This soon-to-be-released submarine for the bored rich is being touted as the "world's first underwater limousine". We're thinking plopping down some money on the latest C-Explorer 5 is a good idea if you've got an island villa off Dubai. Endangered sharks and supertankers aside, the waters of the … [Read more...] about U-Boat Worx Unveils C-Explorer 5 Minisub
Cardsharp Knife To Debut On January 2011
Whether you're an avowed knife enthusiast or just someone who can't resist a brand new gadget, Iain Sinclair's Cardsharp Credit Card Folding Safety Knife is a must-have. Versatility and Practicality The Cardsharp is not just a novelty item; it is a practical tool designed for a variety of … [Read more...] about Cardsharp Knife To Debut On January 2011
Electric Sports Plane Inspires The Little Kid Inside You
History was made in Whitmann Regional Airport, Wisconsin, earlier this month. Of course the kind of history made may never enter the books, but it still deserves to be written about because of the airplane involved. On gray December morning (December 3 to be specific) a yellow N270DC Waiex kit … [Read more...] about Electric Sports Plane Inspires The Little Kid Inside You
French Romeo Robot Is Bicentennial Man Come To Life
Or should it be "boy"? Because one of these 'bots is only about three feet tall. Don't be fooled by the name either, cos li'l Romeo (not connected to the rapper) looks out for the geriatric set—we mean old people. We have a feeling you just had a "Holy Cow, Isaac Asimov!" moment. … [Read more...] about French Romeo Robot Is Bicentennial Man Come To Life
Honda Scheduled To Test EV Charging Stations
Thanks to a deal between the Japanese automotive giant and the local government of Saitama Prefecture, Honda's Electric Vehicle Testing Program will be rolled out in three cities starting next year. … [Read more...] about Honda Scheduled To Test EV Charging Stations
Had A Close Call? Throw These Yellow Cards At Reckless Drivers
Ever ridden a bike down a street only to have someone's car zip by so fast, it almost threw you off the road? Instead of raising holy hell and expending energy shaking a fist in the air with righteous anger, go ninja and flick one of these magnets at the offending vehicle. Cheeky, isn't it? … [Read more...] about Had A Close Call? Throw These Yellow Cards At Reckless Drivers
Concept Nike Foot Stickers To Be Used For Vague Reasons
Walking barefoot. It's liberating, comfortable, and leaves your feet dirty. What's not to like about it? (Aside from the fact that a number of parasites enter the body through the soles of the feet.) … [Read more...] about Concept Nike Foot Stickers To Be Used For Vague Reasons
Google Body Browser Lets You And Med Students Discover Anatomy
Ah Google, your Chrome browser may be doomed, but at least you're still offering users more bang for every time they go to the web for informational succor. What's this Body Browser? Simple: A three dimensional and utterly revealing tool for analyzing human anatomy. … [Read more...] about Google Body Browser Lets You And Med Students Discover Anatomy
Text Scanner Concept A Crutch for The Semi-Literate
Can't finish your favorite Harry Potter tome? Reading challenged? Unable to pronounce words right? All this and more is solved by the AbcDarian text scanner, (the name's ABCD plus the word 'librarian') a concept from Sandra Brugmann who wants the gadget to alleviate the frustration of those … [Read more...] about Text Scanner Concept A Crutch for The Semi-Literate
NASA Engineers Cook Up Ambitious Plans To Replace Rocket Delivery
One that was put forward last September involved a lengthy stretch of rail and a space vehicle attached to a scramjet. Can you form an interesting picture in your head now? To answer Prez Obama's demands for a cost-efficient method to reach space and send stuff up there, NASA's vaunted engineers … [Read more...] about NASA Engineers Cook Up Ambitious Plans To Replace Rocket Delivery
Say Hello To Monowalker: The $1,000 Wheelbarrow
For those occasions when you're on a lengthy trek across unforgiving landscape or just trudging in the post-apocalyptic wastes, there's the Monowalker to keep your survival goods safe. A glorified and overpriced reverse wheelbarrow largely made of wood, the Monowalker is custom-built to satisfy … [Read more...] about Say Hello To Monowalker: The $1,000 Wheelbarrow
Mission Motors Unveils Snazzy Electric Race Bike
There are superbikes and there are e-superbikes. The Mission R belongs to the latter. Bike fans are strongly recommended to take a gander of the serious specs underneath the Mission R's flashy exterior. … [Read more...] about Mission Motors Unveils Snazzy Electric Race Bike
