See how this man has invented a way to harness the energy from wind to power clocks, lights and radios. Using the non-turbine wind alternative on a micro level, he shares how, for under $5, you can capture energy to power items that require little energy to operate. Then, he imagines the possibility of spanning the gaps of canyons with “wind belts” to do it on a large scale.
Oh, it’s summertime now! Check out these designs that make grilling easy, from pressing the patties, firing up the grill, to flipping the burgers. Let the grilling begin!
I was amazed to see this early invention of the GPS (1932). It used a rolling key map to gauge where you were as you drove. Not so much global positioning, but it was a clever way to track your location around the neighborhood.
As for newspapers, reading in real time hasn’t always been as easy as picking up an iPad. Check out these kids in 1938 reading the children’s page of a Missouri newspaper as it is fed out of an early fax machine.
Even life vests have evolved into a state-of-the-art device, as compared to bicycle inner tubes wrapped around the upper bodies of these young Germans in 1925.
2 cufflinks, 4 total GB, 8 character engraving upgrade option, 200 dollars. But hey, the shipping is free! It seems a little outrageous, but I think I like them.
Pebble, the breathable sleep surface by Nook, has got a really good thing going on. They have designed a soft, asymmetrical mattress surface with enough nooks and crannies to provide airflow for infants so you need not worry when you lay your baby down at night.
Named for the appearance of its functional, textured surface, Pebble is a very responsible design for parents everywhere. Oh, and it is washable, breathable, non-toxic and has a wool fire barrier, as well.
Ding dong, iChime, the programmable door bell is here. Made to play any recorded sound or MP3 that you choose, you can customize any greeting you want. It even works as an automated door bell to sound when someone enters a home or business.
So the next time you hear the door bell ring, you don’t really have to hear the door bell ring.
No need for words, just watch this video.
Bloom Box claims to have designed a power generator that combines oxygen and natural gas, biogas or solar energy to create electricity. ”6O Minutes” interviewed the inventor and his financial backer, who are going extremely public after years of secrecy. Among the initial companies testing the hype — Google, eBay, and Walmart. Take a look at the video for yourself.
All of the above items can be found on Solutions, an online megastore for innovative products around the house. This post, though, is all about nifty kitchen gadgets.
Check out this video showing how Perplexus works by twisting, leaning and shaking your way to winning. It’s like an Amish toy meets a pinball machine.
