Gait-analyzing wearable sensors could save users a visit to the clinic

Presently, in order to get a detailed analysis of their walking gait, patients have to travel to a clinic where they walk on a pressure-sensitive mat. That could be about to change, though, thanks to a new wearable system.Continue ReadingCategory: Heal… Continue reading Gait-analyzing wearable sensors could save users a visit to the clinic→

Rivian builds an all-electric delivery van for Amazon

Last year, Amazon signed a deal to buy 100,000 electric trucks from automotive startup Rivian, and today the pair have offered a first real look behind the curtain. Amazon is now showing off what it calls its first custom electric delivery vehicle, whi… Continue reading Rivian builds an all-electric delivery van for Amazon→

Ford builds new Bronco into lean, mean Overland mini-camper concept

This time of year usually gets all the jacked-up, fully kitted 4x4s and pickups crawling out of the woodwork in the run-up to SEMA. With this year’s show going virtual, automakers are finding new excuses to go all-out with accessorized off-road builds…. Continue reading Ford builds new Bronco into lean, mean Overland mini-camper concept→

Faro takes a subtle approach to light-up helmets

We’ve seen a few different head- and tail-light-equipped bike helmets over the past several years, and some of the things have looked pretty … flashy. The Faro is a bit different, though, in that it has a classier, more refined appearance.Continue Read… Continue reading Faro takes a subtle approach to light-up helmets→

Wheat gluten may find use in “green” diapers

Disposable diapers are definitely not eco-friendly, not only because of their plastic outer shell, but also due to their petroleum-based absorbent inner layer. There could soon be a more sustainable alternative to the latter, though, and it’s made from… Continue reading Wheat gluten may find use in “green” diapers→

Aston Martin revs up for $7.7 million luxury home

After dipping its toe into architectural design with a residential condo, British luxury carmaker Aston Martin announced its plan to build dream homes for car connoisseurs with its Automotive Galleries and Lairs series. The upcoming Sylvan Rock is the … Continue reading Aston Martin revs up for $7.7 million luxury home→

Bang & Olufsen restores and updates 1970s turntable classic

Though digital music consumption rules the roost, vinyl has been making a steady comeback over the past few years. But if you find that your vintage deck is no longer up to the task of spinning records, Bang & Olufsen could help with the limited releas… Continue reading Bang & Olufsen restores and updates 1970s turntable classic→

Scania tests out solar panel-covered plug-in tractor-trailer

While other major truck companies look at fuel cells and electrics with massive batteries, Scania is experimenting with the possibility of solarized plug-in hybrid trucks. As the “hybrid” part makes clear, the solar panels won’t be able to power the fu… Continue reading Scania tests out solar panel-covered plug-in tractor-trailer→

Secrets of fish scale drag offer clues for more aerodynamic aircraft

Scientists in Europe researching aerodynamic forces have opened up some interesting new avenues of study inspired by fish scales. This new understanding of the flow patterns over the surface of the creature’s skin was used to create bio-inspired fish s… Continue reading Secrets of fish scale drag offer clues for more aerodynamic aircraft→

Boom Supersonic reveals XB-1 plane built to break the sound barrier

Aviation startup Boom Supersonic has unveiled a fully assembled version of its demonstrator aircraft, taking an important step forward in its efforts to build the world’s fastest airliner. The company’s XB-1 is a sleek, one-third-scale prototype of its… Continue reading Boom Supersonic reveals XB-1 plane built to break the sound barrier→