Among many other bizarre inventions, CES 2022 featured a breathalyzer to detect Covid-19, a robot massage table and an ultraportable electrical wheelchair.
It will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The massage table, by Massage Robotics, has two arms and responds to verbal commands in real time, but it has a whopping $310,000 (£228,000) price tag, and was just one of a number of relaxation devices on show at CES this year.
Covid-19 was present all through the event. This includes in the absences of major companies like Amazon and Google. But it also participated in the purposes of many products that were on display. One of these included a Breath Analyzer, which detects the virus.
Among many other bizarre inventions, CES 2022 featured a breathalyser for Covid-19 detection, a robotic massagetable and ultra-portable electric wheelchair.
MailOnline has compiled this collection of weird and wonderful inventions that were revealed by large and small businesses during the annual event.
Robotic massage table
The 2022 Consumer Electronics Show featured a lot of massage and comfort, with the debut of a fully-automated massage table.
Massage Robotics has unveiled the fully body massage robot. It was made to be used in a salon to assist people who cannot tolerate a human masseuse.
The massage table, by Massage Robotics, has two arms and responds to verbal commands in real time, but it has a whopping $310,000 (£228,000) price tag, and was just one of a number of relaxation devices on show at CES this year
Startup built the robot using two arms. It covered seven feet to be able to comprehend verbal commands.
The neural network allows the device to instantly exchange data and to respond to user’s needs.
These robot arms work in six axes, and can be combined to provide a perfect massage experience for anyone on the table.
Based on your needs, it can adjust location, time, distance, speed, force, and even remove knots from your back.
A smartphone library will allow users to save favourite routines and to easily share them with others.
It does come with a hefty price tag, as it is aimed at the commercial, rather than home market, with a base model costing $310,000 (£228,000).
Covid-19 breathalyser
The OPTEEV Freedom from ViraWarn, a portable Covid-19 detection breath analyzer was introduced at the 2022 Consumer Electronic Show.
This device can be used to prevent disease and not confirm it. It also works with other viruses than Covid-19.
The OPTEEV Freedom from ViraWarn, a Covid-19-detection breath analyzer handheld, was presented at the 2022 Consumer Electronic Show.
The company has also created a portable device to function as a breathalyser and a room detection air analyzer, which performs the same function but passively.
Conrad Bessemer was chairman of Opteev and co-founder.
Opteev is a missionary who aims to improve personal health safety. He believes that we should be less tolerant of virus-promoting behaviours, but that it’s also important to bring back the classroom and office.
The firm claims that its device is discreet and instant, which can be used to exit a gym, Uber or other ride-sharing service.
A handheld device, which functions like a breathalyser is also available. The firm also offers a room detection air analyser that does the same function but passively.
Ultraportable wheelchair
On Wednesday, the WHILL Model F personal electric vehicle foldable was displayed at CES. It is designed to be extremely portable.
This device is made to work for all people, including seniors or those with difficulty walking.
On Wednesday, the WHILL Model F personal electric vehicle foldable was displayed at CES. It is designed to be extremely portable.
The new mobility vehicle was not designed to replace a traditional wheelchair. It is made for active daily use, and it’s intended for people with disabilities.
The technology is lightweight and easily foldable.
You can also use the smartphone app to control and lock your Model F from anywhere, check mileage and monitor battery life.
Lifelike humanoid robot
A humanoid robot Ameca, designed by Engineered Arts, received its public debut at CES after being shown off for months on YouTube.
This grey-faced humanoid bot was designed with facial movements and interactions closely resembling human behaviours.
After months of being displayed on YouTube, an Ameca humanoid robot was finally made public by Engineered Arts.
The video was uploaded by the Cornish company to YouTube late last year. Elon Musk responded to this tweet with a sarcastic, “Yikes!”
Although the device was not intended to be a product, it is being developed as a platform for research. However, the company envisions humanoid robotics that can be used in public services environments such as airport information terminals.
Engineered Arts director of operations Morgan Roe said, ‘We were extremely surprised.’ It was a huge success overnight. On one tweet, we had 24,000,000 views.
Ten seconds toothbrush
Conceptual design for a new toothbrush type that cleans teeth faster than a traditional brush.
The first unveiling of the device by this previously unidentified company was at CES 2017, and it is available for purchase in more than 50 countries.
The Y-Brush concept is a design for a new kind of electric toothbrush. It claims that it cleans teeth faster than a traditional brush and takes only 10 seconds to do so.
The prototype version of this brush is the latest and most improved. It features a toothbrush head that looks like a mouthguard, but is filled with nylon bristles.
An internal motor vibrates as the bristles brush your teeth.
According to some reports, the handle on the original brush was difficult to grip. The new model is rounder and more tapered to facilitate holding.
You only need to turn the brush as you did with the original.
Vehicle that can fly ultralight
SkyDrive SD-03, an ultra-light and compact flying vehicle, was presented at CES 2022, Las Vegas, Nevada.
SkyDrive, an eVTOL business, was established in Tokyo, Japan in July 2018. Their mission is to create safer, more economical aircraft.
SkyDrive SD-03, an ultra-light and compact flying vehicle, was presented at CES 2022, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Plan is to begin using the aircraft in the middle of next decade for moving people and goods within a rural area or an urban setting.
The firm designed this model, shown off at CES, as an ‘on-demand airtaxi booked using cell phone’, that, once booked would fly passengers to their destination.
It can carry a single passenger, and has an approximate cruise speed of 25-31 mph with a maximum flight time of 5-10 minutes.
The length is approximately 13.1 feet, the width is 13.1ft and the height 6ft 6 ins. It takes up around two parking spots.
When the product goes on sale, it is expected that speed and flight times will increase by 2026.
L’Oreal hair dye system
L’Oréal unveiled its latest beauty technology innovation at CES, in the form of the Colorsonic, a lightweight, handheld device that uses an innovative, mess-free process to mix hair colour and apply it evenly.
Salon stylists can also use the Coloright AI-driven hair color system.
L’Oréal unveiled its latest beauty technology innovation at CES, in the form of the Colorsonic, a lightweight, handheld device that uses an innovative, mess-free process to mix hair colour and apply it evenly
They can project desired shades onto the hair, which allows them to achieve the perfect mix before they dye it. You can choose from thousands of choices.
The product was designed in response to consumers’ demands and improved over the years to deliver the perfect amount of hair color.
This device uses an oscillating nozzle to apply dye. The bristles move in a zigzag fashion, evenly distributing it throughout the hair.
L’Oréal plans to launch Colorsonic to consumers in the U.S. beginning in early 2023
‘After years of research and development, we are thrilled to unveil technologies ahead of this year’s Consumer Electronics Show that modernise the experience for millions of people worldwide who colour their hair at home and in the salon,’ said Guive Balooch, Global Head of Research and Innovation’s Tech Incubator at L’Oréal.
Colorsonic’s mission is to “use science and technology to address age-old consumer issues.”
L’Oréal plans to launch Colorsonic to consumers in the U.S. beginning in early 2023.
The WEIRDEST AND WONDERFUL INVENTIONS OF CES 2022
Among thousands of items at this year’s 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (CES), are a robot cat that nips at you, a smart lamp that monitors how healthy you are and a suit that lets your mind travel to the other side of the universe.
The event is being held in person in Las Vegas, Nevada, as well as online for people who can’t travel — with tens of thousands of ideas, concepts and products on show.
CES also features new consumer electronics, as well as vehicles, such a prototype electric SUV from Sony and a LiDAR-based breaking system.
The annual event runs from from today until Saturday, and MailOnline has created this roundup some of the weird and wonderful inventions unveiled so far.
CES, one of the most important trade fairs worldwide, is now open to thousands of visitors despite Omicron cases causing Amazon and Google both to withdraw from the event.
Transportation is a major section of the 2022 show. With an increased focus on autonomous and electric vehicles, it has become a staple of CES.
These are the five most unusual, bizarre and amazing inventions that were unveiled at the huge show’s first day.
Robot cat that bites you in the fingers
Yukai Engineering created Amagami Ham Ham Ham, a robotic cat that is probably the strangest product from CES 2022.
The cuddly cat-shaped toy can nibble your fingers. This is according to the company, who claims it is inspired by the belief that all of us have an inexplicable desire to nibble our fingers.
It is intended to reduce stress. The algorithm generates 20 patterns for nibbling.
It means that each time it puts its finger into its mouth, it will give you a different bite.
The patterns include tasting, massaging and suction and it comes in two designs based on the Nemu Nemmu series — a calico cat and a shiba inu dog.
TechCrunch’s Yukai Engineering CMO Tsubasa Tominaga stated that while most people enjoy the feeling of being nibbled, they must teach children and pets how to stop this behavior. Children or animals can bite with all their force eventually.
The robot ‘Amagami ham Ham’ is designed to free humans from the dilemma of whether they should pursue forbidden pleasures.
Although it is not clear when the device will be made available or how much, they are planning on launching a crowdfunding campaign.
Yukai Engineering created Amagami Ham Ham Ham, a robotic cat that is probably the strangest product from CES 2022.
Meta body suit
Shiftall, a subsidiary of Panasonic, has unveiled a variety of products that will help you immerse yourself in the metaverse.
They included the MeganeX VR headset, Pebble Feel metaverse-linked wearable heating and cooling device, and Mutalk microphone that is metaverse compatible.
The headset and microphone join the motion-tracking suit — Haritora X — that more closely immerses the user in the virtual world.
The firm claims that the headset can be used with Steam VR.
Pebble Feel can cool and head the neck with its palm-sized size. It is best worn under a specially designed shirt to create more realistic environmental simulations.
The firm demonstrated the suit made of Haritora X, Pebble Feel, and Haritora X at CES. It was worn by Oculus VR users.
Shiftall is a Panasonic subsidiary and has unveiled a variety of products that will help you immerse yourself in the metaverse
Sony Electric SUV
Sony showcased its Vision S 02 SUV during a press conference before the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
It is the first battery-powered prototype car from the company, and it is currently being road tested.
This seven-seat vehicle is approximately 4.85m long and has a higher ground clearance than the Tesla Model Y SUV.
Sony executives stated the 2002 uses the same electric platform that was used in the Vision-S saloon. It has been road tested since December 2020.
That means power will likely be generated by a pair of 200kW motors – one at the front axle and one at the rear — producing a combined output of 536bhp from a four-wheel-drive system.
We have not yet received any further information regarding battery capacities and range.
Sony claimed that the Vision-S 02 SUV will be capable of reaching speeds of more than 112mph.
Sony showed off the new Vision S 02 SUV during a press conference in advance of the Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas.
Lightbulb for health tracking
Sengled, a US startup, has revealed a smart lightbulb. The bulb uses Bluetooth and radar sensors to collect health information about people living in the room.
The bulb tracks the user’s heart beat, temperature, and sleeping patterns without any additional devices.
Frequency Modulated Constant Wave (FMCW radar) is used to map a room or the entire house, if bulbs are present in any of the rooms, and also detect people inside the home.
The smart bulb monitors the health and vital sign of everyone in the room using its combined radar system with artificial intelligence.
It is also able to track physical movement, and so could be used in the home of an elderly person to watch for falls — and send the data to an app that can call a selected contact and alert them.
It is currently in development and no pricing details have been released. However, it will likely launch before the end of 2012.
Sengled is a US startup that has unveiled a smart bulb. It uses bluetooth and radar to track the health of people within a room.
The ‘carcopter race’
French company Maca announced plans to test its eco-friendly £665,000 hydrogen-powered ‘carcopter’ on racetracks this year.
According to the company, it has a speed limit of 155 mph and does not emit any CO2 emissions. It is also fully recyclable.
The vehicle has three high-noise propellers. It is made from metal and features a carbon chassis, a wooden frame, and carbon and linen frames. These look very similar to Wipeout’s flying vehicles.
Thierry De Boisvilliers, chief operating officer said that many businesses are working towards similar solutions.
“Unlike most businesses that rely on fossil fuels and electricity for their power, Maca has clean-burning fuel cells made from hydrogen. This allows for more flight time and sustainable energy.
Maca worked with Airbus closely on the invention and says that the carcopter is expected to be available for purchase by June 2023.
On the opening night at the Consumer Electronics Show 2022, Las Vegas, was the unveiling of the Maca S11 Carcopter
Hyundai metaverse robots
Hyundai provided details on a partially virtual, interactive future that it called’metamobility.’ In which a number of robots work with people to provide mobility services across a spectrum of industries Hyundai showed off some of its plans.
The motor company explained that these would include automated personal transportation and remote control of robots within’smart factories.
Hyundai provided several examples that show how the metaverse can link with reality. These included a car that can be converted into work spaces or an entertainment space that contains a 3D game console.
Another option is a smart factory, where robots can be controlled remotely from outside of the plant by humans.
Automated personal transport devices are also available for individuals with disabilities and those who wish to keep their social connections while on the road.
The automaker claimed that it is building a Mobility Of Things ecosystem, which will connect modular robotic platforms and perform various services.
Hyundai has revealed the details of a virtual, interactive future that it called’metamobility.’ In which a number of robotic devices interact with humans in order to provide mobility services across a spectrum of sectors Hyundai revealed some of its plans.