zel.zl
Life counting system
zel.zl is a life-counting device that tracks real-time building occupancy during earthquakes, notifying residents and emergency responders via an app. It is designed for those in high-risk regions or buildings. It solves the problem of unreliable occupancy data, allowing rescuers to prioritize missions efficiently. The device is sustainable due to its low-energy infrared sensors, battery power, and durable, modular design which minimizes electronic waste and resource consumption.
Company/Institution
Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul Technical University (ITU), founded in 1773, is one of Turkey’s most established institutions in engineering, architecture, and design. The Faculty of Architecture offers a strong academic environment that unites architecture, urban planning, and design disciplines. Within this faculty, the Industrial Design Department focuses on user-centered, creative, and innovative product development, emphasizing material, manufacturing, and experience-based design education.
Country
Turkey
Designer(s)
Yiğit Bekiroğlu
Yiğit Bekiroğlu is an award-winning Industrial Designer and a master’s student at Istanbul Technical University’s Department of Industrial Design, currently based in Türkiye.