‘GoFar’ a personal trainer for your car driving habit

Posted on February 5, 2017February 5, 2017 by

GoFar is like a personal trainer for your car, logging your trips and giving you real-time feedback to get the very best performance from your engine. Oh and it'll also help save up to 22% on fuel costs! Communicating directly with the car’s onboard computer, the GoFar app can display all sorts of valuable insights. Track every journey’s duration, distance and fuel use in real time, or delve into the data with a weekly overview, giving you insights into everything from your CO2 emissions to a...

‘Whitefox’ concept is a four-passenger snowmobile

Posted on January 28, 2017 by

The Whitefox concept is a four-passenger snowmobile that can run in existing snowmobile trails. It would be equipped with a 165-horseppower Rotax 850 E-TEC engine. It’s an idea from Canadian engineer Charles Bombardier, dubbed the Whitefox Concept. With enough space for a family of four , the Whitefox is designed to use a 165 HP Rotax 850 E-TEC engine that can get up to 19 MPG. Weighing less than 900 pounds thanks to its plastic body, the Whitefox would have the ability to heat its seats w...

‘Fensens’ Smart Wireless Parking Sensor With Feature to Alert You Of Objects In Your Blind Spot

Posted on January 22, 2017 by

'Fensens' is the World’s First Smart Wireless Parking Sensor And Hands-Free Mobile App. A wireless, pain-free parking sensor (and mobile app) to help you avoid accidents by detecting and alerting you of objects in your blind spot. Most new cars come with sensors to let you know when you're about to back over something. Unfortunately for owners of older rides, adding that capability to a car that didn't come equipped with it has been an expensive undertaking. https://youtu.be/vNko-Wcft9E ...

Segway’s new Human Transporter and Personal Robot

Posted on January 17, 2017January 17, 2017 by

Ninebot by Segway miniPRO Hands-Free, Self-Balancing Personal Transporter The miniPRO is not a hoverboard—it’s the next step in the evolution of personal transportation. Powered by Ninebot technology, the miniPRO is a hands-free,two-wheel electric scooter with safer features, higher speeds, and longer battery life. The miniPRO is built to easily traverse a variety of indoor and outdoor terrains. Some transporters, including hoverboards, have earned a reputation as fire hazards...

Bosch’s Traffic Jam Assist Self Drive mode Takes Control of the Car in a Traffic Jam and Drives Autonomously.

Posted on January 9, 2017January 9, 2017 by

The stress and frustration of being caught in a traffic jam will soon be a thing of the past, as a new driver assistance system (Bosch's Traffic Jam Assist system) goes LIVE. Bosch, a leading international supplier of automotive technology and services has launched it's Traffic Jam Assistant system, a software programme that can guide vehicles through highway traffic jams. Bosch's Traffic Jam Assist system is a significant step towards fully automated driving, whereby onboard computers wil...

National University of Singapore, and the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) have developed self driving scooter

Posted on November 11, 2016 by

MIT’s 2016 Open House last spring, more than 100 visitors took rides on an autonomous mobility scooter in a trial of software designed by researchers from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), the National University of Singapore, and the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART). The researchers had previously used the same sensor configuration and software in trials of autonomous cars and golf carts, so the new trial completes the demonstratio...

SIEMENS – Data-Driven Rail Systems

Posted on October 10, 2016 by

When was the last time you experienced inconvenient train delays? Do you wish that railway companies could do a better job of predicting when breakdowns will occur? Whereas in the past, maintenance traditionally consisted of checking rail vehicles at designated operating centers on a regular basis to resolve obvious problems and maintain machines, digital technologies are opening the door to a new level of service. Siemens' Allach locomotive plant on the outskirts of Munich is a high-tech ...

UpnRide: The Wheelchair That Can Allow Users to Stand Upright

Posted on September 15, 2016 by

For those who suffer from impaired walking, a sedentary lifestyle in a wheelchair seems like the only viable option. The makers of UPnRIDE however, have create a solution that changes the way we think about mobility for the disabled. UPnRIDE, a wheeled robotic device, enables both upright and seated mobility for anyone who is unable to, or has difficulty standing or walking. Millions of people who suffer from impaired walking use wheelchairs which limit their mobility, leading to health decli...

ISOBAR: The Cooling System that Could Revolutionize Vaccine Delivery

Posted on September 15, 2016 by 41629066

ISOBAR is a portable, cooling device that aims to provide safe and effective vaccine transportation in developing countries. The UK winner of the 2016 James Dyson Award, the device has the ability to keep vaccines cold for up to six days and can be recharged easily on the go in a little over an hour. Limited access to electricity and healthcare centers proves to be a difficult obstacle when transporting vaccines in rural areas. Further still, current vaccine programs in developing countrie...

HorseFly UAV Delivery Concept By Workhorse Group

Posted on August 18, 2016 by

HorseFly is an eight-rotor “octocopter,” designed to be used in tandem with WorkhorseGroup's EPA-approved electric work trucks. AMP Holding Inc. announced that its AMP Trucks subsidiary has successfully designed and flown a prototype of its new HorseFly™ battery-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Steve Burns, AMP CEO said, “HorseFly is the logical extension of our mission to help companies better manage their logistics operations. Whether a company wants to deliver its packages by truc...

Linky foldable electric longboard

Posted on June 4, 2016 by

Linky electric longboard is a foldable electric longboard, it can compact to half the length when not in use, making it small enough to fit inside a backpack. That’s right, no more accidentally hitting people with your unwieldy deck when taking the train or walking in a crowd – at this size, you can conveniently squeeze the whole thing into whatever bag you have on hand. Linky in the palm of your hand. A full length longboard, when folded, thanks to our patented system, it’s 400...

China Developing Traffic-Straddling Bus That Drives Over Cars

Posted on May 26, 2016May 26, 2016 by

China Developing Traffic-Straddling Bus That Drives Over Cars Engineering refinement TBS China, which is a large shipping company, has now unveiled a ‘3D Fast Bus’ they’re calling ‘Land Airbus.’ This concept could actually hit the streets of China as Land Airbus presents a new generation of high-level rail transport. There was a lot of hype when the concept of a ‘3D Fast Bus’ (also called a straddling bus, straddle bus or tunnel bus) was first introduced. The idea was to make a kind of giant...

MIT Copenhagen bicycle wheel

Posted on May 10, 2016 by

It looks like an ordinary bicycle wheel with an oversized center. But packed inside that unassuming hub is a veritable Swiss army knife’s worth of electronic gadgets and novel functions. The new wheel, developed by researchers at MIT, can store energy every time the rider puts on the brakes, and then give that power back to provide a boost when going uphill or to add a burst of speed in traffic. But there are also a variety of extra functions hidden within the hub of this new wheel, which is ...

Connect your car

Posted on May 10, 2016 by

Just plug the Automatic Link into your car’s data port. Your car and smartphone will automatically connect whenever you drive, wirelessly. The Automatic Link talks to your car’s onboard computer and uses your smartphone’s GPS and data plan to upgrade your car’s capabilities. The Automatic Link includes a built-in accelerometer that can detect many types of crashes. Automatic uses your phone’s data connection to immediately report the crash to 911* with your name, location, and vehicle desc...

‘Senspot’ – Realtime LIVE structural integrity measurement device

Posted on May 7, 2016 by

University of Maryland electrical engineering researcher Mehdi Kalantari has developed a tiny wireless sensor that monitors and transmits minute-by-minute data on a bridge's structural integrity that he estimates is one-hundredth the cost of a wired network approach. wireless sensors are designed with less than five millimeters in the thickness, and are comprised of four thin, flexible layers. The SenSpot is built using four level of senses, the first detects and measures structural parameter...

Ford Is Testing Its Self-Driving Cars In The Dark

Posted on April 12, 2016 by

AUTONOMOUS RESEARCH VEHICLES USE LIDAR SENSOR TECHNOLOGY TO SEE IN THE DARK Ford tests Fusion Hybrid autonomous research vehicles at night, in complete darkness, as part of LiDAR sensor development – demonstrating the capability to perform beyond the limits of human drivers. Recent test at Ford Arizona Proving Ground shows how the company’s use of LiDAR technology and 3D maps work in conjunction to allow vehicles to drive without headlights on. Testing supports Ford Smart Mobility, the ...

Fliegl Axle Weighing System (FWS)

Posted on March 31, 2016 by

Accurately tracking the weight of grain or other crops, starting at the point of harvest, is an important business process for growers around the world. In 2011, Fliegl Agrartechnik, a German manufacturer of agricultural trailers, tanks and other agricultural logistics equipment, debuted its Fliegl Axle Weighing System (FWS), a solution that can be retrofitted into equipment from vehicles made by Fliegl or other manufacturers, in order to help grain producers automate the process. The movement ...

GPS – Global Positioning System

Posted on March 31, 2016March 31, 2016 by

GPS stands for Global Positioning System and is a network that is made up of three main segments: Space segment – 24 satellites orbit the earth twice a day, traveling at over 7,000 mph. They are solar powered but have battery backup for when they are in the earth’s shadow. They are positioned so that at any given time there are at least 4 satellites ‘visible’ from any point on earth. Control segment – A master control station (located in Colorado Springs), unmanned monitor stations and gro...

Hercules Step Rider Powered Stairclimber

Posted on March 28, 2016 by

Hercules Step Rider Powered Stairclimber's advanced system provides all of the essential stair climbing functions. Moving loads up or down stairs. Tall and heavy loads are no problem for our Stairclimbers. Avoid injury or damage.... the Stair Robot Stairclimber can carry loads of 1000 kg up and down stairs. .... All Hercules Lifting Solutions are engineered, designed and built to eliminate lifting related injuries. ... Up and Down Stairs Stairclimber Power assisted. Handtruck Stairclimbers...

Boeing Creates a Self-Cleaning Airplane Lavatory

Posted on March 9, 2016 by 41629066

Many passengers are reluctant to use airplane lavatories given that so many individuals use them on a single flight, leaving it a potential “germ-zone.” But what if the lavatory could clean itself after every use? To make airplane lavatories more hygienic, Boeing engineers and designers have created a self-cleaning prototype bathroom that uses ultraviolet (UV) light and non-touch technology to kill 99% of germs, all in less than three seconds. The prototype lavatory consists of touc...

All-electric personal submarine

Posted on February 20, 2016 by

The all-electric Deepflight Dragon is the world's most compact personal submarine, it can take passengers to depths of up to 400 feet and can also fit neatly onboard many yachts. Two-person Deepflight Dragon is only 16.4 feet long and 6.2 feet wide and has been designed for easy launching and piloting. Onboard Dive Manager software monitors the critical functions of the sub and sets the depth limit for the dive, leaving even an inexperienced pilot free to enjoy the underwater scenery. Deep...

SmartHalo finds the quickest, safest routes to make your ride a stress-free experience

Posted on February 17, 2016 by

SmartHalo is a smart biking device designed for urban cyclists. Its military-grade locking system ensures it stays permanently on your handlebar to assist you when you need it. The intuitive navigation system shows you the quickest, safest routes to your destination. Automatic tracking capabilities save your biking metrics seamlessly. The powerful front light illuminates your path at night. And when you’re not around, SmartHalo keeps your bike safe from thieves. This is the smart biking syste...

E-Glide-Powerboard-All-Terrain-Electric-Skateboard

Posted on February 9, 2016 by

E Glide Electric Powerboard E-Glide builds the best electric-powered skateboards currently available with high-end components and a hand-controlled electric drive system that delivers speeds up to 30 mph. All E-Glides electric motor powered skateboards are built and tested in Santa Monica, California to the highest standards of safety and quality. Because of their high-end electronics, E-Glide powerboards perform way beyond anything else available in terms of power, reliability and repa...

Hypersonic rocket engine could revolutionize space flight.

Posted on December 19, 2015 by

Oxfordshire-based Reaction Engines are developing a new aerospace engine class that combines both jet and rocket technologies. They call it the greatest advance in propulsion since the jet engine which will help potentially revolutionizing hypersonic flight and dramatically reducing the cost of space access. SABRE, which stands for Synergetic Air-Breathing Rocket Engine, is designed to enable aircraft to operate from a standstill on the runway to hypersonic flight in the atmosphere, and then tra...

Moox Bike, the first-of-its kind bike and scooter hybrid.

Posted on November 28, 2015 by

With Moox Bike, you can pedal like a traditional bicycle or use the patented platform design to glide and scoot. The Moox Bike begs to be noticed. Its innovative design and striking colors not only make it fun to ride and glide, but turns heads along the way. Its design, construction and architecture provide an extremely comfortable and fluid ride. The Moox Bike is structurally sound with no-fuss. It will last for years with minimal maintenance. Each Moox Bike is individually tested and adheres ...

New Modification Method Could Bring Lifesaving Medications to Market

Posted on October 23, 2015 by

A safe and efficient technique using cellulose to get drugs to safely reach their target to save lives was created. Xiangtao Meng, a fourth-year graduate student in the College of Natural Resources and Environment has developed a new technique that can get drugs to market, and to patients, that would otherwise fail. Taking medications orally is typically much more practical for patients than methods like intravenous injections, but the bioavailability of a drug the amount that actually rea...

Mitas AirCell dramatically boosts the performance of tire inflation systems

Posted on October 15, 2015 by

Mitas has introduced AirCell, an inner tire that the company boasts enables the inflation of large agricultural tires by 14 psi (from 11 to 26 psi) within just half a minute. According to Mitas, that is more than 10 times faster than the current method of inflation. Mitas AirCell is located on the rim inside the tire and occupies about 30% of the volume of the tire. Mitas Aircell has been designed for the Mitas 710/75 R42 SFT, other sizes will follow. AirCell is continuously inflated to a max...

Reinvent the Bike Wheel

Posted on October 13, 2015 by

The Copenhagen Wheel turns a standard bike into a power-assisted electric bike. Imagine if you could transform your bicycle into a smart electric hybrid, quickly and easily. The Copenhagen Wheel was developed at MIT’s SENSEable City Laboratory in 2009, as part of a research project sponsored by the Mayor of Copenhagen. The Copenhagen Wheel is a rear wheel replacement and turns a standard bike into a power-assisted electric bike. It pairs with a smartphone app, which readies the wheel for u...

Hendo – The world’s first real hoverboard

Posted on October 11, 2015 by

Making large complexes float might be a way to avoid the severity of damages caused by earthquakes. The amazing Hendo hoverboard is the brainchild of married couple and entrepreneurs Greg and Jill Henderson. Henderson postulated that making large complexes float might be a way to avoid the severity of damages caused by California earthquakes. It could be utilized to move people and goods more efficiently, for saving lives and livelihoods during earthquakes and floods. The hoverboard’s cor...

Xerox system automatically counts vehicle passengers.

Posted on October 11, 2015 by

Xerox rolls out Vehicle Passenger Detection System with highway speed accuracy for HOV/HOT Lane Enforcement. This system identifies the number of occupants in a vehicle with better than 95 percent accuracy at speeds ranging from stop-and-go to 100 mph. High occupancy carpooling lanes are critical to combating roadway congestion. However, their benefits are severely limited when motorists do not abide by the rules. Xerox (NYSE: XRX) announced the launch of its HOV/HOT lane compliancy test system ...