Hydrus packs autonomous ocean exploration tech into a much smaller package

While AUVs (autonomous underwater vehicles) are invaluable for gathering oceanographic data, they also tend to be fairly large and very expensive. The Hydrus offers a much smaller, less costly alternative, which still packs a lot of punch.

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Ascend Dynamics presents its Skypak V1 electric jetpack

Wisconsin's Ascend Dynamics has been flight-testing an 80-lb (36-kg) electric jetpack device with 12 coaxial rotors and an aluminum trellis frame. The company hopes to raise enough cash to build a powerful carbon fiber version for production.

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Feral off-road RV charges like a rhino, rests like a glamping lodge

Rock solid on the outside, soft and inviting on the inside — it's the formula behind any good 4x4 expedition vehicle, especially the Krug Project Rhino. The rugged Mercedes-based Rhino stands up for sustainable tourism and anti-poaching efforts.

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Woom mini cargo bike supports industrious and adventurous kids

Usually when one hears the term "cargo bike for kids," it's an adult bike with a child seat. But child bike specialist Woom puts a different spin on the concept with the Now, a versatile urban bike specced like an adult cargo bike but sized for kids.

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Review: 2022 Subaru WRX is a 5th generation of turbocharged glee

Subaru has finally begun producing the 5th generation of the WRX sport sedan. One of the most popular cars in Subaru’s lineup, the WRX divides opinion every time it sees changes ... and love it or hate it, this new-gen WRX is no different.

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Alpen announces larger, electronic-locking Basecamp Bike Capsule

Four years ago we first heard about a lockable weatherproof pod called the Alpen Bike Capsule, designed for securely storing bicycles outdoors. The latest incarnation of the device is not only larger, but also features an electronic locking system.

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Segway unleashes crazy powerful GT series electric kickscooters

After announcing a new batch of high-powered electric kickscooters early last month, Segway has now launched the GT series on Indiegogo – with the GT2 SuperScooter capable of a crazy top speed of 43.5 mph.

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“World’s smartest traffic management system” launches in Australia

In a smart and connected world, it's amazing how dumb our traffic lights can be. A new Melbourne project uses AI to crunch an unprecedented amount of live and historical data, hoping to optimize multi-mode traffic flow and influence behavior.

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DirtySixer lays claim to title of “world’s biggest ebike”

It was just last year that we heard about the DirtySixer AllRoad Mark II, a 36-inch-wheeled bicycle for big riders. Well, those giant cyclists will soon have an electric-assist option, in the form of what is currently being called the eDirtySixer.

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