A number of climbing robots have been designed and created by Stanford, but yesterday at Stanford’s National Robotics Week, they unveiled Stickybot III. A new climbing robot capable of sticking to glass using adhesive feet that mimic the texture and make-up of gecko feet. Check out the video of … [Read more...] about Stanford Robotics Stickybot III
Concepts
Multitoe Multitouch Floor Interface
Designed and created by Professor Patrick Baudisch and his team, the Multitoe multitouch floor display and interface allows you to interact with computers in a totally unique way. The Multitouch Floor Display is built using a high-resolution multitouch back-projected floor display, which recognizes … [Read more...] about Multitoe Multitouch Floor Interface
Rubiks Cube Mobile Phone Charger
We love design concepts here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one seems like a great idea: the Rubik's Cube Mobile Phone Charger. The Rubik's Cube Mobile Phone Charger is the work of designer Zheng Weixi, and it seems like a simple yet clever idea. Inside the Rubik's cube, there is a small manual … [Read more...] about Rubiks Cube Mobile Phone Charger
Programmable LED Vodka Label
Are you looking to take a bottle of Vodka to your next party? Well, you can take a real party talking point along to your next gathering with Medea Vodka's programmable bottle label. This funky packaging can be programmed with any message and then scrolls on the ticker. You can program up to 6 … [Read more...] about Programmable LED Vodka Label
MIT Researchers Use Viruses to Split Water
Splitting water is a way to separate oxygen and hydrogen and can be used to help generate hydrogen power sources. A team at MIT has just released details showing they have successfully modified a virus to split apart molecules of water. This breakthrough could provide an efficient and … [Read more...] about MIT Researchers Use Viruses to Split Water
Marion Hyper-Sub
Looking for a new mode of transport and a little bored with four wheels? Why not take to the water with this fantastic Marion Hyper-Sub capable of a top speed of 75km per hour and able to dive to a depth of 250 feet below the surface. The Marion Hyper-Sub is currently a prototype but has already … [Read more...] about Marion Hyper-Sub
Project Jarvis
Inspired by the computerized digital butler Jarvis from the blockbuster hit Ironman, Chad Barraford of Brookline, Massachusetts has embarked on an ambitious project to create his very own Jarvis. Using a Mini Mac and a handful of RFID tags, Twitter, and IM programs, Chad has started to develop his … [Read more...] about Project Jarvis
The Toe Mouse
Here is an interesting concept from designer Liu Yi, the Toe Mouse. As the name suggests, you use your foot to control the toe mouse rather than your hands. The Toe Mouse is designed to be used by people who have upper limb disabilities and cannot use their hands to move the mouse. You slip it onto … [Read more...] about The Toe Mouse
Sidewinder Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
Designed by Jordan Swartzentruber, the Sidewinder Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is a groundbreaking concept specifically designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of firefighters. The new mask design incorporates an innovative mask with an improved field of vision, voice amplifier, … [Read more...] about Sidewinder Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
Mesmerizing Circles ‘Stocking Watch’
Designed by Eleeno, who specialize in creating timepieces without hands, the Stocking Watch is their latest creation. This innovative watch displays the time using two main circles, each filled with smaller circles. The time is indicated by the smallest of the circles. Understanding the Unique … [Read more...] about Mesmerizing Circles ‘Stocking Watch’
Camera Cover Concept
I always admire the simple solutions to problems, and this camera protection concept by designers Sun ho Sin & Jeong eun Park is a great example of simple innovation to solve a problem. Simply flip the protective cover from over the lens 360 degrees to open up the LCD navigation screen, which then … [Read more...] about Camera Cover Concept
Nintendo 3DS Concept Design
Nintendo recently announced that they would be launching a new version of their popular DS handheld gaming console, the Nintendo 3DS, which would bring 3D gaming to handheld gaming consoles. This announcement has generated a lot of excitement among gaming enthusiasts who are eager to experience 3D … [Read more...] about Nintendo 3DS Concept Design
