Self-powered sensor changes color to warn if frozen foods have thawed

Just because a food item may be frozen when you buy it, that doesn’t mean it wasn’t thawed and refrozen somewhere along the line. A new self-powered sensor, however, would change color to let you know if that had happened.Continue ReadingCategory: Scie… Continue reading Self-powered sensor changes color to warn if frozen foods have thawed

Weed-killing plant-based foam shown to be as effective as herbicides

It’s no secret that herbicides can be harmful to the environment, plus they’re costly, and weeds may develop a resistance to them. New research now suggests that farmers could get the same weed-killing results from a hot biodegradable foam.Continue Rea… Continue reading Weed-killing plant-based foam shown to be as effective as herbicides

Single-use paper circuit board can be burnt to ash when discarded

Single-use electronic devices pose a challenge, as the heavy metals and other toxic materials in them shouldn’t just be released into the environment, yet those substances are difficult to reclaim. Scientists have developed what could be a solution, in… Continue reading Single-use paper circuit board can be burnt to ash when discarded

4X4 Gladiator is ready to head for the hills – or the beach

There are quads, there are off-road scooters and skateboards … and then there’s the 4X4 Gladiator. The go-anywhere electric vehicle is currently the subject of an Indiegogo campaign, and it will certainly turn a few heads.Continue ReadingCategory: Outd… Continue reading 4X4 Gladiator is ready to head for the hills – or the beach

Study suggests that even small amounts of crude oil can harm seabirds

It’s always upsetting to see images of seabirds covered in crude oil, as the result of an accidental spill. According to a new study, however, even tiny amounts of routinely released waterborne oil may seriously damage such birds’ feathers.Continue Rea… Continue reading Study suggests that even small amounts of crude oil can harm seabirds