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Zap, They're Dead! New Water Filter Electrocutes Bacteria

The simple and inexpensive design makes it perfect for the developing world.

Zap, They're Dead! New Water Filter Electrocutes Bacteria

Posted by  David Teeghman  Sat Sep 4, 2010 10:07 AM ET   |   0

The simple and inexpensive design makes it perfect for the developing world. Read more

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School of Underwater Turbines Swim to Fast Currents

Posted by  Alyssa Danigelis  Fri Sep 3, 2010 09:03 AM ET   |   0

An autonomous turbine swarm in the works could tap the power potential in the Gulf's underwater currents. But should we even go there? Read more

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World's Largest Tidal Turbine Submerged

Posted Thu Sep 2, 2010 11:02 AM ET   |   0

A huge twin turbine is ready to tap into the tides off Scotland and generate renewable energy. Read more

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Snoop Dogg Fights Cybercrime, Fo Shizzle

Posted by  Tracy Staedter  Wed Sep 1, 2010 01:37 PM ET   |   0

A rap music contest shows that Snoop has no time for cybercrime. Read more

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Shape-Shifting Plane to Aid Maritime Rescues

Posted by  David Teeghman  Wed Sep 1, 2010 12:17 PM ET   |   0

The new unmanned aircraft could cut the cost of maritime search-and-rescue missions and reduce risks to human lives. Read more

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Harvest Produce at the Grocery Store

Posted by  Alyssa Danigelis  Wed Sep 1, 2010 09:29 AM ET   |   0

Hydroponic, aeroponic and aquaponic farming are used to bring bountiful harvests to the urban environment. Read more

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Hemp Tech Sneaks Over the Border

Posted by  Alyssa Danigelis  Tue Aug 31, 2010 11:22 AM ET   |   0

Forget about burlap-like shirts: Hemp tech is now greening electric vehicles and even building construction. Read more

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Super Capacitor Could Power Phone, Laptop for Days

Posted by  Eric Bland  Tue Aug 31, 2010 11:05 AM ET   |   0

If optimized, this new technology could fully charge consumer electronic devices almost instantaneously. Read more

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Mars Probe Tech Keeps Windows Dust-Free

Posted by  Irene Klotz  Tue Aug 31, 2010 07:00 AM ET   |   0

If applied to solar panels, this technology could transform deserts into massive power plants. Read more

Solar Power

New Titanic Wreck Photos Surface: Big Pics

Posted Mon Aug 30, 2010 05:30 PM ET   |   0

A high-tech expedition to the site of the Titanic wreck has yielded the first photos of the sunken oceanliner since 2004. Read more

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Computer Casings Made from Cashews

Posted Mon Aug 30, 2010 01:43 PM ET   |   0

A unique plastic made from cashew nut shells could be used in consumer electronics by 2013. Read more

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Resort Attracts Men With Virtual Girlfriends

Posted Mon Aug 30, 2010 12:55 PM ET   |   0

Would you want to spend a romantic weekend with the virtual love of your digital life? Read more

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3-D Movies Are Coming to Your TV

Posted by  David Teeghman  Mon Aug 30, 2010 10:10 AM ET   |   0

A new standard for 3-D movie compression reduces data but retains high-resolution quality. Read more

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New Colorado Ikea Taps Earth for Climate Control

Posted by  Alyssa Danigelis  Sat Aug 28, 2010 08:27 AM ET   |   0

Besides inexpensive Swedish furniture, the new Ikea store opening next year in Colorado will have geothermal heating and cooling. Read more

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Sticky Robot Climbs Up Glass

Posted by  Tracy Staedter  Fri Aug 27, 2010 02:00 PM ET   |   0

Mimicking a gecko's super sticky toes is no easy feat, but these scientists are pretty close. Read more

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