Is that decaf?

Ever wonder what the chemical content of something is? Wonder no more. This hand held wonder is a portable chem-lab. Works on all kinds of stuff - from the dangerous to the mundane Cost: 32,000






Details via Ahura Scientific:
www.ahurascientfic.com

Half and Half...

It looks like Sikorsky will be getting a little competition for the title of 'fastest helicopter'. The 'Eurocopter X3' is being test in hopes of besting the 250 knot barrier. The difference is a set of dual front mounted props - giving it the best of fixed wing and helicopter.







Read more about it via Wired:
www.wired.com

A little help (UPDATE)...

A while back - the first generation exoskeleton was demonstrated. A little refinement later, we have the second generation that uses 50 percent less power and is more resistant to the environment. A must for all your lawn work needs.

Elitest...

Lotus will be unveiling a new car at the upcoming Paris auto show. The new car is 'The Elite' - technically still a concept, it is slated for production in 2014. Which should give you plenty of time to plan ahead. Estimated cost: 180,000 USD.







Details and photos via AutoBlog:
www.autoblog.com

Bones of steel...

If you're in the habit of breaking bones, there's some good news on the horizon. A German company is getting ready to produce titanium foam to be used in repairing bones. The open structure of the steel foam allows for the bone to grow around it - forming a reinforced bone.





Read more about it via TCEtoday:
www.tcetoday.com

To go, please...

Good news for those on the upper east side of New York - Sotheby's has gotten into the retail wine business. Their attractive retail space caters to wide variety of needs. Prices range from 14 USD to 40,000 USD






Read more about it via the Wall Street Journal:
blogs.wsj.com

On the workbench...

Do-it-yourself projects can be great fun... birdhouses... home built BBQs... 1.25 Kilojoule Coilguns...
Here we have a video of a gent's coilgun - and demonstrates it's effect on various household items.

Casual day...

If you'd prefer to dress down for a day of shooting, you'll be happy to know the first functional denim shooting shirt is available from Filson. Made in cooperation with Levi's - it's padded in the correct places for comfort and durability. Cost: 128 USD







Order and details via Filson.com:
www.filson.com

Have a looxcie...

If you're unsure of what you should be recording, maybe you should just record everything. The 'looxcie' is a low res video camera that keeps a four hour buffer of what you've been up to. If something interesting happens, a shortcut button can transmit a 30 second clip to a bluetooth enabled device. Cost: 200 USD




Details and order via Looxcie:
www.looxcie.com

Opening doors...

The 'OpenMe' ring concept is a crystal ring tuned to a security door. The security door would be tuned to the light passing thru the ring.






Concept via Yanko Design:
www.yankodesign.com

Traveling light...

While you may not agree with this gent's fashion choices - he is at least a brown belt in packing. Here's a quick tutorial on how to get a few week's worth of clothing into your carryon.

Ramping up...

Digging out while off road isn't usually fun, but 'LiftTrax' can make your life a little easier. These super rugged inflatable ramps can help wedge and ramp one out of tight spots. Cost: 250-300 USD.





Available from LiftTrax
lifttrax.com

Crew cab...

If you need transport for your crew, the 'VelociRaptor APV' from Hennessey Performance will soon be available. The Texas based company will soon be churning out these beefy vehicles. Based on the Ford F-150 Supercrew chassis - this armored car can hold up to 8 passengers.






Pictures and story via AutoBlog:
www.autoblog.com

Hennesey Performance Website:
www.hennesseyperformance.com

At your fingertips...

Dunhill has made a biometric, carbon fiber wallet. The lightweight and secure billfold will only open when your fingertips are swiped across the embedded scanner. Cost: about 700 USD.






Read more via Acquire:
www.acquiremag.com

Nice treads...

Those 'Segways' never really cut it. 'The DTV Shredder' is like a tiny tank you can ride. This small military grade vehicle can reach speeds of 30 mph, climb 40 degree inclines, and haul a decent payload.







Details from BPG Werks:
bpg-werks.com/military

Now in 3D...

The smart people at Berkeley have been working on project to do fast 3D mapping of a location. Still in the research phase, the backpack sized laser projection system can quickly map the interior of a building.








Read more about it via 'The Register':
www.theregister.co.uk

Naval arms...

If you're looking for a 'knock around' sort of watch - you might like these: 'The Gunship Watches' from Nixon. Using a gunship colored finished, they're designed to age and take on a character of their own. Cost: about 190 USD.






Gunship watches from Nixon:
www.nixonnow.com/gunship

Krav to go...

It's not always easy to get to a Krav Maga school to brush up -- so, Paladin Press is offering a DVD course on street survival - Krav Maga style. Presented by Branimir Tudjan - a long time veteran of the Netherlands Police. Cost: about 80 USD





Street Survival Krav Maga via Paladin Press:
www.paladin-press.com

Take a bow...

Tired of lugging that heavy bow around? The Hoyt Carbon Matrix Carbon Fiber Bow only weighs 3.8 pounds.






Details from Hoyt:
www.hoyt.com

Ouch.

Parkour / Freerunning is really great - but, what happens when things don't go according to plan? Here's a short film that documents those 'fails' - WARNING: Not for the faint at heart.

Parking will be an issue...

Taking the crown for the world's most expensive car is the Aston Martin Super Sport. Based on the One-7 7, this 'upgrade' is being offered by SECF (Star Electric Cars France) for a cool 9.6 Million USD. Only 8 of these are planned for construction.





Read a bit more about them via Auto Guide:

www.autoguide.com

A little privacy, please...

Here's a great little primer on how to turn a flash drive into a portable privacy toolkit. Brought to you by your friends at 'LifeHacker'.





Portable Privacy via LifeHacker:
lifehacker.com

You'll forget it's there...

Flash drives keep getting smaller. Here's one that's so small, you might just leave it plugged in all the time. The 'MosKeyto' from LaCie extends only 6mm from the edge of your computer. Cost 18 USD for 4 Gig, or 28 USD for 8 Gig.









The MosKeyTo from LaCie:
www.lacie.com

Fighter chair...

Aviation buffs might want one of these in their study: 'The Aviator Chair'. Aluminum wrapped and rivet patterned - it could easily have been made of left over parts from an aircraft factory. Cost: about 1300 USD









Available from Restoration Hardware;
www.restorationhardware.com

Engage turbo...

You're a busy person- you don't have time for flight school. Here's a five minute primer on how to fly a helicopter.

Full metal jenga...

If you're looking for a desk toy that's a bit edgier - you might like these: 'Topple Bricks' from Dunhill. Stainless steel bars to stack and toss around. Cost: about 795 USD.






Topple Bricks via Dunhill:
www.dunhill.com