Although the creation of the three-wheel car never became extremely popular due to its unstableness and strange appearance, many car lovers still have a passion for the unique design and distinct look of these models. Because of these enthusiasts, Morgan Motor Company has recently created a new three-wheel model which has an old-school feel but […]
Month: June 2016
Hourglass Liquid Simplifies Batteries
Traditionally, flow batteries operate through a process involving both positive and negative liquid electrodes held in tanks and separated by a membrane in the middle. Both liquids are cycled through the half-tanks by a series of valves and pumps, which generate energy from the chemical reactions occurring between the liquids. Though efficient, the pump-flow process […]
Wynd Creates Portable Air Purifier
Individuals who suffer from asthma or severe allergies often require an air purification system in their household in order to eliminate harmful particles, resulting in cleaner living areas and easier breathing for everyone. As beneficial as these air purifiers are, they are often bulky and require a cord which prevents them from being used anywhere […]
Water Robots Inspect Areas Inaccessible To Humans
A research team at Sheffield University has recently developed a team of square robotic devices, which are able to attach and break apart in water to maneuver through tight spaces. These robots can be used for a variety of water based applications from pipe inspection all the way to search and rescue missions in open […]
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Light 3D Printed eBike for Daily Commutes
Individuals who chose to bike to their workplace each morning have to deal with the daily struggles of arriving sweaty, exhausted, and possibly even late. Electric motorcycles are an environmentally friendly solution, but they can be extremely large, heavy and inconvenient to store when compared to bicycles. Airbus’ subsidiary company, APWorks, has created the Light […]
Eclipse Helps Sponsor Two Junior World Athletes
Eclipse Automation is proud to sponsor local snowboarders Emma and Abby Van Groningen, two Cambridge sisters with the shared goal of competing in the 2018 Olympic Games. Through financial and motivational support, Eclipse is assisting the sisters along their journey, in hopes of making this goal a reality for them. The two sisters learned to […]
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Biosensor Detects Neurological Diseases
Cancer, along with most neurodegenerative diseases, are frequently not detected by an individual until they start experiencing symptoms of illness. By this time, the disease has begun to damage the body and it becomes increasingly hard to treat over time as it spreads. Pre-symptom tests are not 100% guaranteed either, as growths can easily be […]
Wave Energy Proves Reliable After Trial
Carnegie Wave Energy, backed by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), has recently set a world record in renewable energy, completing 14,000 cumulative operating hours with their CETO wave process over the past year. Named after a Greek sea goddess, CETO is an underwater power generator anchored to the sea floor that uses the motion […]
Self-Driving Transport Trucks
Current shipping laws regulate transport truck drivers to a maximum of eleven hours of travel per day to ensure no drivers become excessively tired behind the wheel. Sleep deprivation can have the same symptoms on an individual as being intoxicated, including impaired vision and clouded judgment. Unfortunately, there is no breathalyzer or other type of […]
Portable Hand-Held Microwave
In the past the only way to cook food or drinks in the wilderness was to construct a fire or ignite a gas burner to produce heat. However, both these methods are time-consuming and often present challenges to individuals in rough conditions. Furthermore, some camp areas and forests have imposed a ‘no open flame’ policy, […]