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Automotive

Toyota Prius spawns a full range of hybrids

Toyota celebrated a 10 year milestone for the Prius hybrid vehicle at the Detroit Auto Show 2011 this week with the introduction of three new additions to the eco-friendly range.

Phil Pauley's line of Cruiser watercraft would include the aptly-named Fly Cruiser

Marine

Phil Pauley envisions cruisers that could fly and submerge

Conceptual designer Phil Pauley envisions a family of watercraft that could submerge, fly, or sprout an extra deck.

Michael Kessler (left) and former Iowa State doctoral student Will Goertzen use a dynamic mechanical analyzer to measure the mechanical properties of polymers (Photo: Michael Kessler)

Science

Scientist developing self-healing biorenewable polymers

An Iowa State University scientist is attempting to create biorenewable polymers that are also able to self-heal themselves.

The Pocket eDGe has a 6-inch e-Ink reader to the left and a resistive touch LCD tablet to the right

Computing

enTourage presents the Pocket eDGe dualbook

enTourage Systems has introduced a pocket-sized version of its eDGe dualbook, which has a 6-inch e-Reader display and a 7-inch tablet

Mobile Technology

On the go: Top gear in the year 2031

A look at some of the most promising mobile technologies that are likely to reach maturity by the year 2031, delivering connectivity, convenience and portability on a science fiction scale.

The Kymera jetboard is a jet-powered body board

Marine

Make waves with the Kymera jet-powered body board

Jason Woods has designed a jet-powered body board, light enough to carry under your arm, small enough to fit in the trunk of a compact sedan, and efficient enough to enjoy all day without breaking the bank.

The first coils of silicon nanowire on a substrate that can be stretched to more than double their original length have been created, moving us closer to developing stretchable electronic devices

Electronics

Coiled nanowire key to stretchable electronics

The development of a silicon nanowire with elastic properties could allow for the incorporation of stretchable electronic devices into clothing, implantable health-monitoring devices, and a host of other applications

Automotive

2011 Chrysler 300 Sedan makes its world premiere

The new Chrysler 300 features a more aerodynamic profile, distinctive LED-illuminated running lamps, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, luxurious interior and massive 8.4-inch Touch infotainment center.

The non-lethal laser disorients pirates without any permanent damage

Marine

BAE Systems develops non-lethal laser to combat pirates

To combat the growing problem of piracy, BAE Systems has developed a non-lethal laser designed to act as a deterrent against pirate attacks on commercial vessels, such as oil tankers and container ships.

Computing

Samsung to release PC7 series computer with sliding keyboard

Samsung is set to release a new Windows 7 tablet computer with slide-out keyboard.

Automotive

X Prize Winner Li-ion Motors begins commercialization with Wave II and Inizio EVs

Li-ion Motors, which took out the prize in the Alternative Side-by-Side sub-class of the X Prize competition, has announced it plans to release the Wave II and Inizio supercar 100 percent electric vehicles this year.

Zaca Fire, near Santa Barbara, California, in 2007. Credit: U.S. Forest Service by John Newman

Electronics

Microwave sensors help fight wildfires from the air

A German research team has developed a sensor for detecting wildfires that works in the microwave range, eliminating the problem of poor visibility caused by heavy smoke.

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