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Velcro Wall Socket Conserves Energy
This concept uses the properties of Velcro to make plugs “stick” to the faceplate of a wall socket. By applying the back side of the Velcro to the faceplate, and the front side of the Velcro to the plug’s surface, both items now adhere to each other. In addition, the back side of Velcro is attached to the cable insulation, allowing the user to “fix” the cable to the carpet. The “Attach” design serves as a strong reminder to the user to unplug the plug. This small added convenience can translate into changed consumer behavior, thus conserving energy and helping the environment.
Designer: Chun-Chia Hsu, Yi-Ting Chen, Chia-Liang Hsu, Jun-Lin Fu, Teng-Yu Huang & Chia-Wie Chang
14 Comments »
Makenshi says
In the uk our outlets all have switches, so this seems rather funny to us!
euro says
Well yes, in UK outlets have switches, but the plugs are so ugly and large that you could fit a nuclear plant in them!!!
Anurag Sarda says
just awesome….
Paul says
Neat little idea, I think however that it wouldnt really have much of a use in the UK as we already have the problem covered.
Paul says
Neat little idea, I think however that it wouldnt really have much of a use in the UK as we already have the problem covered.
Tom says
I really cant see what this is! Am I correct in thinking they have 'invented' some velcro that sticks the plug in the socket better????
Tom says
I really cant see what this is! Am I correct in thinking they have 'invented' some velcro that sticks the plug in the socket better????
kristofer. says
since the uk is finding this concept hard to understand…even when not in use, items plugged into sockets use small amounts of energy. physically unplugging the items, not just switching them off, actually saves on energy.
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