Electrically conductive eSoil boosts plant growth via zaps to the roots

While hydroponic farms do allow a lot of crop plants to be grown in a relatively small space, they would certainly be a better alternative to traditional farms if those plants grew faster. That could soon be the case, thanks to the development of elect… Continue reading Electrically conductive eSoil boosts plant growth via zaps to the roots

LG’s new AI assistant will roam your home on two wheels

While AI assistants like Alexa can be helpful, they’re typically stuck in stationary devices such as smart speakers. LG is out to change that, with a new AI that makes its way through users’ homes in the form of a wheeled robot.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading LG’s new AI assistant will roam your home on two wheels

Efficient construction system stacks self-contained modules like Legos

Erecting an entire building from scratch at the construction site can be time-consuming and expensive, which is why many companies look to factory-built prefabricated structures. A new technology takes that idea further, with prefab blocks that are sta… Continue reading Efficient construction system stacks self-contained modules like Legos

From metal tires to wearable airbags, our top 10 bike picks for 2023

As 2023 draws to a close, it’s time once again for our annual look back at some of the year’s most interesting bicycle-related innovations. Not all of these things will be big sellers, but they definitely all deserve credit for following the road – or … Continue reading From metal tires to wearable airbags, our top 10 bike picks for 2023

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Space Perspective shows off test version of tourist-carrying space capsule

When someone says they’re planning on using a balloon to take tourists to the edge of outer space, you may wonder if they’ll ever get past the conceptual stage. Space Perspective has gotten past it, though, by building a physical test model of its Nept… Continue reading Space Perspective shows off test version of tourist-carrying space capsule

Mugatu bipedal robot takes a radically simplified approach to walking

Walking bipedal robots excel at tasks such as traversing uneven terrain, but because they’re so mechanically complex, they can’t be made very small. That could soon change, however, thanks to the development of the Mugatu robot.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading Mugatu bipedal robot takes a radically simplified approach to walking

Carice TC2 is the retro electric convertible you didn’t know you wanted

Many electric vehicles look very cold and high-tech, alienating some potential buyers. The Carice TC2 two-seater convertible is different, in that it draws heavily on the retro-nostalgia factor. It’s lightweight and peppy, to boot.Continue ReadingCateg… Continue reading Carice TC2 is the retro electric convertible you didn’t know you wanted