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Biggest treadmill in the world?

Known as 'the beast' this is the Saturn 450/300 rs from h/p/cosmos housed in Ruhpolding, Germany.

Used in performance sports and Olympic training centres across the globe.

Credit: runwiththeflow
February 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Are you on it?

A study of studies by the Open University of Catalonia found moderate amounts of curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, may facilitate muscle recovery and alleviate pain following strenuous physical exercise.

https://superinnovators.com/2025/02/turmeric-promises-muscle-pain-a…
February 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Tesla unveils robotaxi cleaning bot

The automated system comprises a giant robotic arm with various attachments for cleaning the seats, screen and removing objects.

On a recent Tesla earnings call, Elon said they aim to launch Robotaxi service in Austin in June this year.
February 3, 2025 at 8:01 AM
This is so cool

'Robot blood' doubles as liquid battery and hydraulic actuation system in jellyfish bot.

Cornell University researchers have unveiled worm and jellyfish robots with 'embodied energy,' to reduce weight and costs.

https://superinnovators.com/2025/02/robot-blood-doubles-as-liquid-ba…
February 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
I always want pizza AND pasta at an italian? Dream unlocked

Pepperoni pizza fettuccine alfredo calzone, all integrated.

New York culinary innovation.
February 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Enzyme-powered dating strategy

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence discovered some ruff morphs degrade excess testosterone in their bloodstream for strategic mating.

https://buff.ly/4aEmBep
January 31, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Autonomous rebar tying bot

Rebar (short for steal reinforcement bar) is used to build reinforced concrete.

Each crossing point needs tying together with wire to keep the bars in place when concrete is poured.

This bot from Japan's Max will save time, money and back pain.

Credit: awesomeframers
January 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Step aside, 21st century architect coming through!

AI + VR means put down your pencils?

By Studio Tim Fu
January 30, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Magnetic bike pedals/shoes

Avery REMtech Pedals allow riders to quickly attach and release.

Pedals are $225 and metal shoe plates are $27 which attach to special biking shoes sold separately.

Magnets are only in the pedals.

Credit: Hustle Bike Labs
January 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Nature knows

Researchers at the University of Stuttgart have developed an energy-autonomous façade using 4D-printed cellulose, enabling autonomous humidity-driven shading for more sustainable buildings.

https://buff.ly/4jpM2EJ
January 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Mechanical snake luxury watch

SNAKE Watch from Singapore startup Zbioland is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter at $2,995 each.

Currently $12,013 is pledged of $14,681 goal from 5 backers with 18 days to go.

The snake/cogs are just for show and are not part of the time keeping mechanism.
January 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Railway BBQ?

Rail switch heaters melt ice and snow to stop them getting stuck.

Switches are movable sections that allow trains to change between tracks.

These are gas powered heaters on Long Island Rail Road, NY but electrical heating elements are also used across the globe.

Credit: nysubwaylife
January 27, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Nifty little gizmo

Scientists at National Institutes of Natural Sciences in Japan have built a DNA-based motor surpassing 30 nm/s, comparable to natural motor proteins’ speed.

https://buff.ly/4hoVjef
January 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Solution to age old problem of soap bar sharing hygiene

Soap grinders can be found on Amazon for around $16.
January 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Potter's wheel for kids

Nurture the creative mind forever.
January 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The path to handheld fusion reactors

Scientists at the University of Seville have inaugurated a revolutionary spherical tokamak, featuring negative triangularity that aims to unlock compact fusion power plants.

https://buff.ly/4jqfGJU
January 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Woof! Deep Robotics Lynx demos new moves

All-terrain wheeled robodog can somersault, balance on one and two wheels and leap, all in the snow.

Weight: 30 kg, Payload: 12 kg, Speed: 5 m/s, Endurance: 3 hrs, Mileage: 15 km.
January 24, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Automated fried egg machine

One egg in 30 secs, fries both sides, empty shells drop out of side chute, uses less oil and hard/soft options available.

Made by China's Sunktok - $2,000 each.
January 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Schrödinger's cat now has seven lives

The University of New South Wales in Australia has unveiled an “atomic cat” with seven lives, harnessing antimony’s eight spin states for a sturdier path towards quantum computing.

https://buff.ly/4jhpN3L
January 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Ballet in Antarctica

French ballerina Victoria Dauberville performs on the bow of a ship in the icy waters of Antarctica.

The video was posted this week on her instagram and she confirmed no AI was used.
January 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Testing drone collision avoidance using fencing

Drone challenge: remain within a safe set (a box, centred in the flight area) and avoid a collision with the tip of the sabre.

Demo'd during launch of Stanford Robotics Centre, Nov, 2024.
January 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Ouch!

Groundbreaking research from the University of Copenhagen reveals a built-in cellular surveillance system triggers rapid sunburn inflammation, redefining our understanding of UV harm.

https://buff.ly/3E37HlJ
January 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
What you hiding in them walls sonny Jim?

Seeing through dry wall with PX1 portable x-ray scanner from Videray Technologies.

Capable of scanning up to 8mm of steel on its own and 25mm of steel with Modular Transmission Panel accessory.
January 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
One of the few known oscillating chemical reactions

Briggs–Rauscher reaction was discovered in 1972 by two high school science instructors.

It cycles around 10-40 times, depending on volumes and concentrations, before settling on dark blue - Iodine.
January 19, 2025 at 8:24 AM
When your dog is very refined and sophisticated

A mid-century modern dog food storage and dispenser system.

Houndsy Kibble Dispenser retails at $295.
January 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM