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Ford is getting into the electric scooter business, sorta
A new licensing agreement between a California electric scooter company and Ford Motor Company could see a Blue Oval branded last mile transport solution for sale in a few months.
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This FirePit enables "smokeless" wood campfires & charcoal grilling
BioLite refers to its latest product as a "major tune-up" for outdoor fires, boasting that it burns more efficiently and puts out less smoke, while still offering a great view of the fire.
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Waterproof solar cell could go through the wash and still work
The solar cell can be stretched, bent and compressed without substantially affecting performance.
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This super-bright LED strap light is ridiculously useful (Review)
Personal lighting just took a huge leap forward with the Kogalla RA.
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Researchers say the UK needs a better smart meter
As smart meters spread through the UK, researchers say they need upgrades to make a difference.
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Quick-mount motorized wheel electrifies skateboards
The iSwile CUBE team envisions future versions of its product adding e-mobility to wheelchairs, strollers, and just about anything else with wheels
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Is wireless charging the most important thing announced by Apple?
Our never-ending search for convenience comes at a cost.
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Johns Hopkins sets record for drone blood delivery flight
The new study shows that drones can handle longer aid delivery trips than previously thought.
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FireBee Power Tower turns any heat source into an electricity generator
This 5W thermoelectric generator converts heat from a chimney or camp stove into electricity for charging USB devices.
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8 helpful apps for hurricanes
From tracking and data to emergency walkie-talkie capabilities and where to find gas, these apps can help weather the storm.
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Rooftop cooling system reflects sunlight and sends excess heat out into space
The technology uses radiative sky cooling to help cool buildings without electricity.
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Carbon nanotube yarns generate electricity when stretched & twisted
In the near future, clothing made with "twistron" yarns could power wearable devices with the motion of the wearer's body.
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Jenni is a gateway device for small-scale solar for apartment & condo dwellers
The Jenni solar charger and battery pack aims to make it easy to begin going solar at home, starting with your portable electronics
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Growing virtual plants could teach farmers how to best grow real ones
Researchers are developing computer simulations that can improve agricultural success.
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Royal Mail rolls out cute electric trucks
But it's not just what powers them that is interesting; it's the whole design.
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Massive Norwegian data center will be fully powered by renewable energy
The data center will be the largest in the world.
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Solar blocks could replace solar panels on buildings
The blocks could be part of the architecture of a building, generating more power than just rooftop panels.
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Glow is a cute and "smart energy tracker for your home"
Forget the graphs and bar charts; Glow makes it simple and intuitive.
