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2011-04-18T12:40:00.001-07:00

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Scarab is Delivering a Sense of Personal Space and Independece to Its Users

2011-01-27T04:47:00.000-08:00

In this daily clogging of road and parking space it’s always the space for parking that seems to be the main issue. In such a scenario, the new urban vehicle design by David Goncalves is something that’s what the doctor ordered. The design called as Scarab by the designer is not only a concept that is aimed at occupying least road space, but also it occupies very little parking space too. The vehicle is completely collapsible and the complete process ensures that the vehicle is parked on just two wheels. A very nice thought that surely will find many takers.

Text from David:
Transportation is a key factor in our urban environments and most of our cities are now developed to match the scale and needs of cars, and car users. This reality raises issues regarding sustainability and environment, energy consumption and quality of life.

So, “How can public and personal transports be redefined in a sustainable way, delivering a sense of personal space and independence to its users?” This was the title of my Master of Science in Design and Transport Thesis, concluded in Coventry University, UK, with Distinction, in September 2008.

In other words, the aim of this project was to develop guidelines and a holistic solution for a new system of urban transport, composed of vehicle and infrastructure, in a sustainable way and adaptable to various urban environments.

To develop the project I needed information about: user’s behaviors and explanations for them; main trends; analysis of existing solutions and identification of their problems; definition of applicable technologies in a sustainable manner in a near future. This information was gathered through an onlinequestionnaire, statistical data from several sources, literary research, internet articles, pictures, video and expert interviews and then compiled in my final report.

Preliminary research indicated that several attempts to tackle the issue of mass transportation are being tested and implemented throughout the biggest cities on Earth. Several solutions exist already, but people always seem to give preference to a personal vehicle of some kind to move, commute or make quick trips. Only when there is no other choice, people seem to engage in public transportation. Personal transport is the preferred mode of use and this is a trend that keeps increasing.

The conclusion of the thesis report was composed of guidelines and design specifications that served as basis for the development of a new type of transportation that is truly sustainable and that meets people’s requirements. This generic solution was exemplified through a typical design project that will act as future reference and that goes by the name of “SCARAB”.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
VEHICLE:
- The vehicle allows users to have freedom of use much like a motorcycle but with the convenience of having an enclosed private space and luggage compartments.
- The vehicle can be operated in several different positions depending on speed. It is parked vertically for easy ingress and egress and optimization of public space. When in speed position, the vehicle also tilts when curving or changing direction.
- When circulating in dedicated pathways, the SCARAB is controlled by a centralized computer or by a traffic management centre. Outside of the dedicated pathways the SCARAB is controlled by the user just like any other vehicle.

VEHICLE SPECS:
-The vehicle is composed of interchangeable modules that can be customized by the potential buyer/user.
-Powerpack module composed of a permanent battery plus 3 options for the main energy pack (battery, biofuel ICE or a fuel cell).
-4 wheel drive through electric brushless in-wheel motors with directdrive.
-Wheels with regenerative braking through EW Brakes.
-Drive by wire and tactile HUD embedded in the Lexan canopy.
-Structural elements in Carbon-Aramid composite.
-Embedded sensors, Lidar, radar, transponders, GPS. These serve to exchange information with the system, with other drivers and to have precise location data.

INFRASTRUCTURE:
-Communication nodes spread through roadways and traffic management centres in major conurbations.
-Dedicated paths with electromagnetic transponders embedded in the road.
-Parking facilities with solar/wind power generators.
-High speed/long distance travel provided through a railroad interface (not yet developed).

SYSTEM:
-Renting of the vehicle or modules that allows for a private/public/mixed utilization and transport access for people with less financial resources.
-Doesn’t need new infrastructures (uses the existing roads).
-Is backward compatible with current transport systems and uses current day technologies.

Peel Moving Together Notifies You About Your Schedule In A Unique Way

2011-01-27T04:40:00.000-08:00

This cube is actually a device that wirelessly connected to your PC, mobile phone, schedule, and email. It will sync all your schedules and give you notification with a peeled screen on a face to remind you about your appointments. The more serious or urgent, the wider it’s peeled.

HD3 SLYDE Digital Screen Watch by Jorge Hysek

2011-01-27T04:33:00.000-08:00

SLYDE watch is the latest creation of HD3. Designed by Jorge Hysek, Slydes utilizes the touchscreen technology and smartphone by allowing you to slide on time. By simply sliding across this watch screen, you can get all information from the past, present, and the future. It allows you to customize different watches within a single timepiece. This futuristic watch is water resistant to a depth of 50m and each component is completed with sapphire glass.

Transparent IceCard MP4 Player

2011-01-26T04:30:00.000-08:00

This mp4 player uses transparent super sensitive solar panels to get its power source. IceCardMP4 player has the same size but only slightly thicker than your credit card; it fits your wallet perfectly. Since using super sensitive solar panels, this gadget doesn’t need to be under direct sunlight to get the electricity. The bright Amoled screen used in this music player consumes very low power. It’s been designed with aluminum or gold plated clip.

Designer : Walter M. Robert

Chase 2053 Futuristic Car : 3-Wheeled Vehicle Moves On Land and Air

2011-01-26T04:06:00.000-08:00

Many expert engineers have been trying hard for years to design a car that runs both on land and on air, believing that it could be a ‘zero pollution’ car. This long term research has led to the discovery of a vehicle named, “Chase 2053″. Powered by a high end slush hydrogen engine, this revolutionary vehicle generates electricity for land and disseminates SUH2 to jet engines, thereby allowing a safe and rapid movement in urban environment. This vehicle is expected to make its entry for the year 2053, which well reflects in its name as “Chase 2053″. Its fabric skin made of organic stretch material is just enough to finish its exterior. Its lightweight design and extreme strength makes it a preferred option. Await the entry of this super cool vehicle and be the first one to own this masterpiece.

Universal Remote for Lazy Gizmo Freaks !

2011-01-14T07:30:00.000-08:00

According to me, remote is the greatest invention that has been created. For a lazy gizmo freak like me the motto is ‘when it can be done an easier way, then why try another way’! With almost every device possible coming with remotes, like TV AC, CD Player, this device which is supposed to ease your worries, it gets cumbersome to maintain so many remotes. And almost all the remote look the same, it becomes a tough ask to maneuver between devices. Well before you freak out, help is here, David Chacon has come up with a design for the universal remote which promises to take care of all the worries.

This flash capable device displays everything from channel listings to elaborate menus, and manage the whole house – like turning on the microwave oven microwave oven or dimming the lights. Also the touch screen is very roomy. The frequencies set is right and if the product company provides the required support, the device can customize graphically the interface for the product.

Though still in the conceptual mode, it might be a while before the same might seem the light of the day. But all said and done, this one device is sure going to be a hit amongst all the Lazy Gizmo Freaks!

A350H Airliner Features Vertical TakeOff

2011-01-14T07:21:00.000-08:00

A350H Airliner design is inspired by the shape of a dolphin, it has an aerodynamical form to achieve high speed with minimum effort. As a new type of airliner, A350H has been designed to be more friendly to the environment by using cryogenic hydrogen that is contained in high pressure tanks. Someday in the future, we might face space issues where airports are no longer possible to be expanded, due to high population and high demand of living areas. This is where the main feature of A350H airliner becomes very important, its ability to vertically takeoff doesn’t take a lot of space compared to conventional airliner.

Embryo Eco Friendly Car Concept

2011-01-14T07:10:00.000-08:00

With expanding cities and dearth of parking spaces, more and more emphasis is being given to ecological vehicles. The vehicles are designed on aspects such as space and security elements. Goran Marinkovic has come out with what he calls Concept Embryo, a two-seater urban vehicle.

Concept Car Embryo is powered by fuel cells which uses clean fuels like hydrogen. It is completely ecological as it is made of recyclable aluminum and silicon materials used mostly for interior elements. Design wise, it looks like an organism, however safety wise too, it derives the same thought. Soft material is used for exterior while inside it has a protective layer to absorb the impact and keep the passengers safe. The safety system also acts as a communicating system for information like speed, distance etc. and if necessary auto pilot also reacts to avoid possible accidents. With all these safety and design features it surely is a winner in robotic era.

Lenovo Ideapad U1 Hybrid PC Offers You Freedom To Choose The Device for Any Activity

2011-01-14T07:01:00.000-08:00

IdeaPad U1 from Lenove is one of innovative hybrid PCs available in the market. It features unique design of detachable screen that provides users with two PCs in one device. Each PC has its own processor and operating system that works together and independently as a laptop or multi-touch slate tablet. It comes in stylish scarlet red exterior, thin and light design. Users can detach the screen to instantly switch from clamshell mode into a multi-touch slate tablet. When the IdeaPad U1 is docked, it runs on Windows 7 OS, while when the screen is removed, Lenovo’s Hybrid Switch technology transforms this device to run on Android 2.2 OS as your mobile internet gadget.

“The IdeaPad U1 hybrid notebook is a game-changing technology in the PC industry that lets user switch their PC experience within a single device to match their dynamic lifetime,” said Liu Jun, senior vice president, Idea Product Group, Lenovo. “By fusing the functionality of a notebook with the slate tablet’s rich multitouch entertainment and mobile internet experience, U1 provides consumers the freedom to choose the device they prefer for any activity.”

From : Lenovo

HondaJet Offers You The Highest Speed and Best Fuel Efficiency In Its Class

2011-01-14T06:50:00.000-08:00

Honda always believes in the power of dreams. For the past sixty years, they’ve been channelledthe power of dreams toward a main goal, which is advancing human mobility. Now, it’s time for them to expand beyond the bounds of land and sea. HondaJet is an innovative aircraft design to set a higher standard in flight. It offers quieter operation, higher fuel efficiency, and lower emissions than any jet of its size.

The configuration of the nose design and over-the-wing engine enables this jet to achieve highest speed and best fuel efficiency in its class. Inside, passengers will find spacious and elegant cabin, handcrafted club seating, and personal seat-side amenities.

Designer : Honda via [LuxuryTicker]

Cooking In Office Is Easy With Mono.Kitchen

2011-01-01T09:10:00.001-08:00

I’ve never thought of cooking in my office during lunchtime, because it’s too time consuming. Mono.Kitchen is a conceptual kitchen system for office. It’s been designed to provide convenience for cooking in office environment, less time consuming and more enjoyable. Its design makes this table the center of attraction during lunchtime. It’s like a long conference table with complete cooking area, dishwasher, storage, and cleaning area. Users can even choose a recipe where the ingredients are delivered fresh and slightly prepared on the next day, this will simplify the cooking process as much as possible. I’m sure everyone will enjoy fresh and healthy meal for lunch.

Designer : Michael Scherger and Dennis Kulage

Public Poster : Solar Powered Electronic Public Bulletin Board

2011-01-01T09:09:00.000-08:00

Public Poster is similar to electronic board information I often see in many plazas. Compared to traditional public bulletin boards, this electronic board information helps people in finding locations and information easier. Using e-paper screen, Public Poster is a solar powered electronic public bulletin board that displays uploaded information and images. The information is transmitted wirelessly to the Public Poster and the usage of e-paper reduces the consumption of paper and ink. Public Poster collects solar energy during day time for later use at night time. Besides providing information, this unit can also act as a light source in stylish and futuristic way to its environment.

Public Poster uses e-paper to save energy and reduce the consumption of paper and ink. Its display contains several different grid sizes, and the appropriate format and combination can be selected according to need. People can use the Internet or Bluetooth gadgets to dispatch images (in standard formats ranging from A5 to A2 size) or video to Public Poster. The public can easily browse the various pieces of information.Advertisers can simply launch their advertisement at will. When the ad expires, the e-paper will become transparent to indicate that space is available for others to use.

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Sony’s Next-Gen PSP2 Renders Surface.

2010-12-30T05:57:00.000-08:00

A few images of Sony’s Upcoming PSP2 were leaked last month but weren’t clear. So the designers at PSM3 Magazine's brought up their own renders of the Next-Gen HandHeld Gaming Console which look exactly the same as the one leaked. The New console would use dual-analog stick design and the reworked button layout and will feature a slide form factor, the same as PSP GO.

The back includes a track-pad for easier navigation of the systemand webpages along with a camera on the back and front and microphone. But the Renders didn’t show up any details on the structure of the slider which is an important part of the upcoming console.

Sony Executives have also said that the console might include a touchscreen which may make it look much like the Sony Ericsson XPERIA Play but the company is looking to keep the handheld very much differentiated from the Android-based smartphone.

Lenovo Pocket Yoga – The Smallest Netbook Ever Made

2010-12-30T05:48:00.000-08:00

Whenever we think about Vaio P notebook, we always think of Sony. Sony is enjoying the monopoly in thenetbook market with its variety of designs and features and off course a stylish look. Lenove will come up with the new touchsceen Vaio P netbook named as Lenovo Pocket Yogawhich will directly affect thenetbook market and will break the monopoly of Sony.

Lenovo Pocket Yoga looks like portable Pc and touchscreen display even make it more attractive. The device is wrapped all around by leather and its brown colour add professional look in to it. It also has webcam and leather belt to close. It will definitely come up with competitive price so that it will boost thenetbook market. The detailed specification about it is not still mentioned by Lenovo. Hopefully, Lenovowill introduce Lenovo pocket yoga earliest. Its delegate look and competitive features will definitely attract the market. Wait! New stylish touchscreen netbook “Pocket Yoga” by Lenovo will hit the market anytime.

Razer Announces a Range of TRON Inspired Peripherals

2010-12-30T05:40:00.000-08:00

PC Peripheral makers Razer, inspired by the sights and sounds of the TRON, have released products which will pull gamers and fans alike into the TRON universe. The range includes TRON Gaming Keyboard, TRON Gaming Mouse and a precision tracking surface.

Welcome back... user!

The keyboard takes its cue from the famous Light Cycle and has lighting effects during start-up and shutdown. The Hyperesponse keys and fully programmable macro keys allows you to dominate your opponents in the battlefield.

Product Features:

Illuminated Keyboard with Rez & De-Rez Effects at Start-up and Shutdown

Detachable Modular Keypad (Attachable on the Right or Left)

TRON Lighting Alerts Triggered by in-game Actions

Fully Programmable Chiclet Keys with macro capabilities

Media Jacks (Audio out, Microphone in)

The GRID awaits you

The custom designed mouse comes in an ambidextrous design with a luminescent blue glow protruding from sleek edges and lines.With a 5600dpi, 3.5g laser sensor and 7 Hyperesponse buttons, gamers can now enjoy a mouse that goes beyond appealing looks and design

Product Features:

Illuminated Mouse with Rez & De-Rez Effects at Start-up and Shutdown

TRON Lighting Alerts Triggered by in-game Actions

Ambidextrous Design

5600dpi 3.5g Laser Sensor

7 Hyperesponse Buttons

Braided 7 Foot USB Cable

The TRON gaming surface features the same bio-luminescent tracking glow trail as the mouse. The gaming mouse mat is the perfect peripheral to complement the gaming mouse, as it’s made for high sensitivity gaming mice and offers the utmost tracking precision.

Product Features:

TRON: Legacy Inspired Theme

High Precision Tracking Surface

Mouse Mat with Bioluminescent Tracking Glow Trail

The Razer TRON keyboard will retail for $149.99 (Rs. 7,499), while the mouse and gaming surface come will cost you a cool $129.99 (rs. 6,499).

10 Awesome USB Thumb Drives for Geeks

2010-12-30T05:34:00.000-08:00

Lately I have seen several awesome USB thumb drives designs emerge on the internet. Here I picked 10 USB thumb drives geeks would love, I know I do.

Santa Cruz Screaming Hand SkateDrive
Memory : 2 GB
Price: $11.99 USD
Buy it.
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Burton Custom X SnowDrive
Memory : 2 GB
Price: $11.99 USD
Buy it.
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Rip Curl Mick Fanning Eagle Spray SurfDrive and
Lost Speed Demon Skull SurfDrive
Memory : 2 GB
Price: $11.99 USD
Buy it (first model).
Buy it (second model).
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EagleTec USB Nano Flash Drive
Memory/Price :
4GB - US$23.00
8GB - US$35.00
Buy it.
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TrekStor USB-Stick with Bottle Opener
Memory : 4 GB
Price: $33.58 USD
Buy it.
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LaCie CurrenKey USB Flash Drive
Memory : 4 GB
Price: $42.40 USD
Buy it.
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Lego Brick USB Flash Drive
Memory/Price :
2 GB - $40 USD
4 GB - $59 USD
8 GB - $75 USD
Buy it.
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Gundam USB Flash Drive
Memory : 4 GB
Price: $ 57.75 USD
Buy it.
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Ravage Transformer USB Flash Drive
Memory : 2 GB
Price: $42.99 USD
Buy it.
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Memory Pill USB Drive
Memory : 64MB
Price: $17.86 USD
Buy it.

Tron Legacy based Mouse and Mat by Razer

2010-12-30T05:21:00.000-08:00

With the recent release of Disneys Tron Legacy, Razer decided to release a match made in heaven. They made a Tron Based mouse and mat combination:

The specs are

TRON Gaming Mouse
* Light and Sound Effects at Startup and Shutdown
* Lighting Alerts
* Ambidextrous Design
* 5600dpi 3.5g Laser
* 7 Hyperesponse™ Buttons
* Ultrapolling (1000Hz Polling / 1ms Response)
* Braided 7 Foot USB Cable
* Mouse Dimensions in mm: 61.3 (W) * 110 (L) * 33.5 (H)
TRON Gaming Mouse Mat
* Hard Mouse Mat with Bioluminescent Tracking Glow Trail
* Mouse Mat Dimensions in mm: 290 (W) * 207 (W) * 3 (H)
Hardware Requirements TRON Gaming Mouse
PC with USB port
Windows® 7 / Windows Vista® / Windows® XP / Mac (OS X or higher)
Internet connection (for driver installation)
At least 35MB of hard disk space

The bundle comes at a reasonable price of $129.99 which is pretty good considering that you are getting a fantastic looking mouse with a matching mat for it.

Here are some pics of the mouse with the mat:

As you can see the mouse with the mat are a winning combination this is a definitely a collectors item if you are a fan of Tron or are simply looking to make your PC more attractive.

Dual-Core smartphone launched

2010-12-30T05:19:00.000-08:00

Islamabad —LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled the LG Optimus 2X, the world’s first smartphone with a dual-core processor. Along with more powerful multimedia features, the LG Optimus 2X’s high-performance Tegra 2 processor makes for faster, smoother web browsing and applications and lets users multitask with virtually no screen lag.

“Dual-core technology is the next leap forward in mobile technology so this is no small achievement to be the first to offer a smartphone utilizing this technology,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, CEO and President of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Co. “With unique features such as HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) mirroring and exceptional graphics performance, the LG Optimus 2X is proof of LG’s commitment to high-end smartphones in 2011.”

Developed by graphics processor powerhouse NVIDIA?, the dual-core Tegra 2 system-on-a-chip found in the LG Optimus 2X runs at a clock speed of 1GHz and boasts low power consumption and high performance for playing video and audio.

Sony Ericsson Phone : Wearable Around The Neck

2010-12-29T08:04:00.001-08:00

Compact mobile phone designed for Sony Ericsson. This mobile phone is a personal, friendly object which is wearable around the neck. The user can use the three buttons (Busy, Accept, Reject) to handle the calls. The ‘Accept’ and ‘Reject’ buttons work in the regular fashion while the ‘Busy’ button allows the user to record a message such as ‘I am in a meeting right now’. When the button pressed during an incoming call, the phone plays the message for the caller. The concept of “call priority” is also introduced here. This is a feature which allows callers to set a priority for the call, such as emergency, normal, fun, etc. In return, the peeking display of the device glows with a certain color for certain priority levels when ringing. Will we see it in the future ? Let’s wait for Sony Ericsson answer …

SkyTran – Futuristic Public Transport with Maglev System

2010-12-29T07:50:00.001-08:00

SkyTran is a concept for high-capacity and high-speed personal rapidtransport developed by an American Company UniModal Transport Solutions. This SkyTran system is two-passenger vehicles, propelled and suspended by maglev system. These are laid out in a one mile by one mile networked grid throughout the city. A large number of small departure and exit portals are placed underneath the guideways at approximately every 400 metres or at every city block.

SkyTran has no fixed routes or timetables. Users can simply enter any departure portal, get into the first empty vehicle in the queue and select their destination. The vehicle then speeds up on the acceleration lane and enters the high-speed overhead guideway.

Great concept, this will definitely reduce traffic jam, but with only two passengers for each pod, what about families ? Using SkyTran they have to sit separately. Hopefully UniModal will come up with new model or updated version of the SkyTran pods.

Bloodhound SSC Faster than Magnum Bullet

2010-12-29T07:43:00.000-08:00

Don’t get confused with it, it’s neither a rocket nor a space craft, it is a perfectly designed car that may soon be running on the road of your cities. This unique piece of machine is specifically built to run at the speed of about 1050 m.p.h. Yes even faster than the fired bullet from 0.357 Magnum. It is yet a production model and engineers are working on it for over three years to make it a reality. Its sleek design together with a propeller engine at the back imparts a lightning speed that would take you to the destination within seconds.

Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 Supercar

2010-12-29T07:38:00.001-08:00

Lamborghini has released the first pictures of its Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce supercar and those who have seen them will surely admire that this is one of their most excellent inventions. The LP 670-4 SuperVeloce is lighter, faster and more powerful than their previous version LP-640 which is already pretty fast. Lamborghini has increased the power of LP-670 to 670 hp and the 487 lb-ft of Lambo’s 605L V12 torque. This features has made it an extremely fast vehicle and all these was achieved through just optimizing the valve timing of the engine and tweaking the air intake mechanism.

AReal Atom Vehicle by Imran Othman

2010-12-29T07:29:00.001-08:00

Some countries now have nuclear facilities. Will it be possible to design a vehicle that runs on nuclear in the future? Well, anything is possible. Nuclear has always been a solution to our energy problem and I’m sure we can create new advanced technology based on it. Imran Othman, an automotivedesigner has designed AReal Atom vehicle. A future 2-seater vehicle powered by a real atom a.k.a nuclear. He got his inspiration from Ariel Atom transportation.

Designer : Imran Othman

You Can Keep D-Roll Laptop Inside A Tube

2010-12-28T03:40:00.000-08:00

D-roll is a next generation concept laptop design which is way distinctive from usual laptops in both shape and function. The long tube shape of this laptop, which was inspired from the storage tubes that artists are using for storing large drawings, eliminates perception of the traditional book looking laptops. This multifunctional laptop has two working modes. When it is operating in full function mode, the laptop is unfolded completely and all peripherals are turned on. The main display is turned off and a smaller screen, attached with main body is turned on allowing the users to check and send mails when D-roll is under email mode. VC is a helpful add-on for capturing pictures or videos and Locking System can provide certain security to the laptop.