Boeing's futuristic technology to 3D print objects while levitating in space

Boeing has patented technology to 3D print objects while levitating in space. Boeing plans to 3D print aircraft parts using this technology.

Boston Dynamics' Atlas: A Bipedal Robot with Smooth Moves

The technology in Atlas, the bipedal robot from Boston Dynamics, could change the future of disaster response and household ‘bots alike.

This Virtual Reality Suit Lets You Experience Touch

VR may be the next big thing, but the Teslasuit goes beyond headsets and headphones. So, what is it and how does it simulate human touch?

Stentrode: Moving with the power of thought

A device the size of a matchstick, implanted next to the brain’s motor cortex, could one day help paralysed people move their limbs.

We saw the first Hyperloop tubes in the desert

Hyperloop Technologies has begun work on a Hyperloop test track -- the futuristic transportation system envisioned by Elon Musk.

Singapore: Meet Nadine, the chatty robot that can remember past conversations

Nadine, a humanoid robot 'receptionist' at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore, is able to greet visitors and remember their names, and even the conversations they have previously had. Footage shows her having a chat with her creator, Prof. Nadia Thalmann, at the university earlier this month.

A glimpse into 7D technology. The future of our cinema

Discover a new dimension to Virtual Reality with the brand new 7D Cinema Experience. 7D Cinema has become some of the most popular attractions at major theme parks, where people stand in line for hours to enjoy a 7D show.

Amazing 3D Printer

Forwards Collection: http://www.funtheory.net/forwardscollection.htm Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FunTheory Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/FunTheorydotNet 3D printing is a form of additive manufacturing technology where a three dimensional object is created by laying down successive layers of material. 3D printers are generally faster, more affordable and easier to use than other additive manufacturing technologies. 3D printers offer product developers the ability to print parts and assemblies made of several materials with different mechanical and physical properties in a single build process. Advanced 3D printing technologies yield models that can serve as product prototypes. There has been large growth in the sale of 3D printers. Additionally, the cost of 3D printers has declined. The technology also finds use in the jewelry, footwear, industrial design, architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), automotive, aerospace, dental and medical industries, education, GIS, civil engineers, etc.

Battery powered plane gets a test flight - Elektra One - D-MELN

Battery powered plane gets a test flight, Elektra One. A pilot tests out a prototype battery-powered plane. "Today we have news of an all-electric airplane the Elektra One. The Elektra One is a single seater aircraft that weighs just 440lbs and relies entirely on a series of batteries for its power. The news comes from an article at Wired that reports of the plane's recent test flights in Augsburg, Germany. The airplane is designed to be energy efficient and quiet. Its propeller spins at 1,400 RPM which reduces the noise of the aircraft. PC-Aero say they are aiming to get at least 3 hours flight out of the design which translate to more than 250 miles range. When purchasing the Elektra One it will include a charging system and hangar for the €100,000 asking price. The company responsible for the aircraft also plan on making solar charging hangars available capable of providing 300 hours of flight time using renewable energy." Specifications - number of seats: 1 - maximum weight: 300 kg - wingspan: 8,6 m - wing surface : 6,4 m2 - maximum engine power: 16 KW - empty weight (without batteries): 100 kg - max. batteries: 100 kg - payload: 100 kg - max. range: over 400 km - max. endurance: over 3 hours - modern composite glass-/carbon-structure - advanced aerodynamic design - best propeller efficiency (90%) - light batteries - highly efficient electric drive - integration of new certification procedures Quieter, Greener Flight: The Elektra One plane by PC-Aero is competing to win NASA's CAFE Green Flight Challenge (there's a 1.6 million dollars prize). The goal is to create an aircraft that can "fly 200 miles in less than two hours using the energy equivalent of less than 1 gallon of gasoline per occupant. Team aircraft include those propelled by gasoline, bio-diesel, hydrogen, and electricity." The Elektra One is 100% powered by electricity, and it recently had a successful maiden flight in Germany. See also: http://cafefoundation.org/v2/gfc_main.php http://cafefoundation.org/v2/gfc_2011_teams.php

'Watson' computer wins at 'Jeopardy'

Watson the super computer has defeated the two greatest human champs in the history of "Jeopardy."

Flying robots, the builders of tomorrow

Dec. 2 - A team of scientists has demonstrated that a coordinated group of pre-programmed, autonomous robots can do the job of building workers, constructing a six meter high tower without any human intervention. Architects say this new technology paves the way for new methods of engineering buildings of the future. Georgina Cooper reports.