Technology

December 31, 2018

Affordable 3D Printer Effortlessly Crafts Beautiful Ceramics in Minimal Time

Over the last few years, we've seen a surge in 3D-printed possibilities. From bot-built houses to wearable planters made with modeling software, these products showcase the increasing power of the 3D printer. Now, even ceramics are getting the technological treatment with machines like CERAMBOT. An affordable and easy-to-use alternative to existing models, this ceramic 3D printer is redefining contemporary ceramics.

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July 16, 2018

Robotic “Smart” Planter Chases the Sun to Keep Its Succulent in Sunlight

Have you ever noticed how a plant instinctively grows towards the sunlight? Called heliotropism, it’s a phenomenon where leaves point in the direction of the light—the source of their nutrients. Most of the time, you’ve got to position your plants just right so that they are getting the food they need. But thanks to an adorable little robot, you’ll never worry about your plants getting too little or too much sun again.

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April 20, 2018

Electric Vespa Reimagines Classic Italian Vehicle With a Futuristic Twist

Italian industrial designer Giulio Iacchetti gives a nod to the original 1946 Vespa with his concept for a sleek, minimalist electric bike. The beloved Italian scooter is reimagined as the Vespampère, with Iacchetti linking past and present for a forward-thinking vehicle designed for better riding in urban environments. Over the years, the Vespa has become increasingly bulky, but Iacchetti's proposed electric motor allows him to remove lateral side panels for a slimmed down version.

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