Thursday, June 11, 2015

That didn't hurt...

Researcher working at Linkoping University have developed an implantable organic ion pump that blocks pain.
Read more about it via Linkoping U:

www.liu.se

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

That's impossible...

Researchers working at the University of Illinois have developed heat dissolvable electronics, triggered by a radio frequency.
Read more about it via the U of I News:

news.illinois.edu

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Never give a robot a sword...

The 'Yaskawa Bushido Project' attempted to train an industrial robot to emulate a sword master. The results were pretty amazing.
The 'Yaskawa Bushido Project' via YouTube:

youtu.be/O3XyDLbaUmU

Monday, June 8, 2015

Get the lead out...

Two double barreled .45 ACP 1911 pistols firing as quickly as possible - so, 20 rounds in 1.5 seconds. See it in slow motion via YouTube.
20 Rounds in 1.5 seconds (in slow motion) via YouTube:

youtu.be/3tEYcUSQDyw

Sunday, June 7, 2015

On the go...

Jet repairs can be a hassle, and usually require a hangar. Now, small inflatable garages are being used to create a working environment where the plane is located. The garages can be set up in five minutes. Simple, yet clever.
Read more about it via Wired:

www.wired.com/2015/06/inflatable-garage-allows-fly-jet-engine-repairs

Friday, June 5, 2015

Training partner...

It's not often one gets to watch and learn basic jujitsu techniques, demonstrated on a pit bull. Do not try this at home.
Pitbull Basic Jujitsu via YouTube:

youtu.be/FlmEbkMbKxU

Thursday, June 4, 2015

Dress the part...

Bentley has commissioned bespoke driving jackets from four Savile Row design houses. What are driving jackets? It's a whole thing - jackets specifically made for driving.
Read more about it and see some samples via Bloomberg:

www.bloomberg.com

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Take two triangles and call me in the morning...

The 'Thync' system is a neuro-stimulator wearable that can be tuned to either calm you down, or rev you up. Five minutes of wearing the device will put the user into the desired state of mind. Cost: 299 USD
Read more about it via Thync:

www.thync.com

Monday, June 1, 2015

The Italian countryside...

Lamborghini fans that have waiting for an SUV can rejoice, it has been announced for 2018. The successor to the memorable 1988 LM002 will be manufactured in Italy, and is anticipated to be a bit more refined than its ancestor.
Read more about it via AutoWeek:

autoweek.com

Sunday, May 31, 2015

Gussied up...

When it's time to spruce up the interior of your private jet, you might consider reaching out to Mercedes Benz. They've been working in cooperation with Lufthasa Technik to develop VIP cabins that look something like a boutique hotel.
Read more about it via Daimler:

media.daimler.com

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Self sufficient...

Bratislava-based 'Nice Architects' designed a small egg shaped home called 'The Ecocapsule'. The tiny off the grid home is powered by both solar and wind - has the basic necessities, and will fit two people that are very comfortable with each other.
The Ecocapsule via Inhabitat:

inhabitat.com

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Utility panel...

The 'SolarTab' is a stylish solar panel and battery combination that will help keep you plugged in. Cost: pre-order for 119 USD
Info and pre-order from SolarTab:

www.mysolartab.com

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Trendy treads...

Howe and Howe have unveiled their latest - the 'RipSaw EV2 Luxury Tank'. No more awkward moments when handing the keys over to the valet at the tank parking lot.
Read more about it via RipSaw Tank:

www.ripsawtank.com

Monday, May 25, 2015

Getting there...

This past week, the record was set for the longest hoverboard flight - a 900 feet crossing of a lake in Canada. Watch the fun at the link below.
Hoverboard Record via YouTube:

youtu.be/Bfa9HrieUyQ

Saturday, May 23, 2015

I'll have the veal...

Herb Lester offers a tiny set of books to help with ordering while in France, Spain, or Italy. The tiny 24 page guides tuck discreetly into a pocket or wallet. Cost: 8 GPB
'How to Read the Menu' via Herb Lester:

shop.herblester.com