Invention Archive Page 18
Posted on July 24, 2007 with 1 comment
As technology grows, it conversely reduces in size. MP3 players and mobile phones were initially rather large, whereas now a more powerful phone can wrap around your wrist and worn as a watch. As we advance technologically, the next phase which we enter is gesture-based controls. This idea consists of using human motion to dictate the...
Posted on July 20, 2007 with 3 comments
A realistic robotic fly has spread its wings at the University of Harvard. Despite weighing only 60 milligrams with a wingspan of 3 centimeters, the robotic fly mimics the actions of a real fly contributing to the realism of the mechanical insect. Small robots such as this will be used in the future for spying missions or to enter and explore...
Posted on July 19, 2007 with 2 comments
Toys are constantly evolving. From the days when a doll or a toy car would suffice to satisfy a kid's enjoyment, toys in the modern day need to have the latest additions such as sections which fly off in different directions, parts which move at high speeds and now a radio controlled blimp which drops bombs on selective unsuspecting victims....
Posted on July 18, 2007 with 0 comments
Arcam have addressed the needs of many music lovers to converge large music collections onto a single piece of equipment, saving vast amounts of space and creating a single reliable repository for all music.
Arcam's 400GB FMJ MS250 music server offers a massive amount of space, to eradicate the need for single CD's, and store every song you...
Posted on July 17, 2007 with 0 comments
The Ferrari brand has diversified their market, since exclusively cars, and now we have a Ferrari gym to add to the company's portfolio. As with every product manufactured by Ferrari the logo itself seems reason enough to merit a lengthy price tag. Despite this, Ferrari is renowned for style and design, a commodity which they constantly...
Posted on July 16, 2007 with 16 comments
In an effort to improve the flexibility of cycling on a regular bike, Michael Killian has invented a bicycle with a distinct twist, quite literally. The sideways bike allows the cyclist to travel sideways rather than straightforward with a more flexible and dynamic approach. All that is required by the cyclist is to convert the traditional...
Posted on July 15, 2007 with 0 comments
The MusicPal really will become a friendly device to operate your music and allow you to tune into your favorite radio stations.
Eradicating the need for a PC this stand-alone system allows internet radio stations to be listened to and even streamed across an entire network.
People are now moving away from regional radio stations and...
Posted on July 8, 2007 with 5 comments
NASA have unveiled a new toilet designed specifically for the International Space Station. The toilet has an estimated cost of $19 million, but what could possibly push the price of a toilet up to this price range?
The toilet has been purchased from Russian aerospace firm RCS Energia. The reasons for the price include the...
Posted on July 4, 2007 with 1 comment
If you're into web communication and utilise a webcam either for personal or business needs, you will be happy to hear that Logitech have announced two brand new HD-quality 2MPx webcams. Named, QuickCam 9000 and QuickCam Pro, both support 720p HD Video at a resolution of 960 x 720 px.
The cameras will also include a revolutionary new concept...
Posted on July 1, 2007 with 8 comments
This device attaches to your computer via simple USB connection allowing you to transfer and store any audio clip of 30 seconds or less. The device then attaches itself as an extension to the existing doorbell wiring to replace the sound with the stored file.
Surprise your guests by resonating any sound which you choose as they approach and...
Posted on June 23, 2007 with 1 comment
The Apple iPhone is talk of the gadget world at the moment, and Apple keep revealing new and exciting additions as the launch date beckons.
Apple have just announced that YouTube videos will be able to played over the iPhone utilizing the H.264 codec, currently in use at the YouTube website.
The Apple TV also allows for videos to be played...
Posted on June 22, 2007 with 2 comments
Philips have introduced a revolutionary new concept, which I'm sure many people have been waiting to hit the modern age for a while.
The device is a 3D display screen, which offers an array of impressive 3D animation on a simple screen. Although initial information is still rather limited, this is one of the few images released by Philips...