Outisan e-Wagon uses motor-assist to make hauling less galling

Putting heavy gear in a wagon definitely makes it easier to transport, but the load can still be difficult to pull – particularly going uphill. That's where the e-Wagon is designed to come in, as it features electric motors for easier hauling.

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Solar-powered Luci Beam transforms from headlamp to flashlight

Although any headlamp can also serve as a flashlight if you hold it in your hand, Mpowerd's new Luci Beam is designed specifically to play both roles. As an added bonus, it can also be solar-recharged, for times when plugging it in isn't an option.

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Solar-powered Luci Beam transforms from headlamp to flashlight

Although any headlamp can also serve as a flashlight if you hold it in your hand, Mpowerd's new Luci Beam is designed specifically to play both roles. As an added bonus, it can also be solar-recharged, for times when plugging it in isn't an option.

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Off-grid-capable Sunshine tiny house doesn’t break the bank

The Sunshine tiny house, by Sweden's Vagabond Haven, is a traditional-looking tiny house that has a compact, unfussy interior layout. Its options include off-grid functionality, and it starts at a relatively low price of €27,728.

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Off-grid-capable Sunshine tiny house doesn’t break the bank

The Sunshine tiny house, by Sweden's Vagabond Haven, is a traditional-looking tiny house that has a compact, unfussy interior layout. Its options include off-grid functionality, and it starts at a relatively low price of €27,728.

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Study suggests that carrying crying babies is the best way to calm them

It can be stressful and exhausting, trying to get a crying baby to settle down and go to sleep. New research now suggests that for the best chance at success, parents should pick the infant up and walk around with it for five minutes.

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Yarbo modular yard robot mows grass, clears snow and blows leaves

There are already several autonomous robots that mow grass, and even a few that clear snow. The modular Yarbo robot, however, can tend to both grass and snow, plus it can blow away dead leaves or other debris.

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Moonshot plan looks to recreate lunar experience on Earth

Even if it eventually becomes available, a vacation to the Moon is going to be financially out of reach for many. However, a $5 billion architecture proposal aims to offer visitors a tiny taste of lunar life right here on Earth.

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Neck-worn “bandage” sensors could better warn of concussions

One of the dangerous things about sports-related concussions is the fact that athletes may not realize they have one, so they don't seek medical attention. A new sensor could let them know, and it would go on their neck, not their head.

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Tiny House Sauvage embraces contemporary Scandinavian design

Tiny houses can all have a similar look to them, however Baluchon's Tiny House Sauvage eschews the typical cutesy cottage-like appearance in favor of a contemporary light-filled tiny house inspired by Scandinavian design.

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