One part laser pointer, one part measuring device, this designer's measurement tool offers endless real world applications.

InstruMMents 01 is a magic wand of inches and millimeters ? a clever combination of hardware and software that simplifies the onerous task of measuring distances between points A and B into a playfully effortless rolling motion.

Our first thought upon inspecting the 01 is it shares an uncanny resemblance to the laser pointer we use in our house to amuse/annoy our cats with. And like that same device, this handheld digital measuring tool is outfitted with a red laser at one end, this one engineered to determine the depth of any object rather than to antagonize felines into a frenzy.
Each unit is rated for up to 6 months of battery life, and ships with one replaceable battery included.
Adjacent to the laser element is a rubberized wheel that permits users to roll across any smooth surface ? including curvilinear objects ? for an accurate distance reading between points. The laser determines depth and shape concurrent to the rolling motion. Compared to the requirements of multiple and imprecise measurements using a ruler or tape measure, the 01 can seem like child’s play.
The InstruMMents PRO app captures key curves measurements of real life objects to download over to CAD software. Available spring 2017.
The other side of the 01 is outfitted with either a pen, pencil, or stylus nub for instances where additional details might require...