"Despite the popularity of traditional tape measures, their design is pretty much stuck in the past. The flimsy metal strips that constantly snap back at you are a nightmare for anyone trying to measure alone, and the cheap plastic housing often makes them look rather tacky. That hasn't stopped manufacturers from churning out the same basic design for decades, with laser versions offering only marginal improvements while struggling with reflective surfaces and poor lighting conditions."
"And, of course, there's no shortage of attempts to reinvent the measuring tool, like this Tape-X concept, which is both impressive and a tad futuristic. Ditching the plain utilitarian colors commonly used by classic tape measures, this LiDAR-powered device embodies what modern tech gadgets are best known for: sleek minimalism. Delightfully sculpted and mouth-watering in its automotive-inspired design, this concept definitely looks like you're holding the future of measuring in your hands."
"Of all the measuring tools available in the construction market, tape measures are perhaps one of the most universally cursed around the world. Their tendency to snap back, two-handed operation requirements, and flimsy construction delight absolutely no one. You can see these clunky devices almost everywhere building happens, and there is almost no one who doesn't have a horror story about them, even if few are actually familiar with better alternatives that could solve their problems."
Traditional tape measures use flimsy metal strips that snap back, require two-handed operation, and often reside in cheap plastic housings. Laser measures offer marginal improvements and struggle with reflective surfaces and poor lighting. The Tape-X is a LiDAR-powered measuring device with an anodized aluminum unibody and metallic dark finish inspired by automotive design. The device favors sleek minimalism and addresses usability issues by replacing retracting metal tape with LiDAR distance measurement. The sculpted aesthetic aims to feel premium, though the striking form could distract professionals accustomed to conventional tools. Designers are Jyothika K and Naazil Amen.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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