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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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“Vertical garden city” becomes Japan’s tallest residential skyscraper

Ingenhoven Associates has completed work on a pair of skyscrapers in Tokyo. Featuring a bottom-heavy design enlivened by lush greenery, the tallest of the two towers is also Japan's tallest residential skyscraper.

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Porsche will now sell you a pop-top roof camper for your 911 supercar

How many times have you found yourself out bush-bashing in a Porsche 911, catching a breathtaking view after a gnarly river crossing and thinking "damnit, if only I had somewhere convenient to sleep right now?" If it's more than zero, you're in luck.

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Assistive MRBA robot is designed to detect and prevent falls

As their sense of balance deteriorates, seniors are at an increased risk of potentially debilitating falls. A new wearable assistive robot could help, by detecting and preventing such falls before they actually occur.

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“Floating” public art space takes shape in China

Back in 2021, MAD Architects revealed its ambitious vision for the Aranya Cloud Center. Work on the project is now well underway and the firm has shared some details on its progress, including its complex structural system and eye-catching exterior.

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Solo Stove’s cute and colorful Mesa pits put smokeless fire on the table

Solo Stove has added another elegant fire pit to its catalog, this time scaling down its signature smoke-free design into a tabletop-friendly solution it calls the Mesa, which is designed to bring warmth to confined spaces.

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LG’s moody new fridge lights up in custom colors and plays music

Besides keeping your food cold, there’s not much more we need from a fridge, but manufacturers keep cramming new features in there. The latest example from LG is the MoodUP, a fridge that sports speakers and LED doors that can change color on demand.

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Smartphone app transmits underwater messages between scuba divers

When it comes to communicating with one another while underwater, scuba divers typically use either hand signals or writing boards … both of which have limitations. Soon, however, they could be utilizing an app on their existing smartphone.

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MVRDV’s rugged Valley hailed as 2022’s best skyscraper

Emporis has revealed the winner of this year's Skyscraper Award. The prestigious award offers an excellent opportunity to see the world's finest new skyscrapers and this year's winner is MVRDV's mountainous Valley, located in the city of Amsterdam.

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