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Ford’s “Feel the View” Window Technology for the Vision Impaired and 15 More Fascinating Images

By Jackson Chung May 1, 2018

Sometimes, it’s nice to just get out and go for a drive, purely for the scenery, but for the vision impaired that just isn’t possible…until now. Introducing Ford’s “Feel the View,” which is a window technology that reproduces high-contrast monochrome pictures on the side window using special LEDs. The vision impaired can then touch the window and feel the various shades of grey that will vibrate with a range of 255 intensities, enabling them to rebuild the scenes in their mind. Continue reading for more fascinating images from around the web.

Muraka Underwater Hotel and 15 More Fascinating Images

By Jackson Chung April 18, 2018

Built by Conrad Hotels and located in the Maldives, the Muraka underwater hotel is a sight to behold, literally. This submarine suite is anchored 16-feet below surface, and features all that you’d expect from a 5-star hotel. Boasting a large bedroom, living room area, luxurious bathroom, and a second floor for viewing purposes. One caveat: it’ll set you back a whopping $50,000 per night. Continue reading for more fascinating images from around the web.

Nintendo Super Famicom “Famigun” Light Gun and 15 More Interesting Photos

By Jackson Chung April 10, 2018

There was the NES Zapper, Super Scope 6, and now, this Nintendo Super Famicom “Famigun” concept. This heavy duty gaming peripheral features a bazooka-like metal / plastic design, a fold-out display for more precise aiming action, and even a light-up Super Mario Bros. coin box indicator for good measure. Unfortunately, there’s no word yet on if Nintendo will make this fan-made creation a reality. Continue reading for more interesting photos from around the web.

Finland’s Tiny Kotisaari Island Through All 4 Seasons and 15 More Fascinating Images

By Jackson Chung March 26, 2018

Photo credit: Jani Ylinampa via Bored Panda

Finland-based photographer Jani Ylinampa is known forstunning images of the Northern Lights and other landscapes, but a few years back, the tiny island of Kotisaari really caught his eye. So, he decided to capture the island through all four seasons using a drone (clockwise from left to right): autumn, winter, spring summer. Continue reading for more fascinating images from around the web.

Honda’s 192HP Mean Mower Mk2 and 15 More Fascinating Images

By Jackson Chung March 19, 2018

Approximately 4-years ago, Honda revealed the world’s fastest lawn mower, called the Mean Mower, and it set a Guinness World Record for the fastest speed reached by a lawn mower. Now, they are set to debut its successor, the Mean Mower Mk2. It’s now powered by a CBR1000RR Fireblade motorcycle engine that generates 192 horsepower, enabling it to hit a top speed of 134 mph, which 18 mph faster than its predecessor. How fast is it from 0-60 mph? Well, the first-generation model could hit 60 mph in a mere 4.0-seconds, so we could be looking a sub 4.0-second times for the Mk2. Continue reading for more fascinating images from around the web.

ICON 3D-Printed Home Fabricated Under 24-Hours and 15 More Interesting Images

By Jackson Chung March 12, 2018

ICON has developed a method to 3D print single-story 650-square-foot homes using cement in a mere 12-24 hours. Currently a 100-home community will be fabricated for residents in El Salvador next year. The Vulcan printer can print an entire home for $10,000, but eventually, the company plans to bring the cost down to just $4,000. “It’s much cheaper than the typical American home. It’s capable of printing a home that’s 800 square feet, a significantly bigger structure than properties pushed by the tiny home movement, which top out at about 400 square feet. In contrast, the average New York apartment is about 866 square feet,” said co-founder Jason Ballard. Continue reading for more interesting images from around the web.

Illuminated Traffic Light Poles and 10 More Simple (Yet Clever) Ideas

By Jackson Chung March 7, 2018

Sometimes, it’s just too foggy out on the roads, or the visibility is near zero due to weather conditions, to clearly see traffic lights. However, a city in Ukraine has figured out a solution…LED-equipped traffic light poles that can be seen from afar, without requiring any special equipment. That is just one of the many simple, yet clever, ideas people have come up with. Continue reading for more. Click here for a few bonus images.

DroneHunter That Disables Unauthorized Drones and 15 More Fascinating Images

By Jackson Chung March 5, 2018

Not just any drone, the DroneHunter is armed with radar and a net to automatically intercept trespassing drones. This technology was developed start-up called Fortem Technologies and is based on DJI’s octocopter. The radars are extremely lightweight, while being super efficient, drawing the same power as an LED light. Timothy Bean, CEO of Fortem Technologies, said that its main use will be by the U.S. military to protect fighters and bases at a safe stand-off distance with little collateral damage. Continue reading for more fascinating images from around the web.

Cat S61 Rugged Smartphone with FLIR Thermal Imaging and 15 More Interesting Images

By Jackson Chung February 27, 2018

The Cat S61 smartphone is built unlike any other, as this rugged device is designed to withstand just about any disaster, including extreme drops, disastrous temperatures (-4° – 752° F), as well as water-resistance up to 3 meters for an hour hour. In addition to built-in FLIR thermal imaging, it’s also capable of accurately measuring distances using its integrated laser. The former boasts the ability to overlay HD images with the thermal feed, while enabling users to live stream the images. Continue reading for more interesting images from around the web.

Curtiss Warhawk Motorcycle and 15 More Interesting Images

By Jackson Chung February 22, 2018

Specialty motorcycle manufacturer Curtiss has revealed “The Warhawk”, a stunning machined aluminum bike that is powered by an air-cooled, 2200cc v-twin producing 150 bhp and 160 lb-ft of torque. Not just for looks, it can hit a top speed of 165 MPH, thanks to a machined aluminum frame, girder forks, and a Curtiss-designed stacked gearbox with transparent covers. Two caveat: only 35 units are being built and will be priced at $105,000 each. Continue reading for more interesting images from around the web.