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A laser-based instrument set for deployment on the International Space Station will probe the depths of Earth's forests to reveal their 3D architecture in a bid to learn more about the role trees play in the carbon cycle and wider ecosystem.

Back in February, we heard about a prototype Schwalbe mountain bike tire system that used a dual-chamber setup to both increase traction and minimize flats. The design has since been refined, and the commercial version of the product has been officially unveiled.

While completing his PhD at the University of Cambridge, Dr Niraj Lal found that just as Buddhist singing bowls retain vibrations and sound, miniaturized versions interact with light in much the same way. These "nanobowls" could serve as components in highly efficient solar cells.

Ricoh has outed the WG-M1 action camera, a rugged 14-megapixel shooter designed to shoot stills or videos of your adventurous exploits. Waterproof, shock-resistant, and cold-resistant, it features a wide-angle lens, built-in Wi-Fi and an LCD screen.

3D printer company MakerMex is seeking to produce a device with a little more staying power in the form of a multi-material 3D printer called the MM1. The device features a modular design that enables the owner to swap components in and out as required.

Our analysis of the top 100 motorcycles ever sold at auction has yielded a goldmine of previously unavailable information such as the most sought and hence valuable marques, vintages and engine configurations, who sells them, and where they are sold.

Mercedes has given its B-Class a midlife upgrade with a range of more efficient engines, including electric and natural gas options, along with small styling tweaks and an updated infotainment system.

Cliphit turns those annoying finger tappers into potential drummers. With a main speaker unit and clips that can be attached to almost anything within reach, Cliphit is an electronic drum kit just waiting for skins. And you, and your household detritus, provide those skins.

Four teams of architects have unveiled preliminary proposals for Washington, D.C's first elevated park. The 11th Street Bridge Park project is expected to cost around US$30 million in total and be completed by 2018.

Google’s Android One initiative is designed to bring quality, low-cost smartphones to developing countries, tackling key issues with locally available hardware. Today, the company has taken the wraps off the first wave of certified smartphones that are available to purchase in India right now.

Researchers have developed a completely self-contained radio-on-a-chip device that comprises receiving and transmitting antennas and a central processor. Very cheap to manufacture and powered by ambient radio waves, it could give the "Internet of Things" a serious kick start.

Nikon has revealed the D750 DSLR, which could finally please some of those photographers who have been hankering after a worthy D700 successor. The new camera features a 24.3-megapixel full frame sensor, a 51 point autofocus system and built-in Wi-Fi.