Modular mo-jet system serves as different types of powered watercraft

In recent years, we’ve heard about electric surfboards, bodyboards, hydrofoil boards and underwater scooters. Buying all of those separately could get pretty expensive, which is why the mo-jet system combines them in one modular setup.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Modular mo-jet system serves as different types of powered watercraft

Autonomous REE Leopard may soon be making deliveries to your home

Although we hear a lot about the development of urban aerial delivery drones, it’s quite likely that autonomous ground-based delivery vehicles will be in wide use first. REE Automotive’s Leopard EV is one example, and it’s just been unveiled as a physi… Continue reading Autonomous REE Leopard may soon be making deliveries to your home

XAG V40 agri-drone uses just two rotors for better performance

Usually when we think of multicopter drones, we picture aircraft with four or more rotors. The V40 agricultural drone takes a different approach, though, with only two rotors – a feature that reportedly lets it do its job better.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading XAG V40 agri-drone uses just two rotors for better performance

Spirit cylindrical drone features a plug-and-play modular design

While quadcopter drones certainly are useful, mounting sensors or other payloads on them can be difficult, plus they’re often awkward to carry. That’s where the Spirit drone is designed to come in, with its innovative cylindrical, modular body.Continue… Continue reading Spirit cylindrical drone features a plug-and-play modular design

Hyundai develops plug-and-play EV smart wheel with 90-degree turning

Hyundai Mobis has taken a step toward revolutionizing the maneuverability of electric vehicles. After introducing its e-Corner Module all-in-one wheel concept at CES 2018, Hyundai Motor Group’s OEM parts arm has completed a working prototype, combining… Continue reading Hyundai develops plug-and-play EV smart wheel with 90-degree turning

DJI adopts a modular approach to extend actioncam functionality

China’s drone and photography titan DJI has announced the follow up to the very GoPro-like Osmo Action launched in 2019. The Action 2 follows a somewhat different design path this time around, opting for a stripped down main unit and modular attachment… Continue reading DJI adopts a modular approach to extend actioncam functionality

Fairphone goes 5G for “waste-neutral” smartphone

Fairphone has announced the next chapter in its mission towards a more sustainable and, well, fair alternative to today’s big brand smartphones. The Fairphone 4 comes with 5G connectivity, two 48-MP rear cameras, and a 5-year warranty.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Fairphone goes 5G for “waste-neutral” smartphone

Modular carbon fiber e-quadricycle can be adapted to different loads

Cargo bikes are capable of carrying a lot of stuff, but … for some loads, you really need four wheels. That doesn’t mean the vehicle can’t be partially pedal-powered, though, as is the case with the modular electric-assist SUM-X.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading Modular carbon fiber e-quadricycle can be adapted to different loads