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19th-century dogtrot house gets a prefab Passive House makeover
October 29, 2026
| Bridget Borgobello
Williamson Williamson has taken the distinctive open-air layout of the 19th-century dogtrot and reworked it for Ontario cottage country, combining prefabricated construction with a highly insulated envelope.
Wheel-less tent trailer airs into 12-person camp castle with bathroom
October 29, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
The hitch-mounted tent is a concept we've seen a number of times over the years. MyGlamper looks to grow the concept to group camping size. Its hitch-up box unfolds and inflates into a 6- to 12-person wilderness lodge with bathroom and kitchen.
New image sheds light on China's secret spaceplane
October 29, 2026
| David Szondy
The veil of secrecy surrounding an orbital mystery has been lifted after the release of the clearest public view yet of China's secretive spaceplane. The photograph was taken by a commercial Earth-imaging satellite from a distance of less than 56 miles.
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Beauer has blown up the internet over the years with clever telescopic campers that nearly double or triple in size at camp. This year, it reshuffles its lineup with the new X8, towable retreat for large families that accommodates up to eight people.
The Yukon Park Model takes the look of a traditional mountain lodge and puts it on wheels. It's designed as a retreat for two and features a rustic aesthetic plus an open layout that make it feel more like a cabin than a typical tiny house.
Though its dimensions are modest, the Onyx 2630 offers a comfortable take on small living. Suitable for a couple, it features a light-filled living interior, while a handy porch extends the living space outdoors.
Exod designs tents with the aim of "reshaping how humanity conquers the most remote corners of the Earth." So far, it's chipped away 1 to 4 people at a time. Its all-new Base-01 takes a bigger bite out of "humanity," expanding into group camping.
The Arrowmax Arrowspace S1 electric smart driver seriously automates the task of screw driving, using an HD camera system to identify the bit and torque you need. It's just a step or two removed from a new style of fully autonomous "self-driving."
Dragon Tiny Homes has revealed a new iteration on its popular Avalon model. Instead of trying to pack in as much as possible, this one spreads out over a single floor, making everyday life a little more straightforward.
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October 29, 2026Winter RV adventures have plenty going for them. Snow-covered mountain scenery, quieter campgrounds and the freedom to explore destinations well beyond the traditional summer travel season all have their appeal. But when temperatures plunge below freezing, the experience can quickly lose its charm if the heating system isn't up to the task. -
October 29, 2026Regular binoculars stop being useful once the sun goes down. These mini night-vision binoculars feature 850nm infrared illumination that lets you see up to 1,000 feet in the dark, and they’re on sale for $89.99 (reg. $159.99). -
October 29, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaWhat if sandcastles could last for decades? Researchers at ETH Zurich are trying to turn ordinary sand into a strong building material comparable to concrete by adding living bacteria to it. -
October 29, 2026 | Omar KardoudiVirgin Galactic hasn't flown anyone to space since 2024. On Wednesday it finally showed off the spaceship it hopes will change that. Called Apeiron, it is designed to carry six passengers to the edge of space twice a week, for more than 500 missions. -
October 29, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaSuper Mouse is an interesting new take on the traditional computer mouse. It combines cursor control with the customizable shortcuts of a control pad in a single device, designed to improve your workflow. -
October 29, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallA 426-ft aluminum catamaran ferry with a 43-MWh battery has completed its maiden voyage in South America, showing that zero-emission propulsion is ready to handle heavy-duty commercial maritime routes anywhere in the world. -
October 29, 2026 | Adam WilliamsA lot of tiny houses try to cram as much as possible into their compact frame. The Wildflower uses its available space to prioritize a roomy and open layout for two that's more like an apartment on wheels. -
October 29, 2026 | David SzondyHiding on the battlefield is becoming easier as the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center tests a new smokescreen designed to shield soldiers from visual inspection, night vision, infrared sensors, and radar beams. -
October 28, 2026 | Mike McRaeLast week, our solar neighborhood became a little more interesting with the potential discovery of a new icy world out in the Solar System’s fringes, concealed against a crowded backdrop of stars. -
October 28, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Italians know a thing or two about motorcycles. Now, a startup called Positive Motorcycles has popped up with an electric motorcycle of its own. It carries a fair share of Italian flair alongside a rather surprising “potential” price tag.
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Once famous for building the world's biggest and most powerful engines, Finnish company Wärtsilä is investing heavily in technology to clean up the notoriously difficult heavy marine sector. CEO Håkan Agnevall lays out a roadmap to zero carbon 2050.
Roboticists today are wrestling with the question of whether AI needs a body? If so, what kind? And then there’s the “how” of it all; if embodied intelligence is the way forward to true artificial general intelligence, could soft robots be the next step?
Electric flight seems to be all the rage, but its place in the aviation market has yet to be worked out. We talked to Ralph Müller, CEO of H2Fly, to discuss the state of play of electric aircraft, hybrid hydrogen fuel, and the future of the industry.
Ford has been busily debuting new Nugget camper vans over the past few years, and it's now preparing to reveal the one it calls "completely winter-proof." The fully hard-sided four-sleeper Nugget High Roof will offer something VW doesn't.
Adding to the growing body of research that proves our microbiome is a powerful ally in fighting disease, scientists have found that an easy-to-get nutrient in our food causes our guts to produce powerful insulin-regulating compounds.
Although electric motors do help kayaks fight headwinds and currents, they also add weight, complexity and the potential for getting snagged. The FluxJet system may change that, with a sub-5-lb electric jet drive module that fits into the hull.
The Artemis II mission, which will return US astronauts to lunar space, has run into problems that have critics demanding NASA remove the crew from the flight for safety reasons. The bigger question is, why do we have astronauts at all?
Hybrid commuter bikes generally aren't known for being all that exciting. That's why some cyclists are taking old speed-oriented lugged-steel road bikes that would otherwise go unused, and converting them into zippy, retro-cool city bikes. Here's how you can do it, too.