Some of you might remember when we covered the Omnitread, an odd snake-like robot with the ability to crawl into small places. Apparently, the U.S. Army Research Laboratory is working on similar technology with a Robotic Tentacle Manipulator. As you can see, it has three snake robots on a circle base.
These robot [...]
Let’s just say I handed you this slingshot with the push button numbers on it. What would you think it was supposed to do?
Perhaps it is a new type of cellular phone, where you dial in the number and shoot it at the nearest cell phone tower to get the best possible signal. [...]
About the time I go reorganizing my bookshelf I start seriously considering purchasing bookends. I just tend to grumble about it due to the lack of versatility that they come with. Most bookends can really only hold up one side of books at a time. However, these fancy Bendit Bookends are a whole lot more [...]
Read More..>>This is the “Paper Lacerating Pen”, and it has many features. At least two more than the average pen.
First of all, it allows you to write messages or anything else in “invisible letters”. Then, with the LED light on top, you can shine on what you have written and have a [...]
It’s tough making sure you always have cold drinks on you. It’s especially tough going to different festivals where it’s extremely hot and the drinks are far overpriced while also being heavily watered down. Thankfully there is this backpack that looks like nothing more than a backpack, that can easily be slung over your shoulder. [...]
Read More..>>It would appear that Star Tours isn’t the only ride in Disneyland that is getting an update. The Haunted House ride is also getting a makeover, and it will be from Guillermo Del Toro.
I’m sure most of you will recognize the name as a director of some great films like Pan’s Labyrinth, [...]
Apparently, someone spilled lemonade on the Blue Man Group and created this green man group that you see here.
Actually, this is the Video Green Full Cover Suit, and it is designed to be used with a Chroma Key video effect so that you disappear. It’s how they do the invisible man trick [...]
I think this is the first time we’ve ever reported about a gadget especially for cows, introducing the Cow Wash, it does exactly what it says.
The Cow Wash is created by Swedish firm DeLaval and they have sold over 30,000 which must amount to a serious number of clean cows.
I did find the cow [...]
Most married people have a reminder of their commitment on their finger, and should have at least one wedding photo. What if you could have both of those in the same place?
That’s right, it is a wedding ring with a photo inside. This picture will give you an idea of how small the [...]
It’s summer in my part of the world, and spontaneous picnics are happening everywhere. I can’t think of anything better for a picnic than a watermelon.
The problem is that it is tough to transport a watermelon to your picnic. Not only are they heavy, but their smooth rind and curvaceous shape [...]