3D Printers Rise in Prominence in Space Travel

Just a few years ago there was an excitement from the technology developed by a few young people. They thought why cant we use the technology of a regular printer to use material other than ink to actually build 3 dimensional objects. This opened a whole new search for a large gamut of material choices to use in these machines. Recently a new set of rosins were discovered that while in liquid state seemingly similar to the what you may see in the Hollywood movie terminator. This helps the 3D printer build things so much faster than the more primitive 3D models here on earth. Read: Washington Post - Mind Blowing 3D Printing material

NASA scientists find this printer technology just developed in a few short years so vitally important to the future of space travel. As they expand deeper into space with human space travel, space is so critical. Taking a whole supply of parts or tools is not a option, but an ability to build what you absolutely need is essential. Recently the space station has been testing today's 3D printers in low gravity. NASA - Building in Zero Gravity on Space Station As expected the  problem to overcome is that liquid surface tension changes to low gravity. So the search for materials with with surface tension characteristics more adaptive to space is on. Could the 3D printer require gravity simulation devices? Present technology has small hurdles to overcome. Will the solution come from verging two or more existing technologies, or will we discover a new use for an existing technology? Will sharing these concerns with others on the internet to a world of different backgrounds and experiences, accelerate the solution is yet to be seen. Using the vast array of potential tools combined with the world of computerized machines, still relies on human curiosity and the drive to innovate. 

Preparing for Space Station 3D printing

Visibility Innovation In Paint Catches On

Many back yard hot rod enthusiasts have been experimenting with using glow paints in their artistic designs on their favorite automobiles for years. This is the first time a major car manufacturer has made this innovative assembly line commitment. In the automotive world visibility enhances class and design, however it is huge in accident prevention. Seeing the other car helps the drivers avoid collisions. Car manufacturers have been redesigning lights and incorporating reflective materials to their designs to achieve more visibility. Why not use the entire body area to help achieve the desired safety and aesthetic accomplishments. Nissan is doing this with the glowing paint option on their Leaf model. It is more than fad, it is a good idea. Imagine the devices that need this. All bicycles, objects along highways and much more will change our views of the night and save lives in the future.

How does it work? The ultraviolet-energized paint created especially for Nissan. It is unique thanks to its secret formula that consists only of organic compounds, including a rare natural earth product called Strontium Aluminate, a solid, odorless, chemically and biologically inert substance. Nissan said it is the first automaker to apply such a paint to a vehicle. If made commercially available, Nissan said the paint had a life expectancy of 25 years.
Learn more by clicking on these links:
Car And Driver
Tech Tell - OK,OK Its Cool
Awesome paint

Smart Hydrogels Save Lives In War Times

Wounds require moisture levels of different levels to enhance cellular healing, depending on the type of wounds a person may have. Hydrogels are not new to the medical field. There is written evidence of the use of hydrogels used as far back as 1894. Hydrogels are made from many different materials. Evidence shows that honey can be used in some cases to act as a natural hydrogel. Click on: Honey as a healing hydrogel. It  has shown in medical studies that it contains antimicrobial agents with the ability to promote wound healing.

These hydrogels are used in the bandages, wound dressings, or applied directly to the wound areas depending on the type of wounds or burns. Over the years many companies have used different ointments that have been applied to human or animal wounds to accelerate healing. Read on the use of hydrogels: All you need to know about hydrogels.

Taking hydrogels to a new level. Smart hydrogels is a new term used for taking the hydrogels and mixing in the new nano tech and genetic advancements to enhance healing to even a new level. Basically its using the honey idea, a hydrogel with healing advantages for cellular construction and healing. In particular, recent advances in the so-called smart hydrogels have made it possible to design highly sophisticated formulations, self-regulated drug delivery systems. Read about the evolution of hydrogels: Hydrogel avancements

Carried by special forces, hydrogel is a must to save a life, but I've been told when applied, "it burns like hell."

Smart hydrogels are being engineered into a nano scaffold material with the ability to contain genetically engineered material to super charge cellar healing. Along with time release pain and other medications it can be made inject-able. These advancements are welcomed in the war zones. They have also been attributed to our ability to save many lives in war. Excitement is building in these great advancements. The FDA has recently approved a version which the military medics call liquid bandages. These advancements will cut back on civilian wound healing times. Cut down on medical costs and employee down time.
Click on this link to see hydrogels used: Actually Using Hydrogels To Heal

Copenhagen Wheel Verging Smart Power with Smart Phones to Get Smart Fun

MIT worked to create hybrid technology that works well with bicycles.

Many cities in the USA are working to make cities more bike and walker friendly. Imagine using the power made by traveling down hill to help you glide up the next hill. The technology is here.

Simply replace the rear wheel on your bike with this wheel and biking goes from chore to explore. Fire up your smart phone and communicate with the wheel to respond the way you want it to. You can have one of these clever inventions through the company's website. Click here to find more information: www.superpedestrian.com

Verging Ideas Works in Sports, "Foot Golf"

Finding ways to increase profitability by improving efficiencies of resource utilization is a common target of most businesses. Golf courses have expenses in land and maintenance. By utilizing the golf course for more than one sport is a great thing for diverse interests and the bottom line. The American FootGolf League introduced the sport of FootGolf in North America in 2011. The brand new sport has grown to 36 states. Footgolf combines Soccer and Golf. Using the same golf course, yet not the golf greens, the sport gives soccer enthusiasts another way to enjoy their sport in another dimension.

Find out more about the game at: FOOTGOLF League Information

Unlike Frisbee golf that requires a different course to play on and different equipment, Footgolf can be played on the same course with golf. Customers don't have to invest on much more than a soccer ball and their cleats. 
"Going golfing?" Don't forget the Soccer Ball!!

2014 World Cup Shows Exoskeletons Are Getting Better!

The world Cup 2014 Highlights Exoskeleton advancements on opening kick off.

The Actual KICK OFF 2014

On an earlier blog I reported on the ideas for the exoskeletons to help the Military by giving an able body person extra strength for carrying super cargo. I suggested that in a Spy-Kids movie they used a similar idea for wheel chair bound persons. By putting a plastic suit on similar to the new Iron man movies, they can walk again. I think it is amazing how fast technology is moving with ideas. I have submitted earlier 2012 web postings.

Walking again is important to longer life.

  There is research in the UK showing great promise: 2012 report of progress of Exoskeleton

2012 Video explains the progress that can change the world for many.

Rhino Motors Works With Government To Support Invention

The original RYNO is changing for production.

A one wheeled electric bike is making noise in the world of Portland Oregon transportation. The invention that looks like something from a Star Wars Movie, is making local elected officials look at how they can aid the electric device become an even more effective mode of transportation for their constitutes. They know this is the future.

The Ryno Bike has a commendable but limited battery time. But by using it with public transportation it extends the length of travel. By adding racks to the Portland Oregons MAX transportation vehicles it extends the length of travel time but helps eliminate road and infrastructure congestion.

Order a RYNO for your transportation: RYNO MOTORS
Check out the Science Friday show highlighting RYNO Motors invention: Click here for SF Coverage.