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Tickless Mini Ultrasonic Tick and Flea Repellent

ProtectOne Global Ltd Ultrasonic Tick and Flea Repellent Pet Care Wednesday, 9 September 2026

Tickless Mini

Tickless Mini is an ultrasonic tick and flea repellent for pets. The device attaches to a collar or a harness with side tabs and stays fixed during movement. Tickless Mini emits ultrasonic pulses that disturb ticks and fleas, so parasites can be kept away without chemicals or fragrances. A rechargeable lithium ion battery powers the unit and defines its compact form, which measures 2.35 cm in width, 4.35 cm in height and 1.75 cm in depth. The small and light body makes the repellent suitable for pets of all sizes.

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Culture to Technology Identity Placard

Lei Wang Placard Graphic Tuesday, 8 September 2026

Culture to Technology Identity

Culture to Technology Identity is a poster designed for display in bus stop light boxes. In the upper section, the Chinese character for Anhui is framed by the classic contours of Huizhou architecture, recalling the regional history and culture. The character gradually transforms into a circuit, ending in the four Chinese characters for Hefei High Tech. The poster measures 60 by 90 centimeters. The gradient blue tones are printed with spot color overprinting, and the circuit lines are coated with local UV varnish for a raised effect.

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Nong Li Beer Packaging

China Resources Snow Breweries Beer Packaging Packaging Monday, 7 September 2026

Nong Li

Nong Li is a beer packaging design inspired by the Yangshao Culture of ancient China. The bottle is shaped after the Shuang Er Ni Yu, a salamander fish patterned pottery vessel used as a liquor container in that early culture. Black pottery craftsmanship is combined with a traditional glass form, and the dark color protects the beer from light and temperature changes. Geometric patterns add visual interest and provide a secure grip. The cap illustrates four steps of an ancient Chinese toast ritual: taste, offer, respond and reciprocate.

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Babyfirst Ez 1 Child Safety Car Seat

Ningbo Baby First Baby Products Co., Ltd. Child Safety Car Seat Baby Products Sunday, 6 September 2026

Babyfirst Ez 1

Babyfirst Ez 1 is a child safety car seat designed for children from newborn to seven years of age. The seat offers electric 360 degree rotation and tilt adjustment, which can be controlled remotely through an application or the car system. A swipe on the side impact block starts the rotation, and dynamic lighting follows the direction of movement. An LED screen with a circular button gives clear tactile feedback in a dim cabin. The seat is made from PP and EPP, with cooling and mesh fabric covers for breathability, and meets the ECE R129 standard.

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No Footprint Wood House Residential Architecture

Oliver Schütte Residential Architecture Sustainable Product Saturday, 5 September 2026

No Footprint Wood House

The No Footprint Wood House is located along the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Its bioclimatic design integrates with the surrounding lush tropical forests and natural habitat. The project forms part of the multi-award winning No Footprint House series. Climate-responsive building variations are based on passive design strategies. Industrial building techniques and prefabricated components are combined with locally harvested and regenerative construction materials. The project promotes integral sustainability in terms of its social, economic, environmental and spatial performance.

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FOODres Food Waste 3D Printing

Yiqing Wang and Biru Cao Food Waste 3D Printing Social Friday, 4 September 2026

FOODres

Foodres AI Printer is a desktop 3D printer that turns food scraps and organic waste into functional crafts. The printer and its mobile application use artificial intelligence and a phone camera to identify materials and match them to printable recipes. Users drop in food waste, then select forms and sizes to print items such as cup holders, coasters and decorative objects. A translucent shell makes the printing process visible, and only two openings and a minimal control panel are provided. The design supports everyday food saving and creative reuse at home.

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