Hybrid-electric aircraft takes to the skies

We're all familiar with hybrid cars, but hybrid planes are virtually unheard of. Now though, researchers from the University of Cambridge, UK, have partnered with Boeing to test what they say is the first hybrid-electric aircraft. It is said to use 30 percent less fuel than a gas-only equivalent... Continue Reading Hybrid-electric aircraft takes to the skies



Section: Aircraft



Tags: Aircraft, Boeing, Electric Aircraft, Hybrid, University of Cambridge



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Peri Duo: iPhone battery and speaker case rolled into one

A new iPhone add-on devised by California-based company Peri aims to give iPhone users a double whammy: more battery power and sound volume, all for less cash. Called Peri Duo, it comes in the form of a case that integrates a speaker system and a 2,500-mAh battery. When detached from the phone, it becomes a speaker whose aural power is strong enough to disturb the neighbors... Continue Reading Peri Duo: iPhone battery and speaker case rolled into one



Section: Electronics



Tags: Battery, Charger, Indiegogo, iPhone case, Speakers



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Taoshouse home's energy needs expected to be met by solar array

A home built in New Mexico, US, is expected to run entirely from the electricity generated from energy harvested by its nine 230 W solar panels. The Taoshouse also has a number of design features to help keep power usage to a minimum... Continue Reading Taoshouse home's energy needs expected to be met by solar array



Section: Architecture



Tags: House, Passive House, Solar Powered, Sustainable



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TallerDE2 Arquitectos reinvents the bachelor pad

Following the Madrid-based Didomestic and All I Own House comes yet another example of modular living in Spain's capital that features a utilitarian decor and unusual space-saving furniture. The Pop-Up House, by TallerDE2 Arquitectos, involved the renovation of a mid-20th Century apartment into a novel bachelor pad. .. Continue Reading TallerDE2 Arquitectos reinvents the bachelor pad



Section: Architecture



Tags: Furniture, House, Modular, Spain



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Google unveils first complete self-driving car prototype

Google has been developing autonomous car technology since 2010. Now, it has unveiled the first complete prototype of its self-driving car. The company expects the vehicle to be hitting the streets of California some time in 2015... Continue Reading Google unveils first complete self-driving car prototype



Section: Automotive



Tags: Autonomous Vehicles, Car, Google, Prototype, Self-Driving



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The best iPhone 6 case for any situation

The iPhone 6 is an expensive piece of kit. It’s also beautifully crafted and not particularly kind to those who drop it. What’s that mean in total? You guessed it: this extra-large, super-thin […]



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FDA to recommend ending the ban on blood donations by gay and bisexual men

The FDA is set to recommend putting an end to the ban on blood donations by gay and bisexual men today, reports the Associated Press.

BREAKING: FDA to recommend end of ban on blood donations from gay and bisexual men; restrictions remain.

— The Associated Press (@AP) December 23, 2014

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