While the future of solar technology seems to rest on nanotechnological innovation, these GROW panels by SMIT are fairly remarkable. Inspired by leaves, these tiny generators do one better than their biological counterparts, drawing power from the sun, but also capturing energy from the wind as they are jostled by the breeze. Developers currently showcasing the technology hope to sell modular kits through art/design resellers (as opposed to typical industrial outlets). Unfortunately, we’re guessing that this more accessible purchase will have a major price trade off.
Posted on 2008 under Design, Miscellaneous, USB Devices |
1
Mar
Brando has launched its latest flexible peripheral, the USB mini Webcam that has been developed for notebook PC. The tiny and portable device can be carried with you whenever and wherever required.
Supporting Windows XP SP2 and Vista, the flexible USB webcam has a twisted body, allowing users to adjust it as per their movements. Users can easily enjoy video conferencing. The product requires Pentium 450 MHz equivalent or above 256MB RAM. Read more… »
Posted on 2008 under Auto, Design, Miscellaneous |
29
Feb
MIT Media Lab’s RoboScooter prototype would be a lot more intriguing if it had some sort of autopilot button, and while that could very well emerge in the future, it looks as if the first models will still require human intervention. Nevertheless, the ultra-compact vehicle is entirely electric, and aside from supporting swappable batteries, it can also fold up for easy transport. Furthermore, its creators boast that the entire rig is constructed from just 150 parts, which makes life on the assembly line that much easier. Granted, even engineers realize that scooters don’t stand much of a chance in America, but if all goes well, this bugger could start conquering Asian streets as early as next year.
“Break me off a piece of that! This portable hard drive looks like a chocolate bar but thats where the similarities end. Each piece is made of a modular flash drive. The central hub is a touchscreen to help you view and organize your collective files.”
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