Futuristic

Explore 26 award-winning designs tagged Futuristic on A Design News.

Designer: Yuhan Zhang Work: Vertical Eco Living Community Tag: Futuristic

Eden Rise

This project addresses Chicago's food deserts by creating a mile high vertical community at the lakefront, incorporating vertical farms that provide fresh produce within the urban fabric. Inspired by water droplet patterns, the four interconnected towers feature a tubular structure supported by a diagrid exoskeleton, maximizing structural depth and allowing for natural light and air circulation. Renewable energy sources, including wind turbines and cloud harvesting, create a self sustaining environment that can be reproduced in the future.

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Designer: Shengtao Ma Work: Submarine Tag: Futuristic

Pioneer

The modular survivable undersea research submarine is designed to improve the efficiency and safety of undersea research missions. Through the modular design, different functional blocks can be flexibly configured to adapt to various scientific research needs; it is also equipped with a navigator module to assist operations, and at the same time, the advanced survival support system ensures the safety and comfort of the crew during long-term submersibles.

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Designer: sxdesign Work: Unmanned Helicopter Tag: Futuristic

Skybridge

Skybridge is an unmanned helicopter designed for cargo delivery from ships to islands without ports. The airframe follows the streamlined forms of marine organisms to reduce drag and energy use. The fuselage panels are molded in one piece from composite materials, and the internal structure uses carbon fiber for a 32 percent weight reduction. A multi-hook suspension and undercarriage winches allow a payload of 260 kilograms at altitudes up to 6,000 meters and in winds of 12 meters per second. Operators on a support vessel control the helicopter remotely, guided by onboard cameras and sensors.

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Designer: Shengtao Ma Work: Space Exploration Vehicle Tag: Futuristic

Endeavor

Modular and detachable vehicles have become an effective solution to address the extreme environments of space, such as vacuum and radiation, as well as the diverse needs of exploration missions. Through modular design, different functional modules can be flexibly configured to adapt to various scientific research requirements; and through advanced survival support systems, the safety and comfort of astronauts during long-duration missions are ensured.

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Designer: Kun Wu Work: Modular Amphibious Evacuator Tag: Futuristic

Swimcar

Swimcar is a modular amphibious vehicle designed for flood-prone cities. The vehicle combines a sealed electric chassis with an independent cabin made of carbon fiber composite. A magnetic-hydraulic interface holds the two parts together during road use. When sensors detect rising water, the cabin is released and floats as a life raft, so passengers remain above the surface. An eco-benefit module purifies water through aeration and filtration while the vehicle travels. In-wheel motors provide propulsion on land and in water.

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Designer: yisong jiang Work: Futuristic E-Bike Concept Tag: Futuristic

ModuCruze

Moducruze is an electric bicycle concept designed for city commuting and recreational riding. The compact electric powertrain keeps the frame small and easy to store. Modular panels can be removed and refitted, so colors can be changed and accessories can be added. Lightweight composite materials provide durability while keeping the weight low. Throttle and brake controls are placed on the handlebars, and a connected application allows performance tracking and setting adjustment. The concept combines practical transport with personal expression.

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Designer: Xilin Tang Work: Multi Stop Delivery Drone Tag: Futuristic

Sky Route AI

Sky Route AI is a delivery drone designed for multi stop last mile logistics. Several packages are carried in a single flight, guided by artificial intelligence for dynamic route planning and by real time obstacle detection through LiDAR and camera modules. The body is made of carbon fiber composites, shaped by CNC cutting and resin infusion, and folding arms allow flight through narrow urban spaces. Brushless motors provide up to 45 minutes of flight per charge and a payload of up to 3 kg. The intent is to lower costs, shorten waiting times and reduce emissions.

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Designer: Mingxi Li Work: All Terrain Modular Rescue Robot Tag: Futuristic

Savior

Savior is an all terrain modular rescue robot developed for work in disaster areas. LiDAR sensors monitor the ground, and the robot switches between wheels and feet to move across complex terrain. The modular structure allows search and rescue, medical, transport or communication modules to be fitted for each mission. A hydrogen engine can be refueled or recharged and provides a long operating time. An artificial intelligence system analyzes mission data and plans the path autonomously. The robot measures 1000 by 996 by 428 millimeters.

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Designer: Mingxi Li Work: Gas Detection Drones Tag: Futuristic

Haidongqing

Haidongqing is a gas detection drone designed for industrial monitoring and emergency response. The form takes inspiration from the diving posture of an eagle, with lines that suggest speed. A modular structure holds gas sensors and a real-time data transmission system. The body is made with three-dimensional printing, computer controlled precision machining and carbon fiber composite molding, which keeps the drone light and strong. The drone measures 480 mm in width, 400 mm in length and 100 mm in height. A handheld device controls flight, while a display and alarm system report gas levels.

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Designer: Shubhangi Chuhadia Work: AR Spray Controller Tag: Futuristic

Aria

Aria is a handheld controller for spray painting in augmented reality. Used together with augmented reality glasses, Aria lets artists create 2D and 3D graffiti art in a virtual space. The index finger passes through a gap in the translucent cap, and a button on the top starts the spray. A menu button opens the interface, while scroll buttons change colour, nozzle type and size. The casing is injection-moulded plastic, and piezoelectric actuators give tactile feedback. Viewers can find the digital art in urban settings through their phones.

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Designer: QUAD studio Work: Shenzhen Super Headquarter Tag: Futuristic

Megalopolis X

Megalopolis X will be the new center in the heart of the greater bay area, close to the border between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. The master plan integrates architecture with pedestrian networks, parks and public spaces. Above and below ground transportation networks are being planned by maximizing connectivity in the city. A below ground sustainable infrastructure network will provide systems for district cooling and automatic waste treatment in a seamless manner. The aim is to establish a creative master plan framework of how cities will be designed in the future.

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Designer: Amin Qashqavi Work: Multipurpose Vehicle Tag: Futuristic

Bio Shift

Bio Shift is a modular vehicle concept designed for travel on land, in the air and on water. On the ground, Bio Shift moves like an electric car driven by an efficient electric motor. The greenhouse of the cabin is detachable and converts into a drone with four wings or into a surfing pod with two wings. The wings open and the rotors start, which allows vertical take-off and landing. The modular structure is inspired by the bacteriophage life cycle and by lunar mission modules. The aim is to offer safe and flexible exploration.

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