AIRCUBE
Emergency air supply device for underground flooding survival
The High-Stakes Context
Underground flooding in subways and underpasses is a rapidly escalating emergency scenario characterized by near-zero visibility, rapid water rise, and zero escape routes. AIRCUBE targets this critical context as the first dedicated air-supply product solution for underground flooding survival.
The Architectural Orchestration
Architected a foldable, space-efficient physical form factor utilizing urethane vinyl and an aluminum profile to maximize air volume while withstanding extreme water pressure. Orchestrated a neodymium magnet auto-deployment mechanism for instantaneous activation under panic conditions.
The Deployment & Scale
Designed for scaled, zigzag-pattern installation across extensive underground corridor ceilings, complete with built-in luminous straps and emergency signage to guide mass evacuations.
The Empirical Evaluation
Evaluated structural integrity and volume capacity, verifying that the deployed system successfully provides up to 3 hours of breathable emergency air.
The Outcome
- IDEA 2025 Award Finalist
- Selected project from Design Project I (Prof. Sangmin Bae, KAIST)
