Not all of us were born nearly super-human swimming prodigies that subsequently trained to the peak of human ability. Nor do we possess Atlantean heritage. So what are our options? Why, technology of course… last refuge of the lazy but clever.
The NEW BladeFish “5000 Turbo” Sea Scooter is the top of the line dive propulsion vehicle for scuba divers, snorkelers and swimmers. The 4 speed BladeFish “5000 Turbo” features a fourth Turbo gear for a 20% power boost on demand for speeds in access of 4mph. At a total weight of only 10.5 pounds, the BladeFish “5000 Turbo” underwater …
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July 30, 2012
Officially, it is a gorgeously designed ocean vessel / skyscraper powered by renewable energy for a sustainable human presence in the world’s imperiled seas. Unofficially, it is my future super villain base from which I will repel the world’s so-called heroes with batteries of lasers and ion disrupters while launching my plans for world peace/domination.
The brainchild of French architect Jacques Rougerie, The SeaOrbiter would also be the world’s first vertical ship standing at an impressive 170 feet (51m) tall. However in order to make the vessel as stable as possible, two-thirds of its structure would remain underwater, giving the craft buoyancy, as well a …
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June 19, 2012
Always longed to film underwater video documentaries and research, but terrified of all the stuff down there just waiting to eat hapless humans? AquaBotix is for you. Video after the cut.
Affordable and fun, this remote controlled underwater vehicle can record live video and capture photos in HD, streaming them to your iPad and allowing you to share with family and friends.…
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June 14, 2012
I know, poor form with the climate change humor, but it still doesn’t undercut the futuristic cool that is your own solar-powered floating island home. Video after the cut.
Solar energy technologies such as photovoltaic panels could provide a third of the world’s energy by 2060 if politicians commit to limiting global warming. In 2011, the International Energy Agency has said that solar energy can make considerable contributions to solving the most urgent problem the world now faces, the greenhouse effect.…
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June 1, 2012
I was tempted to title with “What is Waterworld required LEED certification?”.
Inspired by Noah who saved all of the plants and animals from a global flood, Aleksandar Joksimovic and Jelena Nikolic envisioned a modern and sustainable ark capable of supporting all life in the event of a natural disaster. Their innovative water world would support life on terraced fields, grow food, collect rainwater, generate its own power and is engineered to withstand all forms of water-based disasters. Noah’s Ark is part of the 2012 eVolo Skyscraper Competition and received an honorable mention for its many unique features.…
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March 5, 2012
