Thanks to a steady rise in vinyl sales of late, turntables are returning to the living room hi-fi setup. But if you're a maker looking for something a bit different, Frame Theory 3D has just launched a 3D-printable turntable kit on Kickstarter.
One-offs, customs, and other rarities for different-drummer types
1. A 1930s flying boat that launched mid air from another flying boat on transatlantic flights https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYtazEBQ1K8 More about The Short Mayo composite by the Short Brothers found on Wikipedia. 2. Since 1970, he has created Dwelling places
Was it Big Wheels, go-karts, pedal cars, Power Wheels, soap box racing, or something else?
"Cholitas Skaters" focuses on a group of Indigenous Bolivian women who wear traditional clothes while practicing extreme sports.
Rolls-Royce's all-electric plane made its first flight in Britain. While it is an impressive accomplishment, the biggest climate-related aviation challenge is long-distance commercial travel.
Curious on the backstory of a 1949 Plymouth that doesn't really have a rear, or curious about a fiberglass movie car that features part of the canopy from the George Barris-built Batmobile? Our readers clue us in!
There has been somewhat of a roller skate revival in recent years with people of all ages strapping skates to their feet in fleeting moments of freedom and fun. For some, rolling on eight wheels is nostalgic, bringing back the good ol’ days of the roller rinks which were popular in the ‘70s and ‘80s...
Is Orange's Pyramid System the Eighth Wonder of the World?
Dubai Crown Prince posts video showing first-ever 100% autonomous human flight with a vertical takeoff. Real-life Iron Man? Sheikh Hamdan unveils new Dubai Jetman stunt. ahmed al shehhi, Dubai, Expo 2020, human flight, Jetman, Jetman Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan, vince reffet, yves rossy. News.
At first glance the Mantour X from FlowDot looks like many other compact folding e-kickscooters. But when folded, it stays upright on its front wheel as you roll it smoothly along.
German motion plastics specialist igus and Dutch bicycle startup MTRL have partnered to create a bike made from recycled plastic trash, including the frame, forks, wheels and gears. The igus:bike is due to ride out toward the end of the year.
Have you ever wanted to hit the open road and travel the country in style? Shortly after the production of the Ford model T started in 1908, within 2 years came the first motorized campers. In the 1930’s people started to upgrade their RV’s to make their travels much more comfortable. Buying or building a […]
Eat your heart out, James Bond. A 23-year-old design student in the UK has demonstrated the world’s fastest jet pack — a 3D-printed model that can exceed speeds of 50 mph and climb to an alti…
Hyperstealth Biotechnology reveals a paper-thin material that makes objects appear invisible.
Who needs to climb trees when you can just ride to the top of them? A farmer in Bantwal, India, used his background in science to create the ultimate tree-climbing tool. The device, made from a mot…
With prints and sizes to fit any earthling, this collection of NASA Tees by RAD is the perfect one-stop-shop for armchair astronauts. Grab a few for yourself and nab a couple for gifts for a look that is out of this world.
The steel cable lets adventurers zoom between two mountain towns at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour.
A Dutch safety organization says they are more dangerous, particularly for older riders.
The Opening Featured Famous Faces And Two Decades Of Amazing Machinery
Approximately 300 restored automobiles, racing machines, motorcycles, concept models, and miscellaneous power products are on display at the American Honda Collection Hall in Torrance, California, which, after many years of collecting and much anticipation and preparation, is now opened to the publi...
It's not a muscle car, but there is a reason the museum bought it
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There are a few modes of transport you can always count on – cars, bikes, buses, trains – that sort of thing. But looking to disrupt these mainstays is a regular assortment of more imaginative options. Here are the wackiest of the 2019 crop.
The Petersen Automotive Museum announced its latest exhibit titled "Best in Low: Lowrider Icons of the Street and Show,” the largest lowrider exhibition in the museum’s history that will showcase some of the world’s most recognizable custom creations. The custom car extravaganza is set to open to th...
Inducted Year: 2008 The stick may be the world’s oldest toy. Animals play with sticks, and we use them to play fetch with our dogs. Children find sticks an endless source of make-believe fun. Sticks can turn into swords, magic wands, majorette batons, fishing poles, and light sabers. When children pretend with sticks, they cultivate their creativity and develop their imaginations. They explore as they search outdoors for just the right one. Children build with sticks, bat balls with them, and [...]
After first appearing on our radar in late 2017, the Manta5 XE-1 Hydrofoiler has now entered production. The company has a range of water hydrofoil bikes planned, including racing versions, electric-only motorcycles for the water, and a surfing model.
George's, Ringo's, and Paul's Minis will all appear at London Classic Car Show
A major development in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) driving the advent of more accessible and controllable consumer computers.
Although the electric VTOL market is beginning to reach adolescence, there are still plenty of designs coming in from way out of left field, hoping to disrupt the market with all sorts of interesting approaches. Here are 10 of our favorites.
