The Volocopter is somewhat of a cross between a quadcopter drone and a helicopter. It is a novel mode of transportation built by the German company e-Volo.
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Google’s Project Soli will put gesture controls everywhere
Every motion controller currently on the market may have just become obsolete thanks to Google.
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World’s thinnest lightbulb developed using graphene
A postdoctoral research scientist, Young Duck Kim, has led a team of scientists from Columbia, Seoul National University (SNU), and Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) that have demonstrated for the first time ever an on-chip visible light source using graphene, an atomically thin and perfectly crystalline form of carbon, as a filament.
Nissan’s used Leaf batteries to be incorporated into home energy storage
Nissan is following in the footsteps of Tesla and Mercedes-Benz. They are now set to become the latest automaker to offer battery packs for stationary energy storage. Although pricing information has yet to be provided, the Nissan product should be relatively affordable, as it will incorporate used batteries from Nissan Leaf electric cars.
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Feelreal VR Mask adds Smell-O-Vision to virtual reality
Feelreal VR Mask
The Feelreal VR Mask is going to make the world of virtual reality a little more real and smelly. The mask attaches to the bottom of headsets like the Oculus Rift and adds other sensory experiences, like hot and cold air, water mist, and smells. Feelreal is also making a helmet, called Nirvana, which can fit the VR Mask and a smartphone. Both projects seek funding together on Feelreal’s Kickstarter, which is looking for $50,000.
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An airplane middle seat that is halfway-pleasant
The days of cramming into the middle seat, engaging in the passive-aggressive skirmish for the armrests, if Thompson Aero Seating has its way, will be long gone. Continue reading… “An airplane middle seat that is halfway-pleasant”
New trend for home-based businesses: “Shedquarters”
Great for maintaining privacy and uninterrupted workflow, surprisingly cozy, and stylish, space-efficient work spaces have become all the rage lately. Continue reading… “New trend for home-based businesses: “Shedquarters””
‘Napcab’ napping pods helping you to survive the airport
napcab’s napping pod
The Napcab is the best thing to ever happen to weary travelers (or ones who could never stand the airport in the first place). The luxurious “sleeping cabins,” located right in the middle of the terminal, are tiny private rooms, fully decked out with luggage storage, a bed and a small workspace. Simply walk up and swipe your credit card on a touchscreen to enter your box of solitary bliss — rates are about $12 to about $18 per hour, with a $35 minimum.
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How VR will revolutionize entertainment
Why VR tech serves as an ideal alternative to TV and how monetization opportunities abound
The growth of virtual reality is guaranteed to have a transformational influence on the live entertainment industry. Offering a distinctive experience far beyond attending a concert, show or sports game, virtual reality technology provides a standout option to live entertainment enthusiasts everywhere. Below are three examples of how virtual reality will alter how we view, enjoy and engage in live entertainment.
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How Virtual Reality can Help with Curing Alzheimers Disease
90 year old grandmother tries Oculus Rift
Nearly 50 million people worldwide suffer from dementia. It is a devastating disease that leaves individuals as shells of their former selves. For the millions of family members of those affected by the disease, one of the hardest things in dealing with the disease is empathizing with the victims. What the patients are going through simply is not within our own personal realms of experience, and it makes it hard to relate and help them cope with their disorder. With Alzheimer’s Disease International projecting the number of sufferers to nearly double within the next 15 years, it is clear there is a need to help caregivers and families empathize better with these victims. That is exactly what Opaque Multimedia is hoping to accomplish with the Virtual Dementia Experience.
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Graphene can Harvest Energy through Thin Air
(CNN) Bold claims for new battery technology have been around since the invention of the lead-acid battery more than 150 years ago.
But researchers at Manchester University in the UK say their latest discovery involving the new wonder material graphene could be the most revolutionary advance in battery technology yet.
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The Branding of Marijuana in the Marketplace
The market for marijuana is changing, at least in the states where the drug has been legalized. In Colorado and Washington, where recreational marijuana is legal for adults, cannabis sellers are finding new approaches to the way they sell their products. The new business plan, for many, includes advertising and marketing — a shifting image.
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