Bacteria could build and power microscopic "wind farms"

[SCIENCE] [Bacteria could build and power microscopic "wind farms"] Researchers at Oxford University claim computer simulations have demonstrated it is possible that microscopic wind farms could be built and powered by bacteria to provide a steady, albeit small, source of power.[Read more] [MOTORCYCLES] [Road test: 2016 Triumph Tiger Sport is refined, versatile and very quick] A host of major engine and electronics updates make the new Tiger Sport a vastly different beast from its predecessor. Comfy, quick, smooth and refined, the new big cat makes effortless work of commuting, touring or hard twisties riding.[Read more] [SCIENCE] [New record for storing digital data in DNA] A team made up of researchers from Microsoft and the University of Washington has broken a new record for DNA data storage, managing to store and retrieve 200 MB of data on strands of DNA.[Read more] [BICYCLES] [Spokeless Cyclotron lights the way for futuristic riders] Modern bikes are lighter and more efficient than ever before, but their basic design is rooted in the past. Cyclotron is trying to change that with a hubless carbon creation, complete with lighting fit for a sci-fi film.[Read more] [AIRCRAFT] [Solar Impulse 2 takes off for Egypt] Solar Impulse 2 has begun the penultimate leg of its round-the-world flight. Today at 9:22 pm PDT (4:22 GMT), the single-seater, solar-powered aircraft took off in the predawn darkness from Seville, Spain on course for Cairo, Egypt, with pilot André Borschberg at the controls​. [Read more] [ROBOTICS] [DARPA-developed next-generation bionic arm hits the market] The LUKE arm, which was previously known as the Deka Arm, was developed under DARPA's Revolutionizing Prosthetics program by DEKA Research & Development Corp. It received marketing approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2014 and is now set to hit the market later this year.[Read more] [HEALTH & WELLBEING] [Sprang Chair is on the ball for active sitting] Sitting for long periods of time is known to be bad for your health. The Sprang Chair encourages active sitting while also providing lumbar support, thereby being a legitimate alternative to ergonomic office chairs and exercise balls.[Read more] [MOTORCYCLES] [BMW Motorrad refreshes GS family for 2017] BMW has revealed the updates to its current lineup, spearheaded by the new F 700/800 GS and the return of the special R 1200 GS Adventure Triple Black. The announcement also disclosed the pricing of the long-awaited R nineT Scrambler that will start rolling off the production line in September.[Read more] [MOBILE TECHNOLOGY] [Moto G4 and G4 Plus early impressions: Mid-ranged phones that feel (almost) high-end] We'll likely have our full review of the Moto G4 and G4 Plus​ on their US launch date next week, but our first impressions of these phones are extremely positive. Considering they start at US$200 and $250 full retail (respectively), these phones are nothing short of incredible values.[Read more] [AUTOMOTIVE] [Review: 2016 Lexus GX 460 blends Land Cruiser capability with Lexus luxury] The luxury sport utility market is small, and the exclusive club of offroad-ready vehicles in it consists of only a handful of models. Of those, Lexus offers three strong contenders, including the well-established GX 460. After a week in this SUV, we learned the good and the bad.[Read more] [MARINE] [Modular jet drive helps you or your watercraft power through the water] An add-on electric drive like the ElectraFin is a great way to take some of the "paddle" out of paddle sports. The all-new Bixpy Jet is the latest, and it packs serious versatility. It'll power your kayak, your canoe, your stand-up paddleboard ... and even you. ​[Read more] [URBAN TRANSPORT] [Olive robotic suitcase brings new meaning to carry on luggage] Ikap Robotics' Olive may look like an ordinary piece of airline luggage, but it's actually a robot that can remind you to catch your flight, follow you along the concourse, charge your phone, and even carry you like a stand-up electric scooter.​[Read more] [MOBILE TECHNOLOGY] [OnePlus 3 vs. OnePlus 2] If you're a OnePlus 2 owner who's been wondering whether the new model is worth the upgrade, perhaps we can lend a hand. Join us as we compare the features and specs of new and old budget flagships: OnePlus 3​ vs. 2.[Read more] [BIOLOGY] [Brain disease leads to new understanding of bacterial behavior] A new study from Griffith University in Queensland, Australia discovered how the bacteria that causes melioidosis makes its way to the brain. The finding could explain how other infectious bacteria make their way to the brain and spinal cord.​[Read more] [ROBOTICS] [Mudskipper robot gives us a lesson in locomotion] By building a robotic version of the mudskipper fish, scientists have learned that its tail plays a crucial role while it's crawling on the land – the finding could have implications for the design of walking robots.​[Read more] [BIOLOGY] [Microscopic hairs act like conveyor belts in the brain] Not only do cilia clear out unwelcome particles from our airways and help us reproduce, it turns out that the tiny hairs also have a vital function in the brain, where a new study shows they act like conveyor belts moving around molecular freight contained in cerebral fluid.[Read more] [HEALTH & WELLBEING] [Sensor detects whether meals are really gluten-free] For those that suffer from conditions such as celiac disease, even small traces of gluten can cause big health problems. A new device is aiming to make life a little easier, providing a quick and easy method for testing that meals really are 100 percent gluten free in just a few minutes.[Read more] [ARCHITECTURE] [Leafy light installation changes with the seasons] For an outfit whose innovations include "light recipes" for indoor farming, indoor LED navigation and LED-embedded carpets, you'd expect Philips Lighting to have some pretty swish lights at its offices. And you'd be right. Its HQ has a new 1,500-leaf canopy that serves up different light scenarios.[Read more] [SPACE] [Hubble images neutron star at the heart of the Crab Nebula] The Hubble Space Telescope has captured an image of the super-dense neutron star at the heart of the famous Crab Nebula, which resulted from one of the earliest supernovae to be recorded by human beings. Its striking form has made it a popular target for amateur and professional astronomers alike.[Read more] [SPACE] [Could the Big Bang have been more of a Big Bounce?] ​How the universe began is one of the most brain-breaking questions you could possibly ask. But what if the Big Bang was preceded by an earlier universe collapsing in on itself? A new study details how this might be possible.[Read more] [MUSIC] [Huge music box puts tune creation in the hands of the public] ​If your idea of a music box is a tiny tabletop tinkler that plays chirpy tunes, think again. Niklas Roy's monstrous Music Construction Machine makes use of real instruments to play constantly changing tunes when the huge hand crank is turned.[Read more] [AUTOMOTIVE] [Charging for charging: UK EV drivers to lose free power privileges] UK electric vehicle drivers are set to lose their free access to charging points provided by Ecotricity. The green energy supplier, which says its Electric Highway car charging network is the most comprehensive in Europe, has announced that 20-minute rapid charging will now cost £5 (US$6.50).[Read more] [GOOD THINKING] [Fungarium and Astro Mini Farm triumph in Star Trek replicator challenge] The next generation of trekkies is off to an inspiring start with winners recently named in the Future Engineers 3D Printing Star Trek Replicator Challenge. The budding student scientists were invited to engineer the future of food production for long space flights and manned missions on Mars.[Read more] [SPORTS] [360-degree replays coming to MLB All-Star games] TV and online coverage is fast evolving to help homebound fans feel like they’re at a game. The latest example comes from Major League Baseball, which will be offering 360-degree replays from All-Star Week, letting them relive the big plays from almost any angle. [Read more] [BICYCLES] [It's official – e-bikes are still a lot healthier than no bikes] Proponents of e-bikes point out that they may open bicycle-commuting up to people who would otherwise never bother with it, thus providing them with more exercise. A new study confirms that in such cases, use of an e-bike does indeed boost the user's fitness level.[Read more] [SPECIAL PROMOTION FOR GIZMAG READERS] [Intro to Unity 3D Game Development Bundle] Ever wanted to create mobile games? Well, Unity 3D has made it easier than ever, and with this course bundle you'll learn how to optimize this powerful game engine to create amazing, interactive games for iOS and Android.[Read more] You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at www.gizmag.com. [Update profile] | [Unsubscribe] Copyright Gizmag © 2016