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Meet the floating robot inspired by Tinker Bell, Pokémon's Mew
14 Jul 2026
The lighter-than-air robot prototype was inspired by fictional characters like Tinker Bell, Pokémon’s Mew and Studio Ghibli’s Soot Sprites; it floats through the air and gently hovers indoors.
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Video: Smart Home Device Tracks Energy Use and Saves Homeowners Money
10 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyGlow is an ambient home energy tracker that can help lower your environmental impact and energy bill by providing real-time energy use feedback, spending goals and alerts. -
Video: Smart Windows Can Turn from Transparent to Black in Under a Minute
09 Aug 2017Source: Peter BrownA prototype window uses metal ions that spread out over the surface which blocks light -
Video: Top Has Heaters Embedded in the Fabric to Keep You Warm
09 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyThe French, Hong Kong-based company Fillony LTD has launched a Kickstarter campaign for POLAR SEAL, their breathable, heated zip-top garment that is made to keep the wearer warm while withstanding demanding cold, alpine conditions. -
Video: Downsizing Deep Brain Implants
09 Aug 2017Source: S. HimmelsteinResearchers are using carbon nanofiber composites to design a smaller, flexible and biocompatible neural microelectrode. -
Video: Battery Operates on Your Spit in Resource-Limited Regions
08 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyResearchers from Binghamton University and the State University of New York have reached the next step in microbial fuel cells (MFC): a battery activated by spit. -
Video: New Radar for the Army has 360-Degree Sensor
07 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyLockheed Martin is unveiling the next generation of air and missile defense radar demonstrator at the Space and Missile Defense Symposium in Huntsville, Alabama. -
IBM Sets New Record for Magnetic Tape Storage
03 Aug 2017Source: Abe MichelenImagine storing the content of 330 million books in a magnetic tape that fits in the palm of your hands. This is what IBM presented on August 2 at the 28th Magnetic Recording Conference in Tsukuba, Japan. -
Video: Smart Shirt Gathers Movement Data While Staying Stretchy, Washable and Comfortable
03 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyXenoma has launched a Kickstarter for their new product that creates a camera-free motion tracking user experience. -
Video: Sensor Allows Plant Owners to Understand Their Plant’s Needs as Soon as Possible
03 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyHelloplant is a smart plant sensor that knows when your plants need water, sun or fertilizer. -
Video: Machine Learning for Automatic Image Retouching
02 Aug 2017Source: Tony PalloneA new system that can run on a cellphone employs machine learning to apply automatic, professional-quality retouching to images. -
Video: Plug and Play Developer Board Brings DLP Display Technology to the Masses on the Cheap
02 Aug 2017Source: Peter BrownThe module can be used for home automation, Bluetooth speakers, the internet of things, pico projectors and smartphones and tablets. -
Video: Sleek Webcam and Speaker Blockers Provide You with the Ultimate Computer Privacy
02 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyNope offers speaker and webcam blockers that can keep anyone from hacking your devices. -
Video: Smart Salt Shaker Helps Track Salt Consumption
02 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyHerb & Body has introduced their new product SMALT, the first interactive centerpiece that doubles as a smart salt dispenser. -
Watch First Arrested Landing and Launch on U.S. Navy’s Newest Carrier
02 Aug 2017Source: S. HimmelsteinThe USS Gerald R. Ford received and launched its first fixed-wing aircraft six days after being commissioned. -
Video: Smart Outlet Uses Existing Wiring to Turn Any House into a Smart Home
01 Aug 2017Source: Peter BrownSwidget is a power outlet with a variety of cool options to enable home automation. -
Video: New Smart Underwear is Here to Fix Your Back Problems
01 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyA team of engineers from Vanderbilt University has developed a design that combines the science of biomechanics and advances wearable tech to create a smart, mechanized undergarment that helps stop back stress. -
Video: New Portable Charging Station for MacBook and MacBook Pro Launched
01 Aug 2017Source: Siobhan Treacymophie has announced the availability of their powerstation USB-C XXL, a high-capacity universal battery designed to charge MacBook (2015), MacBook Pro (2016), iPad, iPhone and other devices. -
Video: This Augmented Reality Toy Puts Holograms in the Palm of Your Hand
01 Aug 2017Source: Peter BrownMerge Cube can view, interact or hold 3D objects through a handheld cube and AR/VR goggles or smartphone. -
Video: iPhone App Uses 3D Imaging to Make Customizable High Heels
31 Jul 2017Source: Siobhan TreacyTrue Gault has announced the launch of its smart phone app that uses a patented biomechanics method and measurements of each person’s individual feet to customize shoes for each person. -
Video: Why Should Digital Characters Have All the Fun?
31 Jul 2017Source: Tony PalloneResearchers have leveraged 3D printing and off-the-shelf electronic components to bring digital-quality expressiveness to animated physical characters.
