It’s Time To Signel A Change

The ‘SIGNEL’ (Electroluminescent Signaling Glove for Urban Cycling) integrates an electroluminescent signaling area that follows the physiognomy of the hand. In lay terms it simply means that the gloves glow in the dark and provide illumination so that you can easily indicate your turns, even in pitch darkness.

Details:

• A textile switch placed on the forefinger sends an electrical signal to the electroluminescent driver to activate a flashing turn signal.
• It clearly communicates a left and right turn signal in the context of roadway traffic.

The SIGNEL is a Red Dot Award: Design Concept winner from 2014.

Designer: Sandra Chavarro

Radhika Seth

Radhika Seth is a design and technology writer with over 18 years of experience covering products, innovation, and the ideas shaping design. She serves on the jury of international design competitions, including the iF Design Award, and hosts Yanko Design’s Design Mindset podcast. A former Ogilvy advertising professional, she has also taught Communication and Design Journalism, bringing together her experience across design, storytelling, brands, and media.

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