For people that want to use a more energy-efficient cooling method, fans can be a great option. Parents have often shied away from fans, though, because of the high risk the blades pose to their children. Finally, there appears to be a safe option for parents, as British inventor Sir James Dyson introduced the Dyson Air Multiplier on October 12, 2009.
The fan uses the technology and physics of an airplane wing to propel air at a rate of 15 times that of a traditional fan. Dyson contends that propelling the air over a ramp gives a smoother, less choppy airflow. Users comment that it feels more like sitting next to an open window. Now, lest you think you’ve caught KidGlue in a lie, you will find reports that the Dyson does indeed have blades. Naysayers and hornblowers bellow that the fan has blades hidden in the base. As of yet, there have been no responses from Dyson on whether or not the fan is truly bladeless, or simply doesn’t have visible blades. I highly doubt safety-concerned parents will care. Even if there are blades “hidden” in the base of the fan, my children can’t get their fingers in them, and that’s what counts.
The Dyson Air Multiplier comes in two 10-inch models and a 12-inch model. Priced between $299 and $329, though, this green option is still a little rich for my blood.
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