ePack is a li’l urban semi-trailer truck – that you pedal

It’s highly unlikely that you’ve ever seen a pedal-electric delivery vehicle quite like the ePack before. In order to accommodate its 4,000 liters of cargo space, the six-wheeler has the same articulated form factor as a semi-trailer transport truck.Co… Continue reading ePack is a li’l urban semi-trailer truck – that you pedal

Adjustable magnetic smartphone light belts out 300 lumens

Feeling limited by your smartphone’s puny light? If so, you might want to check out the phone-mountable Wuben E1. It’s currently on Kickstarter, and puts out up to 300 lumens as compared to the iPhone 15’s measly 50.Continue ReadingCategory: Mobile Tec… Continue reading Adjustable magnetic smartphone light belts out 300 lumens

Breath-analyzing sensor dims its glow to show blood oxygen levels

A new sensor could soon allow hospital patients’ blood oxygen levels to be checked via their breath. The technology is claimed to be more reliable and less painful than existing traditional methods.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Fraunh… Continue reading Breath-analyzing sensor dims its glow to show blood oxygen levels

Video: Iron-shelled robo-snails swarm together for off-road tasks

Even though snails are slow and slimy-bottomed, they’ve inspired a new type of robot that could be quite useful. Groups of these bots can operate independently or join together in order to perform tasks that would otherwise be impossible.Continue Readi… Continue reading Video: Iron-shelled robo-snails swarm together for off-road tasks

Fast, light micro-camping kit turns Rivian or Tesla SUV into an e-RV

If you’re an avid camper who drives a Tesla Model Y or a Rivian R1S, chances are you’ll love Fruble’s new Camper Kits for those EVs. Both kits feature pullout drawers for meal preparation and gear storage, along with optional in-vehicle sleeping platfo… Continue reading Fast, light micro-camping kit turns Rivian or Tesla SUV into an e-RV

Leech-inspired device may make for kinder, gentler blood sampling

Leeches may be creepy, but many people find hypodermic needles even creepier. That’s one of the reasons why scientists have developed a new leech-inspired blood collection device, which draws blood samples without the need for a big jab.Continue Readin… Continue reading Leech-inspired device may make for kinder, gentler blood sampling

Greek e-quadracycles haul people and cargo using pedals and motors

What do you get when you cross the eco-friendliness and fitness value of an ebike with the stability and weather protection of a small car? Well, you get an e-quadracycle, such as the funky new Orion and Ilos from Greek startup Gloubos.Continue Reading… Continue reading Greek e-quadracycles haul people and cargo using pedals and motors

Jetdive Pro puts a dual electric power boost on divers’ hips

If you’re looking for a hands-free wearable electric boost while snorkeling or scuba diving, the Jetdive Pro should definitely fit the bill. It’s not the first product of its kind, but it is claimed to be the best in several key ways.Continue ReadingCa… Continue reading Jetdive Pro puts a dual electric power boost on divers’ hips