Smartwatch-based system warns its wearer if they’re getting too hot

Heat stroke is one of those things that can really sneak up on a person, potentially resulting in death if not quickly rectified. A new smartwatch-based system is designed to help, by warning its wearer before it's too late.

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“Bioelectronic tongue” objectively assesses sweetness

A food that's subtly sweet to one person may be very sweet to another, so how can food and beverage companies objectively determine just how sweet something actually is? Well, an experimental new "bioelectronic tongue" may one day do the job.

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Dropracks brings car-top carrying down to earth

It can be a hassle, lifting your bike, kayak or whatnot onto the top of your car, then reaching up there to secure it to the roof rack. The Dropracks system offers an easier alternative, as it temporarily brings the rack down to your level.

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Old grain silo transformed into one-of-a-kind micro-house

Design Academy Eindhoven graduate Stella van Beers has transformed an old grain silo into a charming micro-house. Named Silo Living, its snug interior is split over two floors and squeezes in a small living area and a bedroom.

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NASA plans fiery end for International Space Station in 2030

NASA has released its updated plans that outline the International Space Station's (ISS) final years leading up to its eventual disposal in 2030, when it will plunge into the Earth's atmosphere and burn up somewhere over the South Pacific Ocean.

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Simulation reveals origin of strange flares from supermassive black holes

Contrary to their name, black holes are known to fire off flares from time to time, but exactly how this happens is shrouded in mystery. High-resolution simulations have now revealed how twisting magnetic fields can throw off huge amounts of energy.

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Regular exercise found to help fight off dry and itchy eyes

A new study has uncovered some useful new insights around how physical activity can improve ocular health, suggesting that regular exercise can promote hydration and stability of tear film, helping ward off dry and itchy eyes.

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Self-driving electric Airstream trailer smartens up off-grid living

When Airstream introduced its eStream self-propelled trailer concept last month, it left out some critical details. Now it's filled in the blanks, explaining more on how the 80-kWh battery runs the e-drive and creates an off-grid glamping getaway.

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Emergent trends from the biggest motorcycle auction of 2022

Each January the Las Vegas motorcycle auctions set the tone for the entire auction year. This year there was only one – Mecum – but it will be the biggest and most important motorcycle auction of 2022, with the most evident trends. Here's what we learned.

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Prototype COVID breathalyzer promises new way to test for coronavirus

Researchers have developed a breathalyzer claimed to be as effective as PCR testing in identifying COVID-19. The system is over 95 percent accurate at detecting both symptomatic and asymptomatic infections, delivering results in less than five minutes.

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