Archive for category Innovation
The Solar Powered Golf Cart
Posted by Daoco in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation, Solar Power on August 16, 2010
The Solar Powered Golf Cart.
This is the electric golf cart that has an array of 72 photovoltaic cells built into the roof that collect solar energy, providing up to 33% more range between recharges than non-solar electric golf carts. The cart’s 160-watt array produces up to three amps per hour for its 48-volt rechargeable battery system, providing a range of up to 49 miles–approximately 10 rounds of golf–before requiring a full recharge (overnight via its 6′ long AC adapter; 15 hours via its solar array). The array also extends the life of the battery system by 60% more than other electric golf carts. Its 5 1/2-hp electric motor and 19-spline rear axle provides a maximum speed of 24 MPH and is powerful enough to enable the cart to climb a 28° incline when fully loaded with two passengers and golf bags, supporting up to 755 lbs. The cart uses rack and pinion steering, leaf springs, and heavy shock suspension to provide a smooth, even ride on its rugged 8″ pneumatic tires. A built-in speed controller allows you to limit the maximum speed, and its self-adjusting drum brakes provide reliable stopping. Includes a two-person seat with vinyl upholstery, four cup holders, and straps for securing two golf bags. The cart has headlights, turn indicators, brake lights, and a horn. 7 3/4′ L x 3 3/4′ W x 5 3/4′ H (1,100 lbs.)
Source: Hammacher
Popularity: 24% [?]
The Camera Lens Mug
Posted by Daoco in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation, Unique Designs on August 2, 2010
Just a week ago, we walked into our local cafe, and our barista handed us our latte in a mug that looked just like a lens! She even topped it off with camera-shaped latte art and creamer in a film canister!
We just about died, but then we woke up instead.
Desperate for our dream to come true, we wished on shooting stars, wishbones, found pennies, fallen eyelashes…and sure enough, it worked!
Behold, the Camera Lens Mug, a mug that looks JUST LIKE a Canon 24-105mm lens!
It’s equipped with a lens-cap lid (omg), rubber-grip focus and zoom rings (o…m…g), and an auto-focus switch that actually switches (OMG)! It’s so realistic, you might have to use post-its just to remind yourself which is your mug and which is your lens!
Source: Photojojo
Popularity: 31% [?]
Feel What You’ve Been Missing – Feel the impact tactile gaming vest
Posted by Daoco in Computers, Gadgets, Innovation, Unique Designs on July 29, 2010
Feel What You’ve Been Missing: Physical 3D!
The 3RD Space Vest is the gaming peripheral you’ve always dreamed would become reality. It lets you FEEL the game’s action as it happens all around you. The Vest is a serious piece of air-powered, impact-generating computer gaming hardware designed to immerse you in the heat of the battle like never before.
Sense the direction and force of bullet fire, crushing explosions, and fear-inducing finger taps, perfectly synced with the on-screen action, through the Vest’s 8 active zones [4 Front / 4 Back]. 3RD Space redefines force feedback, bringing you a unique Physical 3D gaming experience.
Don’t Just Play… Play Smarter, Play Better
What would you do if your enemy shot back…and you felt those shots hit you? Whether playing on your home PC, custom gaming rig, console, or at multiplayer LAN parties, you’ll find the answer as the Vest alters your strategy and amplifies the game’s intensity, frag after frag after frag.
Source: TN Games
Popularity: 24% [?]
Black & Decker LP1000 Alligator Lopper 4.5 amp Electric Chain Saw
Posted by Richer Dao in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation, Unique Designs, Videos on July 19, 2010
Black & Decker’s Power Saws — Driven by Quality
Black & Decker offers both cordless and electric chain saws, including the Alligator Lopper electric chain saw and 18-volt cordless chain saws. Chain saws feature powerful motors for fast cutting and a sturdy, lightweight design that makes them exceptionally easy to use.
The Alligator Lopper Makes Cutting a Breeze
Take a big bite out of fallen trees, tree limbs and brush with the Alligator Lopper — a revolutionary cutting tool that provides chainsaw-like cutting performance in an un-intimidating tool. With its scissor-like action, the Alligator Lopper’s rugged metal jaws clamp onto logs, thick branches, tree limbs, and vines — and then saw right through them. Once limbs and branches are on the ground, the Alligator Lopper is perfect for chopping them up into manageable pieces to throw away or chuck into your fireplace.
Source: Amazon
Popularity: 26% [?]
Ear Pressure Equaliser – Relief from blocked ear pressure
Posted by Daoco in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation, Inventions on July 7, 2010
Instant relief from ‘blocked’ ears and ear pressure pain. This pressure equaliser was invented by an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist, so it’s entirely safe to use. Rising external pressure during flights, mountain climbing, skiing or diving etc slightly deforms our eardrums, and the resulting ‘blockage’ can be severely painful. This gadget works by producing a counteractive negative pressure inside your ear, relaxing the ear drum and Eustachian tube to allow air back into the middle ear. It’s a neat pocket size so it’s easy to carry with you, and a safety valve limits the suction force so it can never create too much pressure. Simply unwind the tube and insert the earpiece in your ear, then press the membrane gently for instant relief.
- Safe for any age 3 years +
- CE tested
- Complies with Medical Directive 93/42/EC
- Australian TV innovation award winner on ‘The New Inventors’
- Comes with 3 ear piece sizes
- Manufacturer’s 2-year guarantee
- 3½” x 2” x 1” (9 x 5.2 x 2.5cm)
Source: Expert Verdict
Popularity: 24% [?]
Solar Panel with Power Box
Posted by Daoco in Computers, Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation, Solar Power, Technology, iPhone on July 6, 2010
Charge your mobile phone and other devices with free solar power. The supplied connectors allow you to charge them directly from the solar panel, or via the optional ‘smart box’. The smart box will store the power taken from the solar panel (or from your PC via the supplied USB cable) to become a separate battery, so it’s totally portable. Once fully charged, the solar panel or portable smart box will power a mobile phone or iPod for around 2 hours, a PSP for 4 hours, an MP4 player for 2 hours and much more. The solar panel comes with a transparent protective PVC case with Velcro-attached bracket and strap, so you can stand it on a table or the floor at home. Or attach it to your travel bag with the supplied buckle strap and connect to your device for direct recharging on the move.
- 1000mAh environmentally friendly Li-ion battery
- Smart box full charge takes 2-3 hrs in full sunlight or via PC
- Smart box holds unused charge for up to 6 months
- Smart box features charging and low charge warning indicators
- Panel measures 9¾” x 6¾” x ½” (24.8 x 17 x 2cm)
- Smart box measures 3⅝” x 1⅝” x ⅜” (9.1 x 4 x 0.8cm)
- Comes with cables and 8 connectors – Motorola V3(i) Type, Motorola V8 Type, Nokia 8210 Type, Nokia 6101 Type, Sony Ericsson K750 Type, LGKG800 Type, Sony PSP Type and iPhone/iPhone 3G/3GS Type
Source: ExpertVerdict
Popularity: 44% [?]
ProXtra Laser Hair Brush
Posted by Daoco in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation on July 1, 2010
Combined laser and LED therapy for hair and scalp. The dual laser and light technology in this lightweight hand-held device is exactly the same as used in salons worldwide to help create thicker, richer-looking hair. Living cells thrive on light, and your hair is no different.
- A bank of 14 LEDs deliver deep-penetrating light to stimulate and massage the scalp
- Low-level laser beam intensifies the treatment
- Recommended for use 3 times a week, just 10-15 minutes each session
- Most users achieve significant results in 8-16 weeks
- Ideal for both men and women
- Brush measures 7½” x 1¾” x 1¼” (18.8 x 4.8 x 3cm)
- Comes with mains powered recharging unit
- NB: Do not use if you have a pacemaker or similar device, or are being treated for pregnancy, hypersensitivity, hypertension, malignant tumour or heart desease
Source: Expert Verdict
Popularity: 21% [?]
Rhino Learning Remote Controller
Posted by Daoco in Gadgets, Great Ideas, Innovation on June 26, 2010
Now you can operate your car alarm, home alarm, panic button and garage doors from one control that fits on your keyring. The Rhino can duplicate the majority of fixed-code remotes that work on radio frequencies, learning their encoding in seconds. Just place the remotes next to each other and press and hold a button on the Rhino till it flashes 3 times.
- 4-channel programmable
- Copies most radio frequency remote controls
- Copies most radio frequency remote controls
- 255-500 MHz adjustable frequency
- 2¼”/5.7cm long
- Handy key ring clip
- Battery included
Source: Expert Verdict
Popularity: 24% [?]
Oil and Vinegar Glass
Posted by Daoco in Innovation on June 15, 2010
Ah, oil and vinegar – they’re so good together, yet they always live apart! This oil and vinegar vessel logically puts both liquids in the same container, since physics causes them to separate anyways. The clear cylindrical container has two pouring spouts on each side, one at the top for oil and one at the bottom for vinegar, so that you can pour them out separately and give your salad and breads the perfect balance of oil and vinegar.
Source: Uncommon Goods
Popularity: 17% [?]
Fruit Shot Carver
Posted by Daoco in Gadgets, Innovation, Inventions on June 12, 2010
FRUIT SHOT CARVER
With one quick twist of this shot carver, you can turn any piece of fruit into a party! Added bonus: no dishes to wash. Just tell your guests to eat their glasses! Good for apples, mangoes, kiwis, and more! Made in China.
Source: Uncommon Goods
Popularity: 27% [?]
