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Wolf of X@WolfofX Ā· Nov 3, 2024

Simple Ideas, Big Impacts šŸ§µ 1. Mesh drains in Australia prevent water bodies pollution. Should be a worldwide standard.

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A collection of 25 innovative design and infrastructure solutions from around the world that solve everyday problems with simple yet effective ideas, ranging from water pollution prevention and renewable energy generation to accessibility features and emergency response systems.

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    Simple Ideas, Big Impacts šŸ§µ 1. Mesh drains in Australia prevent water bodies pollution. Should be a worldwide standard.

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    2. A way of generating electricity from traffic x.com/i/status/18058ā€¦

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    3. In South Korea, the solar panels in the middle of the highway have a bicycle path underneath..cyclists are protected from the sun, isolated from traffic, and the country can produce clean energy.

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    4. Japanā€™s simple, elegant and super complex underground bicycle parking system

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    5. Richard Browning's jet suit was tested as an emergency response vehicle for paramedics in mountainous areas, where helicopter support would not be safe or practical.

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    6. Boston moved itā€™s highway underground in 2003. This was the result

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    7. The five-star Kimpton Fitzroy Hotel, located in Russell Square, London, features an innovative hidden wheelchair lift designs x.com/AweInspireMe/sā€¦

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    8. Intricate traffic organization in Chengdu, China.

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    9. German and Austrian traffic laws require drivers to form an emergency vehicle lane (Rettungsgasse) on the autobahn when traffic halts, allowing ambulances, fire trucks, and police to pass.

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    10. Liquid trees, designed for space-constrained cities, contain 600 liters of water and use microalgae to bind COā‚‚ and produce oxygen through photosynthesis.

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    11. In Australia, your tax return document shows where your tax money was spent

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    12. TenFold Engineering designed expandable mobile units in 20ā€™ and 40ā€™ sizes. The TF-20 uses unfolding technology to increase space by 300%.

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    13. Vacuum cleaners equipped with laser detection technology effectively uncover hidden dust.

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    14. In Hangzhou China, if you run low on battery, there are solar benches with USB ports and wireless charging pads

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    15. This automatic cleaning system makes sure that the public toilet is clean, dry and fresh for every new visitor

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    16. Some drugstores in the Czech Republic introduced shampoo and shower gel filling machines. Customers can refill their empty bottles with various products so they don't have to buy a new one everytime

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    17. Singapore's Light Rail Transit (LRT) system introduced its first driverless trains. These trains have smart windows that mist within 6 meters (20 feet) of residential buildings to ensure privacy.

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    18. Cool method of keeping ponds clean x.com/tradingMaxiSL/ā€¦

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    19. Emergency helmets for earthquake in Japan.. its design to protect the spine and upper vital organs. It will cover your shoulders and most of your back . x.com/tradingMaxiSL/ā€¦

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    20. This beach in Turkey with accessibility features

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    21. In Korea, umbrella dryers are a common sight, especially in public spaces like subway stations. These handy devices help keep floors dry and prevent accidents x.com/tradingMaxiSL/ā€¦

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    22. Zippers on city roads. It is said that it has increased the traffic efficiency by 15%.

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    23. Runaway truck ramps used in case of brake-failure

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    24. 3D modeling and mapping of underground pipelines using drones x.com/Visionaledge/sā€¦

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    25. Concentrated solar power (CSP) plant Cerro Dominador in Chileā€™s Atacama Desert