Centaur

The Vulcan rocket will use a reusable booster engine configuration

Space Systems

ULA Vulcan launcher will return to Earth by helicopter

The United Launch Alliance (ULA) has entered the reusable launcher race with its Next Generation Launch System (NGLS), also known as the Vulcan rocket. This will incorporate a rocket engine assembly that is snared in mid-air by a helicopter after reentering the Earth's atmosphere

As car ownership grows, congestion grows and parking in city centers becomes more expensive, and a car will increasingly only get you part of the way to your destination in most countries in the world.

Automotive

Dual-mode transport - the trend accelerates

The ongoing development of vehicles offering two modes of transport was a key trend evident at Auto China last week. Personal transportation needs are changing and Geely and BMW are the latest to demonstrate cars with inclusive last-mile transport.

Automotive

Michelin Tweel becomes Lunar Wheel for NASA Lunar Rover

February 15, 2009 The Tweel is an non-pneumatic Tire/WhEEL combo which offers an idiot-proof, no-maintenance, easily-retreadable tire for consumers and the h

Urban Transport

New specialist Segway models with more power, options and off-road abilities

Segway's 2005 product line will feature three new models and lithium-ion batteries that double the range of the Human Transporter (HT). The line includes the ne

Urban Transport

Segway's Centaur Concept

January 10, 2005 Segway's Concept Centaur took centre stage today when Michelin announced its new TWEEL combination tyre-wheel. The Tweel was shown fitted to a