Prao- “Box of Goods”:

For Prao’s catalyst project she essentially invented a box which had the ability to cook anything she wanted it to, as well as clean and wake her up in the morning (which Prao for sure needed). She imagined the arms would be made out of metal coils, which gave the catalyst the ability to stretch, move and shorten its arms when ever it desired. Located at the machines sides were where it would store the food and the cooking and cleaning equipment as well. On top of the box was where the stoves would be located and in the frontal section is the oven. She also designed the machine to have speakers and cameras which allows the catalyst to see what is infront of it so it can move accordingly. I truthfully believe that this catalyst invention is quite innovative, and creative and definitely resourceful. Although, aside from the catalyst being a splendid idea, I discovered  a few problems. One being, how would the machine be generated? Another, how will it be wired, will it affect the environment (maybe you should include uv ray panels), and how will it know what to do? I think you could maybe design the machine to be customizable. Meaning that if you don’t need certain aspects, such as a stove maybe you can replace it with something else that would be more useful to the buyer. Another thought that occurred to me was the idea that it could see everything out of its camera eye’s. Would it be recording my movements, and patterns and in that case maybe that is not always the best thing and a bit creepy. Although this machine is just a prototype, I think it would be a great invention/catalyst. Inventors are working on robotic projects all the time that are created to help our every day needs, but the fear of a technological machine with its own mind does tend to be a constant conflict that I’ve noticed. Aside from a few of the questions that I had and thoughts, I find this catalyst resourceful for not only prao’s needs, but everyones as well and it will take a lot for this idea to one day to be not only created but accepted as well.

Description: I created this catalyst to serve the sole purpose of hair. I am constantly trying to find a salon that can do my hair at a reasonable price and with a certain amount of time, but of course this is New York City and most blowout start at $35.00, and take hours to complete and majority of the time they still don’t achieve the style you wanted. This is where my catalyst comes in. I have created a machine that resembles an old fashion hair color dryer, although this time instead of just drying the hair the dome will have the function of styling your hair. The spherical object will have the technology skill of being able to practically anything. There were be 2 blow dryers, 2 scissors, a choice of 2 hair products, 1 flat iron, 1 curling iron, and 2 extra spaces if there is any other service you desire.

Idea 1: Cost; If you hate paying the competitor price of $35.00 or more, this invention is made for you. I realized that the cost of blow outs and other hair functions keep going up due to stylist increase cost, tax, etc. If we eliminate the stylist and replace them with a full function robotic stylist that can do exactly what you ask, at a less cost… why not give this invention a try. Although, with eliminating the stylist comes complications.

Idea 2: Stylist; The problem with my Catalyst invention, is that it would cause a lot of hair colorist and stylist to loose their jobs. Although this is not entirely true. The invention will be programed with the styles from top stylist, to demonstrate perfection. As well as in the salons there will be a few stylist to help fill the inventions with your choice of product and will program it to create the style and function you want. They will also be of assistance just in case there are any touchups that are needed, because lets be honest we still have a mind of our own and only human contact can truly fix that.

Idea 3: Products & Functions; Blow dryer. Flat Iron. Curling Iron. Keratin Treatment. Olaplaex treatment. Hair Dying (Any Color). Hair Cut. Any product use (based off of request). Hair style booklet. *Prices will vary based on hair length, product use, and function.*

Idea 4: Time; Time is of the essence. New York City, like many cities is always on a tight schedule. Depending on your day not everyone has the time to sit down for 30minutes or more for a hair cut or blow or dye or treatment. I know that sometimes when I ask a hair stylist how long will it take to complete my hair.. they usually lie, and I end up being late or behind schedule for what ever or where ever i have to go. With this invention they guarantee you the truth and a response to the amount of time it will take. Time will vary depending on the hair style, function and length of your hair. But the machine will guarantee you that it will for sure take less time to do your hair compared to your usual stylist.

Idea 5: History; Hair styles and functions have been around for decades. It is the life of some people, and if it wasn’t for a few inventions this idea catalyst would never have been thought up. In 1898 Lyda D. Newman, an african american female activist recreated the ‘hair brush’.  Her hairbrush design included several features for efficiency and hygiene. It had evenly spaced rows of bristles, with open slots to guide debris away from the hair into a recessed compartment, and a back that could be opened at the touch of a button for cleaning out the compartment. In the late 19th century Alexander F. “Beau” Godefroy, invented the official hair blow dryer in France at his salon.  The hair dryer is composed of a bonnet attached to a flexible chimney that extended to a gas stove. With out these inventions and many more, we would never have the technology or idea of this amazing catalyst. Our modern era, would never be as high-tech.