The new land mowing machine named Droplet is an electric mulching lawnmower. It is designed to address the issue of smaller lawn and storage spaces which is getting common in Australian homes. The device incorporates a unique mechanism alongside an unconventional wheel design, which results in new interpretation to what normally is a dull machine. The device is electric, and thus it increases user independence and hence eliminates the user to have technical knowledge and the device needs regular maintenance. The task of handling grass clippings is avoided as the device uses mulching technology and it also promotes betterment of lawn health.
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Toyota Winglet is a prototype of future personal transportation, Toyota motors has come up with their version of walking assistant. Named as Winglet, it’s a personal transport assistant and is ridden in standing position. It has an electric motor, two wheels and an internal sensor for monitoring the user position. The unique parallel link mechanism allows the users to go forward, backward, and it turns by a simple shift of body weight, thus it comes handy even in crowded places. It ensures stability by making power adjustments and sure is one good walking assistant and suits the purpose for moving around safely and freely. Innovation in personal transportation is good, but this kind of transport will make our generation less walk and fatter.
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Helios is a grill with the energy-efficiency of a solar oven. It stores upright to keep a small footprint and easily cantilevers open and locks in place, when you are ready to cook. In order to maximize safety, Helios is designed so that the reflective solar dish is pointed away from you while cooking. If the time of day or weather is not appropriate for solar grilling, it features a retractable plug, stored in the base, as an alternative energy source. Helios utilizes a reflective parabolic dish to focus sunlight onto a solar receptor, transforming it into usable energy. The energy travels from the parabolic dish to the grilling platform and heats a coil in order to cook food. Green and Healthy with Helios grill.
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The motto today is to live well and stay healthy. Many of the gadgets that are being designed are also based on the same theme. Architect Antonio Citterio along with his assistant Toan Nguyen has designed what they call Kinesis Personal, which is fitness cum wellness system which assists the user to rediscover strength, flexibility, endurance and balance. The workout provided by the device gives the right balance to the mind and body thereby enriching the overall experience. In other words the device does make a lifestyle statement as the device is one hell of a looker!
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Innovations in means of transport surely are leading to better and new designs. On these lines comes The Pendulum; the device is a sensation of freedom, energy and spirituality. This device is meant for young people, who are pursuing a healthier way of life while not compromising on style. It is a flexible mode of transportation which is designed for both sports and fun for relaxation. Thus Pendulum is a simple device but has got significant functions, which provides an opportunity for a greener way of life thereby increasing the positive experience of the user.
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