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Human Hamster Ball Makes Walking on Water a Reality... Sort of
by John P. Barker
Want to walk on water? Well, with a little practice... maybe more like a LOT of practice... The Inflatable Water Ball may let you do just that!
Will Crows Work For Peanuts? Ask Joshua Klein
by Lady Bee
Joshua Klein got a crow in his bonnet about 10 years ago that wouldn't
let up. It was to teach crows how to live more purposefully for man, so
that man would not annihilate the pesky species. (Thank heavens it
wasn't a bee in his bonnet; we've done quite enough for man, thank you.)
SUV Tent: Great Idea?
by Cosetta
Patent# US D503143, which refers to an SUV Tent is not a new idea; in fact, tents have been made for pickup tricks and station wagons for the last 40 or 50 years. The idea to patent it though, is fairly new, dating back to 2006. Read on for more details and…bring along your lunch.
Oceania: An Eco Fridge For 2020
by Must Love Gadgets
Tez Patel, an engineer and industrial designer has created the perfect
user-friendly and eco-friendly refrigerator. Though he suggests his
eco-fridge, "Oceania," is designed for the year 2020, it sure would be
nice if a big kitchen appliance manufacturer made it happen sooner. A
fridge can use up to 15 percent of our household energy!
Pantone View Color Planner 2010: "Magic"
by Toby
It's funny that Pantone chose the name "Magic" for 2010 colors, because
I always thought that forecasting where color is going in the future is
like... magic.
Esquel: A Chinese Shirt Company in Sync With the Environment
by M Dee Dubroff
The Esquel Group is a Chinese company whose mission involves a great deal more than just the manufacture of premium cotton shirts. Its powers that be have made a serious commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainable growth on the Chinese mainland. Read on for more “green” details.
Toyota May Be Developing a Solar Powered Prius for Production
by George Delozier
When Toyota introduced the Prius, it quickly became one of the most
highly preferred hybrids available. However, as more and more companies
developed their own hybrid vehicles, the popularity of the Prius began
to slip. In an attempt the regain their dominance in the alternative
energy realm, Toyota has secretly been developing a solar powered
vehicle they hope will see mass production.
Save the Shavings with Chocolate Pencils
by Steve Levenstein
Ever notice how much pencil shavings look like those chocolate curls you see on delicious cakes? This set of assorted chocolate pencils from Nendo comes with a sharpener so you can save the shavings and feed your cravings!
IGo's On A MIssion To Reduce Vampire Energy
by Must Love Gadgets
This week at the Computer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, iGo®
will release several new products, including the new laptop charger with
IGo Green™. IGo Green is garlic and cross to the energy vampire,
the electricity sucker who bites at night, when your gadgets aren't even
awake.
No Smoking Sign Ashtray: Great idea?
by Cosetta
Patent# US D500166 also referred to as the No Smoking Sign Ashtray is, so they say, a design that only a New Yorker could have come up with. Being a former one (both smoker and New Yorker) I might opt to be insulted by that. Then again, I might just laugh and forget about it because this silly patent is really quite funny. Read on and see if you don’t agree.
Water Ski and Fly at the Same Time: Great idea?
by Cosetta
Patent# US 6786785 also known as the Flying Ski is the perfect invention for the sports enthusiast with phobias. Now you can water-ski even if you are afraid of it and soar at high speeds even if heights give you agita. Read on and…be amazed.
Russian Electric-Powered Sportscar: Meet Marussia
by M Dee Dubroff
A popular Russian singer and former car-racing champion, Nikolay Fomenko, is preparing to give Russia its very own electric sports car. Read all about the Marussia and this fascinating project that will concentrate on predominantly non-metal exchangeable bodies.
Scent Delivery System: Great idea?
by Cosetta
Patent# US 6842218 known to some as the Scent Delivery System, is a 2005 invention that involves a flow of air via a single conduit with a nasal interface at one end and a fan or canister of compressed air at the other end. Read on for more details even though they already seem superfluous.
Symbio: Plenty Of Promise, But Where Is It?
by Must Love Gadgets
This may not look like your average advertisement for Voice Over
Internet Protocol (VOIP), but the cordless Symbio is not your average
phone. It's a lifestyle. This bather will be awakened by the hi-fi ringtones of the Violin Concerto in D.
Methods of Promoting Sleep Systems: Great idea?
by Cosetta
Patent #US 6997070 better known as Methods of Promoting Sleep Systems is one of those things whose purpose isn’t all that clear. Whether or not this is a good thing remains to be seen. Read on and if you can figure it out, please pass it on.
Russia Sends the World’s Hardiest Organisms Into Space
by M Dee Dubroff
Can the world’s hardiest organisms survive three years in outer space? This year, a Russian spaceship will send more than 10 of earth’s toughest life forms into space for the answer. These organisms will face harsh radiation, extreme temperatures and few nutrients, but scientists believe they will survive.
The Hepper Pod Bed & Hideout For Cats
by Lady Bee
It's fun pretending to be a cat, especially when you're looking for a cozy bed and hideout!
When You Just Can't Work Enough... There's TrekDesk
by Must Love Gadgets
"Excuse me ma'am. Did you just ask me why I was breathing so heavily? Ahh, don't hang up, ma'am. I swear, I am not...."
Bottle Cap Necktie: Great Idea?
by Cosetta
Patent# US D509944 represents an idea for an invention known as the Bottle Cap Necktie. If you want to buy one of these, it won’t be easy because it is not a reality and may never be. Read on anyway and be amazed at what some people can conjure even without a single drink.
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