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Voltra Electric Motorcycle by Dan Anderson

TheFuture — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:42:00 +0000

Voltra electric motorcycle is the result of a broad research of the history of motorcycling, technology as well as culture and society, the manufacturing, as well as materials. Voltra’s main target goal will be to give an alternative tech which was appealed as necessary to the success, and greener fuel to its fashion conscious as well as conservative target market. This is electricity operated that conveys by a product semantic through visual sense on exhilaration and excitement not recently addressed to the market; however, it is very crucial on motorcycle appeals to the riders.

Designer : Dan Anderson

Viu : 3 Wheel Electric Concept Car for 2 Persons

TheFuture — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:18:02 +0000

Viu is a futuristic concept car that has been designed with a living feel and has given the sensation about not only its aesthetic like a motorbike, but comprehensive safety of a 4 wheeled car. This lighter and smaller vehicle comprises more aerodynamics to make it more efficient and environmentally friendly with its 2 electric engines that never emit anything bad at all. The sporty and technologic outlook enables wheels, suspension or rear suspension to be seen in action from the driving position inside. Moreover, cameras with the floating rear view mirrors, air side intakes, aggressive LED front lights and carbon fiber elements have given the car an innovative and dynamic image.

The interior of VIU was designed aiming the needs of the future users by serving as a living means of transportation. The design of the dashboard stimulates the eye with two lateral LED lights that indicates an efficient driving meter and a tachometer. The 1+1 sitting arrangement of the car offers the exciting movement of a motorcycle together with the safety of a closed car. As the road turns, the car cabin inclinates with the turn and the back seat rotates following the turn to offer maximum driving excitement to the driver.

Up the drivers seat, there is a fan to blow on the drivers back and shoulders to motivate him and to provide an excitingly fresh environment during the hot season when moisture accumulate on the seat, another air fan is there to dissipate the moisture. The steering wheel is actually a drumming pad, which can jam in the speakers when the user drums on the wheel spontaneously. This extremely cost-effective vehicle will cost five cents only with Eneloop batteries for one month, eight hours a day use.

Designer : Quim Vila-Masana Mas

P.S.i Summer Blow Up by BSC Architecture

TheFuture — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 06:08:01 +0000

This new architectural concept has been designed by BSC Architecture, a New York based studio. The concept was a finalist at the MoMA/P.S.1 Young architecture program competition. It addresses the issue of today’s time of renewed excitement about precision, efficiency and utilizing the summer resources thereby reducing the wastage applicable at the end of summer. The best part is that it can be set up anywhere and the basic shape is that of the cloud which can be the best source of shade on a sunny day. Air is used as the structural medium for inflating and suspending transparent volumes of lightweight fabric over the concrete and gravel courtyard. So get ready to have fun in the sun!

Designer : BSC Architecture

Yacht with V-Hull Design Submarine by James Hur

TheFuture — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:01:33 +0000

The unique features and elegant appearance of this cabin crew adds a whole new dimension to yachting. This long and slim profile yacht is specifically designed for high speed and to enjoy under sea explorations. There is a swiveling camera with infrared vision in order to expose the most astonishing views of the mysterious underworld life. This yacht sits in 100 feet platform having the capacity to accommodate up to 4 guests and 4 crew members. The V-hull design submarine is targeted towards daredevils who desire excitement of extreme expeditions as well as benefits of exclusive lavishness. The entire body is made up of layered LCDs for providing different color ambience and opacity.

Designer : James Hur

London Velopark in 2012 for Olympic

TheFuture — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 06:05:13 +0000

Good news for all cyclists. VeloPark is going to be a cycling hub in London. The latest design of VeloPark has been released by London Based Hopkins Architects. This park is located in north of the Olympic Park and it comprises of a Velodrome with 6000 seats. Velodrome will be hosting the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic indoor track cycling events. A road cycle circuit and a mountain bike course will also be included in VeloPark that will combine cycling facilities in one cycling hub. VeloPark will be linked with all the cycling routes of London and will be providing whole capital with new world class cycling facilities.

Text from Hopkins Architects :
The VeloPark project team are delighted to unveil the design for the VeloPark at this very exciting time for British cycling following our team’s outstanding success in Beijing. We hope the venue and facilities we are creating will generate even more excitement in 2012 and then continue to be an inspiration for future generations of cyclists.

The vision for the VeloPark has always been to create a place where both beginners and elite athletes will be equally at home. Over the last year our work has involved reviewing the design with Chris Hoy and Team GB experts as well as regularly meeting with the local cycling groups who will be using the facilities after the Games.

The form of the Velodrome has been designed to express the drama and elegance of the track geometry and the project team hopes it will become one of the defining images of the Olympic Park not to mention a place where World Records will be broken. After 2012 it will continue to attract international competition and when all the outdoor circuits are complete the VeloPark will become an exciting hub for all forms of cycling in London.

Designer : Hopkins Architects

Future Apple Wearable Video Screens ?

TheFuture — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 07:00:42 +0000

Apple is coming up something amazing that can change your look and style. One of the tech researchers has done a research on Apple future design book and found that Apple will be soon developing wearable video screens. As per researchers, Apple along with Sony is investigating to design screen that can be worn inside glasses. The remarkable success of Apple with previous products has once again created an excitement among tech lovers. This product will provide features in full see-through mode and video viewing. This next generation personal sunglasses with navigation and video facility will surely revolutionize gadget world, I guess that’s what Apple does.

Audi Auto Union Type-D Concept Car by Lukas Vanek

TheFuture — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 09:30:25 +0000

Check out this amazing race car, a creation of Lukas Vanek who is a young designer from the Czech Republic. This concept of 2008 Auto Union Type-D is influenced by a design which is nearly 70 years old and is designed from two different materials i.e. carbon fibre and metal skin. The structural support is provided by carbon fibre and the authentic look is given by the metal skin. The car is powered by the 6.5 litre twelve-cylinder engine producing 478 KW horsepower. This nonstop concept can offer you the top speed of 186 mph. Once you sit in this car, you will get the modern feel and excitement. So, get ready to zoom in this large wheeled race car.

Designer : Lukas Vanek

Futuristic Cybertecture Egg, Architecture with High-Tech Solutions

TheFuture — Fri, 30 May 2008 11:13:21 +0000

Hi-tech building from James Law Cybertecture International brings you excitement and great imagination of what will futuristic building will look like. Cybertecture Egg is the latest design of this firm, the egg-shaped high-tech building will be the iconic architecture, environmental design, intelligent systems, and an awe-inspiring landmark in the city.

Cybertecture integrates technology, multimedia, intelligent systems and user interactivity to create customizable living and working spaces that focus on experience. The Cybertecture Egg takes this principle working theme a step further with ‘cybertecture health’ – interactive features that monitor occupant’s vital health statistics, like blood pressure and weight. In keeping with the focus on health and wellness, users can customize their views with real time virtual scenery.

The oblong office building incorporates passive solar design to decrease heat gain and lower energy loads. An elevated garden also moderates temperate by using natural vegetation to assist with cooling the building envelope. The Cybertecture Egg will use solar photovoltaic panels and rooftop wind turbines to generate onsite electricity. Water conservation will be managed with a greywater recycling system that will harvest water for irrigation and landscaping.

It is also said that we can see this futuristic “Cybertecture Egg” building by the end of 2010. So, let’s wait and see…

Designer : James Law Cybertecture via Inhabitat

Single Person Vehicle CERVA MC08 with Unique Shape

TheFuture — Tue, 06 May 2008 02:05:11 +0000

CERVA MC08 is an oval shaped transport vehicle, probably, one of the most unique thing that Michal Erva has invented. He is 26 years old and it is unbelievable that at such a small age he can do such wonders. May be his hobbies have given him such innovative ideas.

So, are you ready to take in all the fun with this cute-looking vehicle that can be used as a car, motor cycle, jet plane, yacht or submarine? Get ready to experience excitement and thrill of CERVA MC08 as you will be rolling and tumbling through the sky. It can be combined with variety of extensions like three wheel axles can be fixed to use it on road. If you are an ultimate thrill seeker and you wish to have an experience that you never forget, then this transportation is designed for you. It can carry load of one or two people at a time.

Its middle wheel slips forward if you need stableness in case of speed and in slow speed the stableness is established by gyroscopes hidden in the axle. It is the first and foremost vehicle with such as adventure.

Designer : Michal Cerva, Jiri Bicik, Jana Kunstova, Marketa Schindlerova, and Jan Zof

Libelula Rocket Powered Helicopter

TheFuture — Mon, 05 May 2008 05:56:30 +0000

Remember the game DAVE you played in your childhood, and you always wanted to fly like Dave using the jet pack. Or let me put it this way: you always wanted to fly like a bird in the air without the use of a jet or a plane. If it is so then, here is the solution for you, the rocket powered helicopter. The rocket powered helicopter is a brilliant and a fantastic way to show your bravery.

The structure of the model goes like this: it has two hydrogen fuel cans which will be fitted to your back, a glass helmet to cover your face, a steel rod coming from the cans and reaching your hand with blades present on top of them. A rocket present at the tips of the blades enables the helicopter to work without the use of tail rotor. We are very excited about the product and waiting for its launching day. This is going to be very exciting to give a competition to the birds by the means of science and technology. This product is a bag packed of excitement, thrill, suspense and fun.

Source : Tecnologia Aeroespacial Mexicana via Gizmodo via Dvice