What's that? Soviet space shuttles were supposed t deliver nuclear missiles? This from an ISS veteran and cosmonaut who shares the straight dope on the late USSR's impressive shuttle effort, the Buran. Cursory research indicates that the Buran was tested once in 1988 and was far more advanced than … [Read more...] about Secrets Of Soviet Space Shuttle Program Revealed By Cosmonaut
GE Tumblr Blog Showcases 130 years Of Innovation
In case you missed the news, Tumblr is one of the largest free blogging platforms around. So huge, in fact, it produces enough content to rival more established platforms like WordPress. Small wonder then that corporations are hopping aboard to make their brand more visible. But amid all the hoopla, … [Read more...] about GE Tumblr Blog Showcases 130 years Of Innovation
U.S. Navy Begins Harnessing Bacteria Power
As if further proof of how viable bacteria are is necessary. Bacteria are the true masters of this world. If they weren't, then how come so many varieties of consumer products claim they can exterminate them? Anyway, this particular story should be valuable to bacteria nerds in particular and U.S. … [Read more...] about U.S. Navy Begins Harnessing Bacteria Power
Atlantis Shuttle Crew Testing Drinkable Pee Bags
Ever drank your own pee? Don't. There are toxic substances in the liquid. (Don't say you weren't warned.) But there are extreme instances when recycling pee proves very practical. When the Atlantis shuttle embarks on its final mission on Friday, the astronauts involved will have a new gadget with … [Read more...] about Atlantis Shuttle Crew Testing Drinkable Pee Bags
Groundbreaking Bionic Glasses Restores Poor Eyesight
Recently a scientist claimed that immortality was within the grasp of modern science. But all the way in Oxford uni England, the fruits of indefinite perfectibility are being used for a more altruistic purpose—restoring sight to the blind, or at least visually impaired. A new set of 'bionic' glasses … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking Bionic Glasses Restores Poor Eyesight
Steve Jobs Showcases New Tea Drink In Taiwan (Video)
If the title of this post grabbed you by the collar, well and good. Problem is Steve Jobs was never in Taiwan—an impersonator was though and he was giving a keynote about a tea brand. There's a rather awkward video after the jump, but before that, won't you agree that dear old Steve is one of the … [Read more...] about Steve Jobs Showcases New Tea Drink In Taiwan (Video)
Panasonic Blames Hollywood For Ruining 3D
In a heroic exclamation that championed substance over form, a Panasonic marketing director panned Hollywood's 3D fever. If you ever endured the Clash of the Titans remake from summer 2010, you probably have a good idea from whence his rage emanates. The setting of this broadside was at the … [Read more...] about Panasonic Blames Hollywood For Ruining 3D
Terrafugia Car Plane Now Road Ready
The Terrafugia is a very excellent machine that really makes you believe flying cars are feasible and a noir-ish Bladerunner future is a few years away. Sure, it might not be super sexy like a few concepts that have been featured here at Geeky Gadgets, but the advantage the Terrafugia has is it's … [Read more...] about Terrafugia Car Plane Now Road Ready
Stunning Speaker Systems By Richard Grant Are Quite Stunning
Designer Richard Grant sure has vision. The UK-based designer unveiled a series of speaker sets a while ago that borrowed heavily from the pantheon of sculpture. The pieces look great and the specs aren't to be trifled with either. The bestselling item in the rare collection is the Ghanian mask, … [Read more...] about Stunning Speaker Systems By Richard Grant Are Quite Stunning
Ductpan Concept Is A Really Great Idea
Sweeping is one of those humdrum household chores that you need to master if living harmoniously is a serious life goal. If you can't sweep the dust and dirt in your living space, you're in for unhygienic surroundings and maybe allergies. To further aid in household sweeping, designer Kawamura … [Read more...] about Ductpan Concept Is A Really Great Idea
American College Prof Builds Action Figures Of Faculty Colleagues
And they're awesome! Fully articulated limbs and precise facial features included. University of Ozarks Sociology Associate Professor Dr. Jesse Weiss likes to make his own action figures in his spare time. We have no idea what kind of action figures he made before, but the new ones that he's created … [Read more...] about American College Prof Builds Action Figures Of Faculty Colleagues
Scientists Think They Can Fight Asthma Like Never Before
Thanks to gastric bacteria, of course. Ever suffered from asthma? It sucks right? Well, a few scientists from Germany and Switzerland think they've found out how to curb asthma, whose highest rates are in developed countries. The solution has nothing to do with treatment or antibiotics or even a … [Read more...] about Scientists Think They Can Fight Asthma Like Never Before
