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The idea is to combine a facial recognition system with a hand gesture recognition system, which could allow users to control their devices more naturally. The technology will use a previously recorded image to recognize the shape, motion and position of the user's hand, and will be able to detect vertical and horizontal hand motions as well as a variety of hand and finger shapes. A wave of the hand will access the system, and it can also be automatically triggered by analyzing the...
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The magnetic bike light will detach quickly and turn on automatically when attached to the frame. Designed to help prevent theft, the lights will be easily removable and pocket-sized, allowing them to be quickly detached and taken along when the bike is left unattended. They will fit an array of tube diameters, remaining securely in place and emitting a bright LED light from the sides as well as directly ahead. The lights can be placed anywhere on the frame, automatically...
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05/04/2012
A self-cleaning glass is said to be both glare-free and anti-fogging, which could lead to better optical devices and more efficient solar panels. The glass is made of thin layers of deposited material selectively removed to form a surface of tiny cones. This cone pattern prevents glare while also repelling water, bouncing the droplets and reflections off the angled walls.
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04/30/2012
The iPavement will taks technology to the streets, with imbedded WiFi hotspots, Bluetooth connectivity, and even apps. Each iPavement tile will be about 15 inches square, with an imbedded 5 GB microprocessor able to communicate with mobile devices through WiFi and Bluetooth. Along with providing internet access, the pavement will include a variety of cloud-based apps, such as reviews of local services, maps, or nearby hazards, which users can access while in the area.
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The shopping trolley handle will use LED's to let shoppers keep track of each item's food miles. The handle mounted device will be able to scan a product's barcode and determine its food miles, or how far it has traveled to reach the store. A series of LEDs will light up in relationship to how many food miles each item costs, with a larger number of lights indicating more miles. The handle can also be calibrated to measure factors such as fat, salt, and seasonality.
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The hinged, keyboard incorporated shell of the notebook case uses the iPad as a screen, turning the tablet into a sleek and stylish laptop. The lid of the notebook case is able to hold the iPad as its screen, communicating with the table through Bluetooth. The case also includes USB ports and a lithium-polymer battery that allows the iPad to be charged while in use.
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A new plastic able to 'bleed' and heal like human skin will self-repair while also sending a signal of its damage. The plastic will be incorporated with molecular bridges which will cross the polymer chains making up the plastic. When a bridge is broken due to damage to the plastic, they will change color to red. Exposure to light will allow the connections to repair themselves, and the red color will fade as the damage 'heals'.
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The new helmet will use round beads to form cushions of air, creating a more comfortable helmet with up to four times the impact absorption of conventional foam. The helmet will be integrated with small polypropylene beads stuffed inside pockets. The balls will be packed closely together, passing on and diluting the energy from an impact. This will reduce the intensity of the blow before it reaches the wearer's head. The beads will also shift a bit when the helmet is put on,...
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Foldable skis will be designed to allow snowboarders to access terrain they will not be able to reach on their boards. The skies will come with skins already attached, providing the traction needed to climb the mountain. Once at the top, the skis can be folded into thirds and locked down with cam hinges. They will include a specially created backpack designed to keep the skis secured at a low center of gravity. The skis will open up the backcountry to snowboarders, allowing...
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A new line of avalanche airbag integrated clothing will make protection as easy as putting on a vest. The vest will use a nitrogen based airbag system that will be deployed by the wearer to release a pair of brightly colored bags. The bags will increase the wearer's surface area to help reduce sinking as well as will act a visual signs for rescuers. The vest will also include an array of pockets able to secure other gear, allowing the vest to replace a full backpack.
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