Flying R2-D2 Drone
On the same day that our “government” decides that everyone has to register their “drones” an R2-D2 drone hits the skies. The FAA is making it a requirement for people to register their unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Ridiculous in my opinion. I will rant alone loudly in my office about this while planning my move to […]
Tokyo Drone Hunting Squad
In more irrational drone fear, Tokyo is joining the shenanigans with a drone that can catch/snag other drones. Basically they are flying what looks like DJI Spreading Wings 900 which carries a 3 x 2 meter net. And no, this isn’t a joke. It should be, but it isn’t. Tokyo law enforcement officials will have […]
Epson Paperlab
Imagine if you could take all of your scrap paper and turn it in to fresh paper. Imagine doing this without having to throw it in the recycling bin, have it shipped all over the world, and then repackaged and shipped back to you at retail prices. Yep, with the Epson Paperlab you can turn […]
Life Size Dancing Groot Motion Statue
At the end of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy movie there was a baby Groot growing in a pot. As the credits began to roll the baby Groot was dancing in his pot. Hearts melted. Adults cried. OK, that might be pushing it a bit. But who wouldn’t want their own baby Groot? This limited […]
3D Printed UAV Hits 150MPH
This beast is the world’s first jet-powered, 3D printed UAV and hit hits 150mph. This collaboration between Aurora Flight Sciences and Stratasys is most likely the fastest unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
PicoBrew Zymatic Home Beer Brewing System
The world’s first all-grain beer brewing appliance, the PicoBrew Zymatic ($1,850) makes brewing beer easy. Yep, easy… and according to the reviews pretty darn amazing. Just like a coffee maker takes the many coffee brewing steps and automates them into a simple appliance, the PicoBrew does the same for beer. To brew beer with the […]
Amazing Bridge Building Mega Machine
This massive 580 ton machine (SLJ900 32) has a single purpose, to build bridges. It appears to be living in China where growth of infrastructure is currently booming. To get an idea of the scale of this bridge building robot, look at how tiny the people working alongside it are.
Portable 4K Quadcopter The Vantage Robotics Snap
The Snap is another quadcopter entering the already crowded space. So, what makes the Vantage Robotics Snap any different, or better, than the rest? Well the main claim to fame for the Snap Quadcopter ($900) is that it folds up and is portable. But that isn’t all. The Snap has a gimbal stabilized 4k camera, […]
littleBits = Perfect For Fun Projects And Inventor Types
Whether you want to invent some new gadgets with out having to build every single module or are just trying to mod an existing household item Littlebits is worth a look. I recommend starting off with a littleBits Electronics Deluxe Kit ($199). That is a pretty good base to get playing and building. From there, […]
Human Hoist = Amazing
Mechanics without car lifts, or for quick checks under vehicles, should pay attention. The Human Hoist is battery powered, hydraulic driven, and spring torsion assisted personal lifting chair. What the heck does that mean? Watch the videos after the break and prepare to be amazed.