A robot shapes dresses. If we ourselves don’t feel in great shape, perhaps because we are experiencing stress, a special ball can help us calm down.
Now, thanks to a design student’s award-winning concept, items of clothing could soon fulfil the same function.
Inflatable elements of various sizes are sewn into the upper part of her garment. Where exactly depends on wearers’ physiques.
When inflated, the elements exert pressure on the parasympathetic nerve, the so-called ‘calm nerve’ which controls the body’s ability to relax. A concept similar to acupuncture.
In future, activation could be automated based on wearers’ vital signs. Particularly if garments were coupled with wearable fitness trackers.
To ease anxiety, a chair provides simulated embraces.
