets of Lumineq Layers.
future, the worlds of computer With cost structure supported
technology and organic life are by individual purchases, business
becoming one and the same. contracts, and government buy-
Soon the line between computer ins Lumineq Layers will rise as
technology and organics will a global force in information
become nearly indistinguishable. technology. NEWTON
Luminqs future is in merging The Way in which we acquire instantaneously as a virtual
these worlds. Partnering Lumineq Layers works by knowledge and educate students overlay. Equip with Dual cameras
with educational institutions, combining layers of Lumineq is evolving. As we approach and scanners Newton is capable
businesses, and governments transparent film to create the future education systems of documenting your findings
to connect to everyday people; dimension. Combined with a move toward tactility and in a photograph, video, or 3D
Lumineq will usher a new age touch responsive interface, matrix inclusive culture to varying object file to for printing. Satellite
of how we perceive the world display, location, mapping, and learning styles. Newton bridges location GPS allows Newton to
around us. Customers of satellite services, The Lumineq virtual reality with the world know where it is in the world not
Lumineq Layers are learners and Layers product-line draws a around us as an educational, only as a guide but as a personal
explorers who dare to experience vision for the future. explorative, and creative tool. mapping tool to become your
more. Students, researchers, and natural own adventurer. We can learn
Lumineq Layers will provide curiosity feens, hold Newton about our world high or low
Commercial space companies new augmented reality solutions up to the world around them, Newton the tool of learning in the
and national space agencies, to education and information accessing knowledge and data near future.
will partner with Lumineq technology for schools, nature
Layers to make our technology centres and astronomy explorers.
Lumineq Layers will play a
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GALILEO
As we look to the stars, we not cannot be seem by the naked eye
only learn about the world we live trough the windows of the craft.
in, but beyond. As commercial Space adventures are immersed
flights into space become into the environment of space,
available to the general public, interacting directly with Galileo
Galileo, serves the futures space to warp space itself as we will
travelers. It is built into the body pull, swipe, and squeeze our way
of the spacecraft to unveil what through the vistas of the universe
in zero gravity.
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ELON
Luminqs future is in not only in we will look to replicate the
merging worlds but creating a experience on Earth on other
vision for a new one. humanity planets. Elon would offer
dreams of one day living on mars. earthly components,in our new
Weather its mars or another extraterrestrial world, recreating
planet, extraterrestrial living the sky, plant, and animal life that
could be a reality for humanity. inhabits the third rock from the
As we often long for and in sun.
fact need natural experiences
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Full environmental immersion
Mu He / mu.he@aalto.fi
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www.aalto.fi www.beneq.com