Expand
A wearable pleated mask utilizing adaptive material systems for dynamic respiratory protection
against PM2.5 pollution in urban environments
Dynamic interface betweeen body and atmosphere
"Expand" is a pleated mask investigating geometric expansion principles found in nature to increase surface area. Inspired by natural morphologies, the project seeks to understand how health products can be environmentally responsive, and reframe protection through a dynamic interface between body and athmosphere
Paper, Polypropylene fabric, elastic, stainless steel, magnets
Medium
The structure expands when the front magnet is pulled down, transforming the object from necklace to protective mask, which offers a discreet alternative to the static N95 mask.
Rhinoceros, Python
Softwares
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Million
annual
Deaths
globally
from PM2.5
NYC average PM2.5 levels
WHO PM2.5 safety levels
Without air, your body is dead within 10 minutes.
There is nothing more fundamental than being able to breathe.
Small enough to enter lungs and bloodstream, but not big enough to cough up and metabolize
Originating from fossil fuel combustion, industrial processes, vehicle exhaust
Long term exposure leads to numerous health risks including cancer, neurodegeneration and respiratory diseases.
This is a PM2.5 particle
