From Superinnovators 09/10/23. This article is in TLDR (Too Long Didn’t Read) format which is popular in the innovation community and provides a bullet summary of information.
- Sizzle without the smoke: AirHood is a portable kitchen appliance that filters cooking fumes, reducing toxins, grease, smoke, odors, and oil film formation. A built-in fan sucks the fumes through the device and purified air is released at the back, improving the air quality in the kitchen.
- Origins: The concept of AirHood was developed by the French designer Maxime Augay during his college years. He identified a need for a portable kitchen air cleaner due to inadequate ventilation in his college dorm kitchen.
- Features: AirHood uses activated charcoal filters containing over 70% carbon content to effectively remove toxins and absorb impurities from cooking fumes. Additionally, its 3-layer mesh high-grade stainless steel oil filter captures grease and is dishwasher-safe.
- Models: The AirHood wireless model is priced at $222 and includes a charger, Base Boost, washable oil filters, and charcoal filters. The wired model is priced at $186 and comes with a Base Boost, washable oil filters, and charcoal filters.
- Crowdfunding: AirHood’s innovation was supported by a successful crowdfunding campaign that launched in May 2022. With over 3,000 backers pledging over $391K, the campaign was a testament to the product’s potential. The backers received their first AirHoods in late 2022.
- Health: Cooking fumes can negatively impact health. These fumes contain pollutants like carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Prolonged exposure can lead to respiratory issues, headaches, nausea, and even increase the risk of lung cancer and heart disease.
- Stove type usage guidelines: The wired version is suitable for gas stoves when kept at a safe distance to prevent heat damage. In contrast, the wireless version is recommended for electric and induction stoves, as use with gas stoves might cause overheating and battery damage.
More info
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theairhood/airhoodtm/description
