Posted on January 11th, 2010 by axb
Looks like the pioneering motion-capture technology that made Avatar possible will have applications that go beyond Hollywood. Ford is currently using new motion-capture techniques to help their engineers design vehicles that are more comfortable and safe. Video after jump.
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Tags: Cars, Computer, Entertainment
Posted on January 11th, 2010 by axb
Treehugger, one of our favorite green technology blogs, reported on this clever little item last week: a cell phone designed to run on Coca-Cola. The device runs on sugary water (yes, Sprite and Pepsi fans, most sodas will work) by breaking down carbohydrates – sugar – and in an electricity-generating chemical reaction. Not only would this type of phone conserve energy and eventually biodegrade, but it also might save you a few calories!
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Tags: And Now, Chemical, Environmental, Green Technology
Posted on January 8th, 2010 by axb
Sounds like 3D viewing technology may soon be invading your home as well as your local movie theater: many electronics companies are planning on releasing 3D-enabled televisions this year. These new 3D TVs were previewed at the 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas this month, generating a lot of buzz and speculation as to whether they will be marketable.
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Tags: 3D, Entertainment, Technology
Posted on January 8th, 2010 by axb
We’ve previously covered a few of Dubai’s many architectural excesses, which often stretch the limits of both the imagination and the wallet. Next to add to this list of extravagant, awe-inspiring projects is the Burj Khalifa, a building that stands 2,717 ft. – taller than any other man-made structure in the world (see a comparison chart below).
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Tags: Architectural, Civil
Posted on January 6th, 2010 by axb
You’ve no doubt often used printers for school papers and reports. But can you imagine printing a three-dimensional object – something as complex as an action figure or a human heart? Soon such creation might be (almost) as simple as hitting Ctrl + P.
3D technology – from the new immersive animated movies to breakthrough medical imaging software – has been in the news a lot lately. So what about 3D printers? These remarkable devices, which possess the ability to print a three-dimensional object, have actually been around since the 1980s, aiding countless engineers and designers. But only recently have they become much faster, smaller, and more affordable.
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Tags: 3D, Materials, Technology
