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Glow In The Dark Electric Bike Features Built-in iPod Dock
by Steve Levenstein
Yamaha boasts a long and proud tradition in the motorcycle world, and the company aims to continue setting the pace with models like the glow in the dark, iPod ready EC-02 electric bike. read more »
South Korea Replaces Intoxicated Drivers with "Replacement Drivers"
by Tamara WartaSouth Korea is often at the forefront of inventions and new ways of living, and now they are proving this fact yet again by inventing a new career. read more »
Cedarville University Wins Solar Splash 2007!
by Gloria CamposWhen I first read about the solar energy boat race, Solar Splash, I was immediately intrigued. Though I don't like open waters; therefore, will not get on a boat, the combination of solar energy and cleaner transportation in competition has had me tempted to face my fears and give these solar powered boats a try. I think it's an innovative idea with wonderful educational opportunities and a great start to the building and using of non-polluting, fuel-free vehicles (land, water and air) of the future. read more »
Japan's New Toilets Wash, Dry... and Fly!
by Steve Levenstein
Those amazing Japanese "washlets" pretty much do it all, from raising their lids in greeting as you enter the bathroom to washing and drying you off when you're done. Seems like Japanese toilets can do everything but fly... well guess again! read more »
Japan's N700 Bullet Train: Same Speed, Less Energy
by Steve Levenstein
Japan's new N700 model Bullet Train is a kinder, gentler choo-choo... kinder on the environment and gentler on its passengers. read more »
Hypersonic Jet "Breathes" Oxygen To Exceed Mach 10 Speeds
by Lisa ZygaResearchers from Australia and the US have built a hypersonic scramjet that "breathes" in oxygen rather than carrying it as fuel. The group predicts that hypersonic airplanes may be a reality in the near future. read more »
Secure Portable Storage At The Touch Of A Finger
by Steve Levenstein
USB flash drives are powerful, portable data storage devices that are finally available with the security features users have long demanded. read more »
Locust Bike a Good Investment?
by Body BeautyIt has been years since I've ridden a bike, other than a stationary fitness bike. I've thought about it a lot, but never really did anything to get back on one. Besides, there aren't many places around where I live to ride a bike without needing to drive several miles to a park. I could risk the busy streets, but I think my bravery flew out the window as soon as I had kids.
Then a few months ago my daughter received a bike as a gift and it got me thinking about how nice it would be to go bike riding with her, even if just at the park. It would give us a chance to bond more and exercise together. read more »
Gotta Go Briefcase
by Rodd MillerThe Gotta Go Briefcase for the Exec always on the run. At last, a briefcase you actually are supposed to take a dump in.
Top 10 Hotels to Make Your Lover Moan...In Comfort
by Seth Plattner
Green Retreats For Scrooge
by Gloria Campos
13 REAL Haunted Places That Will Make You Cry for Mommy
by Seth Plattner
Continuing this month's apropos theme of all things haunted, I bring a list of 13 of the most haunted places in the world. Paranormal activity is an international affair, and ghosts and apparitions toy with the living everywhere from California to Mumbai. This list will have some familiar names, and some places you never expected to be haunted (The White House?!), but each one comes with tale after tale of weird and terrifying experiences with the phantom world. read more »
Is Your Teenage Driver Speeding? Now You Can Tell
by Jefferson SmithWant to know if your teenager is speeding?
Guest Blogger Jefferson Smith lives in Boston, Massachusetts and works as a political and marketing consultant. In between writing speeches and making democracy safe for all, he obsesses over the latest innovations in electronics and the internet. You can read his personal blog coming soon at www.thinkmatter.org.
Here's his article for readers of AmericanInventorSpot.com.
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Are you a worried parent with a teen driver? A new invention by a young man from Massachusetts can monitor the speed and location of a car and is being marketed to slow down fast-driving teenagers. We all know that speed and inexperience behind wheel don't mix, but will parents sic this Big Brother-device on their teens?
New Way to Carry Your Laptop - Pizza Box Case
by Amused and BemusedI am in the market for a travel case for my laptop. It was pretty clear from visting a few stores this weekend that the utilitarian and very boring black bag is pretty much what's available. How amazingly hohum! Why is it that the mass merchandisers all carry the same items?
I decided not to purchase anything and look for some more interesting options on line. How fortunate for me that in checking out one of my favorite websites Attu Sees All this morning, I found an unusual laptop case that I thought was pretty fun. read more »