Every one wants a jet pack right? and in 2012 they should be as common as motorcycles. So why arent they? The jet packed image series will illustrate the history, development and research behind the detailed design and engineering of one of sci-fi’s biggest promises. Please enjoy these fantastic machines with the promise of the…
Every one wants a jet pack right? and in 2012 they should be as common as motorcycles. So why arent they? The jet packed image series will illustrate the history, development and research behind the detailed design and engineering of one of sci-fi’s biggest promises. Please enjoy these fantastic machines with the promise of the…
Every one wants a jet pack right? and in 2012 they should be as common as motorcycles. So why arent they? The jet packed image series will illustrate the history, development and research behind the detailed design and engineering of one of sci-fi’s biggest promises. Please enjoy these fantastic machines with the promise of the…
Eythor Bender demonstartes an exoskelton prototype that has the power to change lives.
Gever Tulley was inspired by the a conversation he overheard between mother and son, “put down that stick, you know the rule about playing with sticks”. Gever Tully shows the amazing concepts and prototypes created by children at his Tinkering school.
As we reflect on our marvelous technology of the present, it is easy to forget that humans have been making amazing computers and machines for centuries. Automatons a marvelously detailed designs predominantly from the 18th and 19th centuries. These Clockwork marvels go past concept design and do what seems imposible. In the word’s of the…
Today we conclude the ‘stern look’ series. This series has looked at the detailed designs of ship sterns of years gone by, with the final including some modern flying dutchman concepts from the Pirates of the Carabean Movies. \
Mike Matas walks us through the new book from Push Pop Press, Al Gore’s ‘Our Choice’. The book is helping shape the paradigm of digital reading and interaction. This detailed book design comes as ebooks are becoming utelised in education aswell as everyday life.
This series hopes to lighten your heart with some lovable robots. These anthropomophized bits and pieces manage to pull on the heart strings with thier cute faces abd gestures. While they may not be functioning robots, these detailed designs are wonderful works of art.
Matt Cutts trys the ‘next 30 days’ philosophy and finds his life quality improves along with his sense of self. This concept for a dynamic life is inspiring.
As we reflect on our marvelous technology of the present, it is easy to forget that humans have been making amazing computers and machines for centuries. Automatons a marvelously detailed designs predominantly from the 18th and 19th centuries. These Clockwork marvels go past concept design and do what seems imposible. In the word’s of the…
Ian Ritchie shares a cautionary tale that demonstartes the power of giving new ideas and concepts a chance. After declining to help prototype the world wide web in the late 80′s Ian tells how he saw it grow through the early 90′s.
Now this is just awesome. Taking a cue from how maple leaves manage to drift for long distances using an unusual shape to spiral themselves through the air, DARPA is designing a drone that uses that same spinning motion to fly, including an ability to do vertical take-offs. The trick to the maple seed is…
As we reflect on our marvelous technology of the present, it is easy to forget that humans have been making amazing computers and machines for centuries. Automatons a marvelously detailed designs predominantly from the 18th and 19th centuries. These Clockwork marvels go past concept design and do what seems imposible. In the word’s of the…
These videos from TED display and disscuss some promising future concepts for 3D printing technology and processess. Lisa Harouni Hopes to see 3D Printing come outside of the world of prototyping. Then Klaus demonstartes his working prototype of his detailed design, a micro printer.
Scientists from the NanoTech Institute at the University of Texas at Dallas are coming up with a way to use carbon nanotubes as the material for muscles modeled after natural structures like an elephant’s trunk or an octopus’s tentacle. The resulting prototypes are as strong as steel but super light. These strong nanotubes may one…
This prototype from Opel is a responce to the potential of electric vehicles. The Mini 2 seater allows for enjoyable driving and ease of congestion. The video is a great insight into automotive design processes and documentation.
“Passing Cloud” by architect Tiago Barros is a design concept for a giant cloud-shaped balloon aircraft made up of a bundle of spherical balloons. The aircraft would harness prevailing winds to leisurely transport passengers on random journeys around the United States. Tiagro States; “This project envisions a distinct approach towards moving around the United States…
Samsung have recently unvieled their new ‘Smart Window’ alla minority report. The window is in a prototype stage for demonstration at CES 2012. Check out the video for more.
Steven McGhee is a digital artist. After training as an animator and deciding it wasnt for him, Steven found himself turning towards digital art. Steven has nailed the concept of epic apocalyptic scenarios. see more at http://stevemcghee.com
The Italian artist Giuliano Mauri was known for creating “natural architecture” by blending organic materials, such as branches, into large-scale outdoor works of environmental art that were, because of the nature of the pieces he worked with, temporary. Building on his love of wood and nature, Mauri developed the concept of forming outdoor living cathedrals…
A quick look at some of the more intresting entrys to the Red Dot awards. Including an Interactive Police Shield concept that shows expression when hit… Creepy
Geckos have long been a source of inspiration for those interested in biomimicry, primarily because of their seemingly sticky feet. Gecko feet are marvels of evolution, able to keep traction even on glass. That’s why researchers at Simon Fraiser University were all gaga over geckos when trying to figure out how to make a tank-like…
Drayson Racing and Lola just unveiled their brand new electric racecar at the 6th MIA International Low Carbon Racing Conference. The Lola-Drayson B12/69EV was created through a collaboration between the two companies and packs 850-horsepower (640 kW) from an electric charge. The mean machine can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a phenomenal 3 seconds, from 0 to…
Now is the final instalment of the Ekranoplan Image Series. Here are some stealthy and mad genious concepts for air craft carriers amongst other things.
Here is part two of the Ekranoplan saga. These crazy beasts seem like Research and Development dream renders, however many of them were infact built. Now without further hesitation, Ekranoplan Two…
We can tend to build up photographs in our research that we feel don’t realy work with a post, however we still want to share them. So here are a few good photos.
It is undeniable that these retro rendering are irresistably nostalgic, While not as photorealistic as the modern rendering techniques this style is brilliant and becoming a lost art.
The Jo-Mojo is by Estonian company Dartz Kombat, known for designing the Prombon (A bullet proof hummer on steroids). This new eV is Dartz Kombat’s attempt to “go green”. The bullet proof convertible (better make sure you duck) seems somewhat lost in its attemp to be green but I guess compared to the Prombon anything…
