A weighing scale or weighing machine is used to measure the mass or weight of an object. Weighing scales are used for measuring all kinds of objects during trade and also the weight of human body. The types of scales used for measuring the human weight are the medical and bathroom scales. Weighing scales have been used from time immemorial and there are evidences of such measurements by people of ancient civilizations like the Indus valley civilization and the Egyptian civilization. The modern age weighing scales are more precise and have progressed from the simple spinning dial to one with LCD screens.
1. Wi-Fi-connected body scale
The Wi-Fi connected body scale transfers weight measurements to the personal phone of the user through Wi-Fi. This feature makes it a lot easier for a person to record the data. It is useful for patients and sports persons because they have to keep a record of their weight measurements. The withing iphone app should be downloaded in order to receive the data. The user will be able to log in to the wit-hings web control panel without having to worry about the browser. He/she will be able to view the transferred data and charts and store it as well. This modern gadget is a ‘must have’ for those who are concerned about their health and sports training.
2. Rug with Scale
The rug with scale is a soft reminder about weight that an obese person needs. This is a scale that allays the fears of a person who is intimidated by the usual ‘formal’ looking weighing scales. The rug with scale is a product of Kwon Sunman. The rug serves double purpose of a rug as well as a scale and reveals the weight each time a person steps on it. Its pleasing appearance and soft feel helps a person to relax while checking the weight. The rug scale will surely delight visitors too.
3. Doormat Scale
The doormat scale is a surprise that awaits visitors when they enter the house. It is an innovative concept and people are reminded in a different way about their weight. People love surprises and this doormat scale is a novel way to do that. Obese persons will be wary of overeating and indulging the stomach too much after stepping on this scale. Practical jokers will love this weighing scale or weighing machine as it is known in some countries.
4. Bathroom Pin Scale
The bathroom pin scale is designed by Jim Ruck. This scale is a ‘painful’ reminder about body weight. The pins are placed very closely on the scale. People have to stand on these pins in order to measure their weight. The process will not be as painful as it seems because the pins are packed without space and will therefore not hurt the feet. It is a sturdy scale and will last a long time. The design is an interesting concept for those who love difference.
5. Depressing Eye level Wireless Scale
People have to bend in order to read the measurement when they stand on a normal scale. The depressing eye level wireless scale helps to remove that worry. The scale has a remote that can be mounted on the wall or held in the hand. The remote reveals the measurement of weight through an infrared LCD which has got four sensors. The person who steps on the scale will thus be able to view the weight measurement without having to bend and view it. This is helpful for people with poor vision.
6. Mintpass Body Scale
The mintpass body scale by Jongchul Kim is a complete package. It is not an ordinary weighing machine. There are controls in the scale which allow the user to set a target weight. When the user steps on the machine, the scale reveals the amount to be reduced or increased in order to achieve the target. It can also be connected via a USB port to a personal computer. The PC will get data which is transmitted by the scale. The weight management program will help the person decide on how much weight he/she should lose. It can also be synchronized with a cell phone. There is an up/down button to adjust target weight. The bottom of the scale is lined with rubber. AA batteries are used because of universal availability.
7. Universal Scale
The universal scale is designed by Shu-Hung Yeh. It is a blessing for people who cannot measure their weight like normal people. This universal scale can be made use of by hospitals to weigh patients unable to stand up or even sit. The scale can be folded and unfolded to form a chair like position and bed like position also. The health progress of patients can be easily monitored using this weighing scale.
