BATTERY & POWER TECHNOLOGY
Bladeless Wind Turbine Increases Efficiency

A Chaska, Minnesota-based company, called Sheer Wind, has scored a recent victory in the ongoing battle to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. The Invelox is a revolutionary new way to harvest wind power. The new design could bring the … Continue reading →

 

BATTERY & POWER TECHNOLOGY
New Xbox Announced; Rumors Revealed

  Microsoft’s first new Xbox in eight years was officially announced today, streaming live from Xbox.com as well as a few other sites. From all the rumored next-generation names we had heard so far, such as the 720, Durango or … Continue reading →

 

INVENTIONS & INNOVATIONS
Samsung: Are They the Leaders in the Next ‘Breakthrough’ Mobile 5G Speed?

The cell phone, excuse me, smartphone industry is growing faster and faster at the blink of an eye. However, many folks have yet to upgrade to 4G, as smartphone users are still thriving well in the tech world over a … Continue reading →

 

INVENTIONS & INNOVATIONS
Students Create Mask That Mimics Superhuman Senses

Students from the Royal College of Art in London have created two sensory masks that can heighten perception. The idea behind project Eidos is to simulate superhuman sight and hearing by enhancing visual and audible details. The team hopes the … Continue reading →

 

INVENTIONS & INNOVATIONS
3D printing people’s portraits with found DNA

Artist Heather Dewey-Hagborg has found a very interesting, and slightly creepy way to combine art and science with her new project, Stranger Visions. For the last year Dewey-Hagborg has created 3D sculptures based on found genetic materials. Her unique combination … Continue reading →

 

BATTERY & POWER TECHNOLOGY
Mars One’s First Manned Mission Is Now Accepting Applications

Mars One recently announced that they are officially taking applications worldwide. As reported last February, it’s open to anyone and everyone. That’s right, no professional or academic requirements. Mars One is looking for people who are mature, interesting, physically/mentally healthy, that also exhibit five key character traits; resiliency, adaptability, curiosity, ability to trust others, and creativity / resourcefulness.

 

GADGETS & PERIPHERALS
TitanArm Exoskeleton Will Do the Heavy Lifting For You

The TitanArm is an untethered, upper body exoskeleton designed and engineered by a group of students from the University of Pennsylvania. It recently has received a lot of attention after winning the silver medal in a Penn Engineering competition. Other exoskeleton systems exist, but are often bulky, expensive, and tethered to a power source.

 

GADGETS & PERIPHERALS
Leap Motion Teams Up With Google Earth to Create Virtual Flight Experience

It is estimated that about 1 billion people have downloaded Google Earth; making it one of the most popular pieces of software ever. Considering the compact 3” size, and relatively affordable $80 cost of the sensor, it’s expected that many of those Google Earth fans will jump at the chance to enhance their experience.

 

INVENTIONS & INNOVATIONS
Stanford Researchers Develop New Cooling Panel That Could Replace Air Conditioners

Imagine cooling homes and buildings without the need for air conditioners or electricity. A Stanford University research team believes it to be possible with the invention of a new cooling panel that can reflect sunlight, and emit heat back into … Continue reading →

 

GADGETS & PERIPHERALS
Pass-Thoughts: Thoughts That Become Your Safest Password

...considering that for “pass-thoughts” to become a reality it will have to be an enjoyable exercise for users to want to do it on a daily basis.

 

GADGETS & PERIPHERALS
It’s Official: Austin Is The Next Home for Google Fiber

Google Fiber offers ‘gigabit’ internet service, which is reported to be about 100 times faster than a basic cable modem. Many compare this upgrade to the difference between dial-up and broadband.

 

GADGETS & PERIPHERALS
re:3D Gigabot: A Huge 3D Printer With Huge Ideas

This Kickstarter project is developing an amazing, affordable, large format 3d printer for your home or office. It can make beautiful, large printed objects like you have never seen before.

 

INVENTIONS & INNOVATIONS
4D Printing: Everything Old Under the Sun is New Again – New Tech for Old

The phrase "new lamps for old" is from the tale of Aladdin & a sorcerer's plan for offering a new lamp in exchange for the old & quite valuable magic lamp.

 

GADGETS & PERIPHERALS
StormFly Wristband USB 3.0 With Operating System Almost Like a Wearable Computer

Using StormFly is not rocket-science & that's a major reason for its existence: "a total solution for people who do not have the time, knowledge or desire to create a DIY solution."