The truth is...

'Get the Truth' is the new book from former CIA officers that will coach you - step by step - on how to get to the bottom of things. Cost: about 20 USD

Available from Amazon:

www.amazon.com

Through the looking glass...

AVG Innovation Labs have been working on 'invisibility glasses' - prototype eyeglass frames with built-in infrared lights that can baffle facial recognition software.

Read more about it via AVG Innovation Labs:

now.avg.com

Lizard of the Sea...

Jet Capsule's newest mini-yacht is 'The Reptile' - the lighter weight capsule can speed along at up to 50 knots. It can seat 8 to 12 passengers. Cost: 282,000 USD

Info and order via Jet Capsule:

www.jetcapsule.com/MainPages/JETCAPSULE-Reptile.html

Just in case...

The 'MTS Multi-Threat Shield Briefcase' can protect from gunshots, knives, and physical attacks. When unrolled, the protection surface is 3 feet long. Cost: 900 USD

Info and order via Force Training Institute:

forcetraining.com/products/mts

Planning a forcefield...

Boeing has just patented a method for canceling out shockwaves from detonations - essentially a 'forcefield' of sorts. As described, it will not stop a projectile, but it might be useful in avoiding other types of damage.

Info and description via Forbes:

www.forbes.com

Save your breath...

The US Navy has been showing off a prototype of their newest diving suit. One of the design points is to recycle more of the gases being used, rather than venting them - making the system more efficient and less expensive.

Read more about it via the US Navy:

www.navy.mil

User's manual...

If you've ever wondered what the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire Mark IX looks like, Harald Joergens can help you. Follow the link below for an interactive panorama complete with pop-up descriptions of the controls.

Supermarine Spitfire Mark IX Cockpit via Harald Joergens:

www.haraldjoergens.com

The nerve...

Nerve gas is kind of a problem. Researchers at Northwestern University have come up with a new catalyst that can neutralize nerve gas. In the near future, this could be incorporated into protective gear, or more efficient ways to destroy stockpiles of chemical weapons.

Read more about it via NorthWestern University:

www.northwestern.edu

Just tinkering...

Car designer Henrik Fisker has been thinking about Aston Martins again, this time he has a concept idea for a 'Thunderbolt Vanquish'. Hopefully his ideas will make their way into the production models...

The Aston Martin Thunderbolt Vanquish via TopSpeed:

www.topspeed.com

Flame on!

The 'XM42' is the first production, personal flamethrower. The brushed stainless steel device will shoot a flame for 20 to 25 feet. Uses standard 87 octane fuel. Cost: from 699 USD. The perfect gift for the guy who has everything.

Info from XM42:

xm42.com

Magic goo...

The company 'Carbon3D' showed off a new technique for 3D printing - one that uses oxygen and light to form objects out of a liquid pool. Aside from looking like a scene from 'The Terminator', it also speeds the process by many times.

Read more and watch the video via the Washington Post:

www.washingtonpost.com

Shocking workout secrets...

A new workout suit called 'The Antelope' targets muscle groups using electrodes. There have been other systems for using electronic muscle stimulation, but this one is completely self-contained and uses a smartphone as a controller. The manufacturer states that 20 minutes of working out while wearing the suit is equal to 3 hours of a traditional exercise.

Read more about it via Wearable Life Science:

wls.club

Training wheels...

The 'GP Experience' puts you into an F1 race car - either as a passenger or driver. Several locations. Cost: 999 USD for the passenger experience, 10,000 USD for the full drive.

Read more about it via the GPExperience:

www.gpexperience.com

Getting steamed...

KitchenAid will be offering a home version of a 'Siphon Coffee Brewer'. The system uses steam and vapor in a sealed globe to deliver a superior cup of coffee - but really, it's just fun to use. Cost: 250 USD

Review and video via CNet:

www.cnet.com/products/kitchenaid-siphon-coffee-brewer

Privacy, the sequel...

The second version of 'The Blackphone' will be arriving this summer. The second version has a few new software tricks up its sleeve - including virtual compartments. Cost: estimated at 650 USD

Read more about it via DigitalTrends:

www.digitaltrends.com

Power suit...

Amazon is selling a 13 foot tall exoskeleton robotic suit. The 5 ton, four wheeled suit can be fitted with weapons. Cost: 1 Million USD, but you can't really put a price on fun.

Read more via The DailyMail:

www.dailymail.co.uk

Audio clues...

Researchers at Ramon Llull University in Spain are working on a new algorithm to locate where a video was shot, based on audio clues and comparison videos.

Read more about it via AlphaGalileo:

www.alphagalileo.es

Time for basics...

Luxury watchmaker Bell&Ross has announced a military type BR03 watch. The chunky, automatic watch is available in khaki or black. Cost: about 4,000 USD

Read more about it via Luxuryes:

luxuryes.com

Silver lining...

Garrison of Toronto is offering bespoke tailoring of bulletproof suits. Woven into the fabric are carbon nanotubes, rather than kevlar - which allows for a less bulky profile while offering good protection.

Read more, demo video, and contact info via Garrison:

garrisonbespoke.com

Get bombed...

The 'Bombs Drinks Cabinet' is a beverage storage cabinet made from an RAF MK1 practice cluster bomb. The polished aluminum doors contain three shelves that revolve around a gold plated spindle. Cost: on request from Fallen Furniture, Bath England.

Read more and make enquiries via Fallen Furniture:

www.fallenfurniture.com/product/the-bomb

Halt...

Lockheed Martin has been showing off their prototype laser weapon 'ATHENA' (Advanced Test High Energy Asset). The 30 kilowatt laser cooked a pickup truck's engine block from a mile away.

Read more about it via Lockheed Martin:

www.lockheedmartin.com

Adventure pants...

The 'Vidda Pro Trekking Trousers' may not win a beauty contest, but they are extremely practical. They are reinforced with double fabric, have many pockets, and inserts for additional padding. Cost: 150 USD

Read more and order via Fjallraven:

www.fjallraven.us/products/vidda-pro

Open sesame...

The 'Sesame Smart Lock' is a simplified, smart phone controlled lock. One of the interesting features is the ability to program 'secret knocks' for entry.

Read more about it via Candyhouse:

www.candyhouse.co

I'd like to place a call...

There's another new option for placing encrypted calls - 'Signal' has been upgraded to include voice and texting. The app works with both IOS and Android devices. It is very simple to use. Cost: free

Read more about it via Wired:

www.wired.com

Whip it...

The 'Urumi' is flexible weapon that's kind of a cross between a whip and a sword. Follow the link to see it in action.

The most dangerous sword via YouTube:

youtu.be/eMAsCuDFSUI

The big drop...

Paul Allen's Stratolaunch System is taking shape in the Mojave dessert. The world's largest aircraft will release its payload in high altitude, where it will continue on into orbit.

Read more about it via AviationWeek:

aviationweek.com/blog/inside-rocs-lair

Grab bag...

The 'First 24' by Taurus includes everything you'd need in the first 24 hours of an emergency, all in one handy case. Cost: 1,500 USD

Info and order via Taurus USA:

www.taurususa.com