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BMW Gina - Reinvenventing the Skin of a Car

June 13th, 2008 at 11:32 pm » Comments (0)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTYiEkQYhWY

Suddenly the car becomes a living entity
BMW GINA Light Visionary Model. Exclusively on BMW-web.tv: Transfer of the confidential concept car “GINA Light Visionary Model” to the BMW Museum, Munich. Second video after the jump.
 



Energy Expert Recommends Sequestration Legislation to Congress

June 13th, 2008 at 4:10 pm » Comments (0)

putting it underground
Carnegie Mellon University Professor Edward S. Rubin is urging Congress to approve newly proposed legislation designed to fund pioneering technologies that can trap and store carbon dioxide emissions deep underground - a vital measure needed to control global climate change.
 



The New Set-Top Box Battle - The Long War Has Begun

June 13th, 2008 at 1:30 pm » Comments (0)

 
One year ago, we predicted that the infinite format war would rise from the ashes of the HD DVD/Blu-ray format war-that a million online services and set-top boxes would suddenly promise to deliver movies and video to your computer or TV. And that each one would essentially be their own format, since none of them […]



Testicle Tour with a Serious Message

June 13th, 2008 at 1:00 pm » Comments (0)

Holy Balls!

An Essex man who had a testicle removed will be setting out on a UK tour with a specific difference - all of the places he visits must have names pertaining to the male genital area.



Crazy Two Person Bicycle Design

June 13th, 2008 at 9:30 am » Comments (0)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPTK1wwZ2gI

 
A unique tandem bicycle, Bi-Cycle allows both riders to contribute equally to the riding experience. Since both riders can steer and pedal at the same time, riding this bike demands a trust bond between the riders. (Pics)



Bubble Exhaust System for Your Bike

June 13th, 2008 at 9:14 am » Comments (0)

 

 Environmental issues are always more fun when spoken in bubble-talk
Bikes with bubble blowing machines are not new ideas–they’ve been in children’s toys for a while. But what if the bubbles were made using “green” biodegradable vegetable-based soap, and what if they were filled with seeds? Then bubbles would no longer be just a fun decoration, […]



Uber-Cool Glass Keyboard

June 13th, 2008 at 9:06 am » Comments (0)

 You know you want one
Glass surface inputting is the new hotness for almost every gadget maker today. From from the iPhone to Microsoft’s Surface technology, flat is where it’s at. Introducing the flattest full size QWERTY keyboard to date, “No-key Keyboard” by Kong Fanwen.



Indian Kids Sleeping Less

June 13th, 2008 at 8:53 am » Comments (0)

 
 Indian kids are being conditioned at a young age to take over the world
Indian children are going to bed much later and are getting lesser sleep than their Caucasian counterparts. A largescale study, which compared the sleep patterns of children in Caucasian and Asian countries, found substantial differences in sleep patterns in young children.



Flip-Flops Tied to Skin Cancer

June 13th, 2008 at 8:38 am » Comments (0)

 Cancer is now coming in many strange shapes
They may be just perfect for hot weather and a fashion hit of the summer, but remember wearing sandals and flip-flops can put you at risk of developing skin cancer on your feet.
Researchers have earlier warned of some link between open-toed footwears and skin patches.



Smart People Live Longer

June 13th, 2008 at 8:27 am » Comments (0)

It pays to be smart
It seems there may be some truth in the old adage about being old and wise, for a new study has revealed that brainy people are likely to live 15 years longer than others.
Researchers at Calabria University in Italy have found that longevity is because the brains of intelligent people age […]