Can You Soar With DIY Pneumatic Booster Shoes?
Tiktok star Tyler Csatari and engineer Ian Charnas build high-tech jump-boosting shoes to see how high they can get. The post Can You Soar With DIY Pneumatic Booster Shoes? appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Hyundai"s MobED is a nifty four-wheel robot for carrying small cargo
With three motors and independent steering in each of its four 12-inch pneumatic wheels, Hyundai’s MobED offers omnidirectional movement and in-place rotation for navigation in challenging environments. The large, narrow tires are mounted to an ind.....»»
Nike buys virtual sneaker maker to sell digital shoes in the metaverse
Nike said on Monday it had bought virtual sneaker company RTFKT for an undisclosed sum, as the sportswear giant looks to quickly expand its footprint in the fast-growing "metaverse.".....»»
COVID Booster Cuts Death Rate by 90%, Israeli Study Finds
An Israeli study tracked more than 843,000 people who received two doses of the Pfizer vaccine — and then explored whether the results improved for the 758,000 who then also got a booster shot. The results? HealthDay reports: Boosted folks ar.....»»
Pfizer, BioNTech Say Third Dose Neutralizes Omicron Variant
Pfizer and BioNTech said initial lab studies show a third dose of their Covid-19 vaccine neutralizes the omicron variant, results that will accelerate booster shot drives around the world. From a report: A booster with the current version of the vacc.....»»
How a Cream Cheese Shortage Is Affecting NYC Bagel Shops
Supply chain issues have plagued the United States for months, causing scarcities of everything from cars to running shoes. In Alaska, residents are struggling to acquire winter coats. Now, New York's bagel purveyors are starting to feel the effects.....»»
Booster Doses are Powerful, May Fight Omicron, Researchers Find
Last week researchers at Northwestern University calculated that one week after a Covid-19 booster shot, median antibody levels were 23 times higher than before the shot. This Thursday the Times of London reported that another study found similar r.....»»
Future Fashion: Building A Self-Lacing Corset
I’ve always been intrigued by self-lacing shoes. I first saw them in Back to the Future Part II and I was blown away when Nike developed their own. But I wondered… could I put a self-lacing mechanism into a corset? In this video, I walk.....»»
Future Fashion: Building A Self Lacing Corset
I’ve always been intrigued by self lacing shoes. I first saw them in Back to the Future and I was blown away when Nike developed their own. But I wondered… could I put a self lacing mechanism into a corset? In this video, I walk you thro.....»»
Rocket Lab’s next booster is stubby, reusable, and has a Bond-movie fairing
"The lightweight structures are absolutely critical for all of this." Rendering of the Neutron rocket on the launch pad. Rocket Lab chief.....»»
Moderna plans omicron booster for March as Biden unveils winter COVID plan
The plan includes insurance coverage for at-home tests and tighter travel protocols. Enlarge / US President Joe Biden at the White House on December 01, 2021, in Washington, DC. (credit: Getty | Anna Moneymaker) President Joe.....»»
Booster Shots Create a 23X Increase in Protective Antibody Levels, Study Suggests
The Los Angeles Times summarizes the results of a new medical study conducted by Northwestern University researchers on antibody levels protecting against Covid-19 in 974 people. "Those who were immunized against COVID-19 with two doses of an mRNA va.....»»
Birds of prey wear 3D-printed shoes to treat foot disease
Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology now has a new addition to its list of useful applications—producing protective shoes for birds. In a first for Asia, Jurong Bird Park's avian veterinary team and the Keio-NUS CUTE Center at the National Un.....»»
Adults nationwide eligible for boosters this weekend as CDC gives sign-off
CDC advisers voted unanimously to expand booster eligibility. Enlarge / The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters stands in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, March 14, 2020. (credit: Getty | Bloomberg) The.....»»
FDA authorizes Pfizer and Moderna COVID boosters for all adults
Booster doses could be available to all adults by this weekend. Enlarge / 19 November 2021, Hamburg: A tray of prepared syringes for booster vaccinations with Moderna's vaccine. (credit: Getty | Picture alliance) The Food and.....»»
Boosters for all is critical, not a luxury, Fauci says as FDA decision nears
Boosters will help get us to our new normal of endemic COVID-19, Fauci says. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Chip Somodevilla) The Food and Drug Administration is expected to authorize booster doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 v.....»»
Destination charges soar in background of record-high sticker prices
The surge in vehicles' nonnegotiable shipping fees has come as consumers pay record-high transaction prices, yet few tend to notice......»»
Maya Rudolph"s Apple TV+ comedy adds Oliver Martinez
The still as-yet untitled Maya Rudolph comedy for Apple TV+ continues to expand its star cast, now adding French actor and "Before Night Falls" star Oliver Martinez.Maya Rudolph. Credit: AppleFollowing the addition of both Joel Kim Booster and MJ Rod.....»»
Could Electric Cars Save the Coal Industry?
North Dakota has just 266 electric cars, the fewest of any state in America, reports the Washington Post. But the state's biggest booster for electric cars may be: the coal industry: The thinking is straightforward: More electric cars would mean mor.....»»
Are supply chain disruptions here to stay?
It's common knowledge that holiday shopping is going to be challenging this year due to the broken supply chain. Many favorite items—like game consoles, toys, clothing and shoes—will be in short supply. And if you're lucky enough to find the hott.....»»
Take a walk in style with these boots
Shoes are how we navigate the world, from the boardroom to the boardwalk. Boots add a degree of flair to any outfit, show off your personality, and can be an excellent addition to any wardrobe. Whether you need a practical everyday boot, something to.....»»