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Electronics

Good vibrations: tiny generator harnesses kinetic energy to power wireless electrical systems

July 6, 2007 Researchers at the University of Southampton have developed a kinetic energy generator which derives electrical energy from the vibrations and move

Motorcycles

US$15,000 Carbon Fibre Enertia electric motorcycle to hit stores in early 2008

July 7, 2007 The era of the electric roadgoing motorcycle is upon us and it’s ironic that it should come from a company that looked set to make its mark in a

The VH-71, soon to go into service as America's presidential helicopter.

Aircraft

Presidential helicopter aces maiden test flight

July 9, 2007 The new American presidential helicopter will be the most technologically advanced in the world, offering the most powerful leader on the planet a

Marine

Hobie Sailyak trimaran offers unique sail/pedal combination

July 9, 2007 Hobie is a name that’s been associated with innovation in aquatic sports since Hobie Alter started creating boards for the fledgling sport of surfi

Marine

Floating Dry Dock provides protection on the water

July 12, 2007 Boat owners who keep their boats moored know all too well what a hassle it can be to regularly remove accumulated plants, algae and sea-creatures

Sports

Innovative air-conditioned cooling vest

July 11, 2007 From elite sportspeople to industrial workers and emergency services personnel, avoiding heat stress is critical to performance, productivity and

Automotive

The Auto Rucksack - a backpack for small cars

July 11, 2007 More and more people are interested in the convenience and economy of small car ownership - but many are put off by the small carrying capacity th

Marine

Sealegs amphibious boats extend range with rugged new D-tube model

July 12, 2007 Since the last time we caught up with the Kiwis behind Sealegs , the amphibious boat that can drive itself straight down into the water, worl

Science

Over half the world now live in cities according to UN Report

July 12, 2007 A United Nations report coinciding with World Population Day reveals that for the first time in history, more people now live in cities than rural

Sports

Nordic Sport radio-controlled sports gear transporter

July 14, 2007 Built specficially for the Pan-American games, which started in Rio de Janeiro yesterday is this very special electric Volvo C30. The 1:5 scale mo

Robotics

Lightweight robot bridges gap between industrial and domestic functionality

July 13, 2007 We all know how important it is to get along with colleagues in the workplace and robots it seems, are no different. With this in mind, industrial

Holiday Destinations

New Boardwalk Bullet roller coaster opens in Texas

A new roller coaster at Kemah Boardwalk in Houston offers riders a stomach-dropping 92-foot plunge in wooden carriages.

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