Virtual Reality (VR) is “the computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.” When VR goes well, it’s pretty amazing. Take, for example, […]
Startup Spotlight: Temperfect Mug Keeps Drinks At The Perfect Temp
We had a chat with Dean Verhoeven, Founder and CEO of The Temperfect Mug By Joeveo, and got the 411 on their new product, where the inspiration came from, and advice they’d give to other entrepreneurs just starting out. Q: What does the Temperfect Mug do and how does it work? A: We make a new kind of […]
Autonomous Vehicle Trials Demonstrate V2V and V2I Communications
If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a million times—self-driving vehicles will be revolutionary. With integrated vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications, self-driving cars are already pushing the technological envelope. What pushed the envelope even more so in the UK was a demonstration of these technologies all working together, thanks to a cross-company collaboration dubbed the […]
Blood May Be The Key To Better Rechargeable Batteries
Discussions around lithium-ion batteries are never ending. But, the traditional lithium-ion may actually be on the way out. Scientists continue to overcome the obstacles which hold the longer-lasting lithium-oxygen batteries back. The main issue is lack of efficiency and the build-up of lithium peroxide, which reduces the electrodes’ effectiveness. Now, according to research published in […]
Robotic Glove Inspired By Human Fingers Assists The Disabled
Most people don’t think twice about everyday tasks, like opening doors and typing on a keyboard. However, for those who suffer from paralysis of the hand and fingers, whether it be from injuries or diseases, everyday “easy” tasks can present major issues without the support of assistive technologies. On average, about 500,000 people end up in a wheelchair […]
Startup Spotlight: Nanit Is The ‘Tesla’ Of Baby Monitors
We sat down with the CEO and co-founder of Nanit, Assaf Glazer, and got the 411 on their new product, where the inspiration came from, and advice they’d give to other entrepreneurs just starting out. Q: What does Nanit do and how does it work? A: Nanit is the first baby monitor camera that can actually see […]
This Robot Chef Can Prepare Your Dinner From Start To Finish
My holiday shopping is officially complete, thanks to this Robot Chef. Every single person on my list will appreciate this gift that just keeps on giving. Moley Robotics, a London-based company, has developed a prototype “robochef” designed specifically for the home. The idea is this: after a long day at the office, you come home to […]
The 1,000mph Car Gets Major Funding Boost, Is Back On Track
The Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, owners of Geely (a Chinese car brand), Volvo, and the London Taxi Company, is now the main sponsor and official automotive partner of the Bloodhound SSC land speed record project. As the main sponsor and automotive partner, the group will support both the financials for the project, as well as […]
Uber’s Self-Driving Car Passengers Must Sign Ridiculous Liability Waiver
There’s been much talk about Uber kicking off the first self-driving fleet in Pittsburgh this month, however, because of the infancy of autonomous cars, and the fact that the technology is still very experimental, Uber passengers are being asked to sign waivers clearing the company of any liability in the event of injury or death. […]
Now Presenting, The World’s First 3D Printed Electric Motorcycle
APWorks, whose parent company is Airbus, is set up to develop additive manufacturing techniques – especially metallic 3D printing – for the supply chains of Airbus’ main businesses. Occasionally, however, APWorks releases independent products that have been developed through their manufacturing work for Airbus. The latest release? The world’s first 3D printed electric motorcycle: The […]