The device will help reduce the danger of alcohol-infused socializing by sending an alert that will allow friends to step in if the wearer seems dangerously intoxicated. Research has long established that over-consumption of alcohol is the largest contributor to sexual assault on campuses. To help reduce those numbers, I suggest creating an inconspicuous wristband that will monitor the user for dehydration as well as any unusual movements, such as weaving or passing out. And since...

Wine bottles made from a paper based glass will cost less to produce than conventional glass and will have only 10 percent the carbon footprint. The paper wine bottles will weigh only 50 grams, instead of the 500 grams of a standard wine bottle. Its shape and dimensions will be the same, however, so it can be easily integrated into existing displays. The wine itself will be contained within a foil bladder similar to a wine box. The paper wine bottles could be useful for...

The idea is to create a small easy to use sensor that can be dipped into a drink to determine if it has been spiked with the date rape drugs GHB and ketamine. The sensor will be able to detect the colorless and odorless drug by the way it will change the optical properties of the drink. A 'signal change' caused by how light will move through the drugged drink will trigger an alarm, which could be a beeping noise or flashing light for use in loud, dark environments.

An electronic tongue is able to differentiate between different types of sparkling wine based on the amount of sugar added during production. The device uses mathematical processing combined with chemical measurement systems and an artificial neural network to identify the characteristics of different types of wines. The Electronic Tongue could also be used to detect defects during the wine making process.

I travel a lot on business and for pleasure. One of the most popular items I bring home from a vacation is a bottle of alcohol. Unfortunately, getting the bottles home without damage can be very tricky, especially when others are handling your luggage along the way. The protective case for alcohol is a real rescue. It is made of padded, leak-proof nylon to help shield the bottle from the abuse that the bags will take along your voyage. It also has a see-through window on the front...

The company Juicy Drench, which specializes in the manufacture of vending machines for selling drinks, has developed an unusual machine that "does not take money" from customers. Instead of money buyers are supposed to accomplish various logical tasks which require certain alertness and vigour of understanding. There up to 40 different tests and tasks in the "menu"... from complex mathematical problems to simple tests for understanding and logic. To get familiar with these...