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GE’s New “Smart” Wind Turbine

GE’s new 1.7-100 wind turbine, the second of it’s “Brilliant” series made it’s debut in Chicago at the WINDPOWER 2013 expo held at McCormick Place from May 5th through 8th. GE’s Brilliant series wind turbines have received much fanfare and attention and promise to be a significant step forward in improving the efficiency and viability [...]

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The 25th Annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair

One of the most influential design events of the year, the International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York provides a platform for the design world to showcase their innovations, network and create. Located at  New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, May 18-21, with 26,000 designers and manufactures from over 30 different countries, this [...]

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Canon 6D – Wifi and Iphone Compatable

Canon 6D – Wifi and Iphone Compatable As the full frame DSLR market grows ever-more crowded though – Canon, Nikon and Sony each offer at least two full frame models – the appeal of the 6D may well rest on things like handling and feature set. While Canon obviously needs to maintain clear distinctions between [...]

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SMARTWALLIT – Never Lose Your Keys or Wallet Again

So, what is SmartWallit? SmartWallit is a revolutionary device that allows you to keep track of your wallet. It will prevent you from leaving your wallet behind, so you will not have to awkwardly stand at the register frantically searching for your wallet. It is able to do this by connecting with your phone through [...]

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The Evolution of Refrigerator Design

On the evening of March 4th, 2013, I attended an IDSA sponsored mixer that was tied into the Housewares show that was going on that day. While I was sufficiently impressed by the UIC innovation center where the event was held, I found the actual presentation of the speaker from Whirlpool somewhat underwhelming. The early [...]

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The Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Lithium Ion: Clearing the Air

Over the past few months the media has focused much negative attention on the travails of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.  While on one hand this plane has solely ushered in a new era in aviation history by virtue of it’s agg...
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Idae, the notebook for extreme situations

The extra-ordinary notebook that protects your ideas in extreme situations. Waterproof, Unbreakable, Recyclable. Idae This object was born by the combination of our professional background – we are an architectural and de...
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The Technology Behind the Red Bull Stratos Stunt Dive

It was a historic moment: daredevil Felix Baumgartner plunged from the edge of the stratosphere down to earth–a record-setting 120,000 feet, and at speeds that eclipsed the sound barrier. It’s BASE jumping so extreme th...
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Events
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Chicago 2013 Home and Housewares Show

Chicago 2013 Home and Housewares Show With the winter waning and the onset of March Madness means the International Home and Housewares Show comes to Chicago’s McCormick Place. This year there were over 400 added exhibitors t...
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PARROT AR.Drone 2.0 Quadricopter

The Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 is the first quadricopter that can be controlled by a smartphone or tablet. By tilting your device, you control the direction of your AR.Drone, and by releasing it, the AR.Drone is instantly stabilized. ...
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Industry News
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The Flying Car: Getting Closer to Takeoff

Two distinctly different approaches to a decades-old dream will soon become a reality. One of the biggest disappointments for an entire generation of us who grew up reading the likes of Popular Science or Popular Mechanics was ...
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