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Virtual Reality Contact Lenses Offer 3D Panorama

Posted Fri Feb 3, 2012 11:01 AM ET | 0

The eyewear connect to mobile devices and deliver panoramic, augmented-reality experiences. Read more

Incredible, Sci-Fi Railgun Takes Step Toward Reality

Posted Tue Jan 31, 2012 12:22 PM ET | 0

A gun that uses a magnet to fire a projectile at Mach 7 is on track to become battle ready. Read more

A theoretical dream for decades, the U.S. Navy just pushed the futuristic railgun one step closer to reality.

Last Man on Moon, Space Leaders Back Romney

Posted Sat Jan 28, 2012 01:13 PM ET | 0

The space men say Romney's approach to space policy will produce results. Read more

mitt romney backed by astronauts, other space leaders

Project Bifrost: Rockets of the Future?

Posted Fri Jan 20, 2012 05:57 PM ET | 0

Guest contributor Tabitha Smith introduces Project Bifrost, the potential foundation for interstellar space exploration. Read more

Ultra-Thin Wires Could Revolutionize Computers

Posted Fri Jan 6, 2012 12:14 PM ET | 0

Atom-sized wires could lead to extremely small electronics and quantum computers. Read more

Mexican Grand Warlock Predicts Obama Loss

Posted Wed Jan 4, 2012 11:46 AM ET | 0

The Grand Warlock, who is the leader of sorcery in Mexico, is predicting in his New Year's forecast that Obama will fail to win reelection. Read more

E-Voting Gets Closer in 2012

Posted by Eric Niiler Tue Jan 3, 2012 09:21 AM ET | 0

Despite advances, security fears keep most U.S. voters marking paper ballots. Read more

Samoa Leaps Into 2012 With Dateline Switch

Posted Fri Dec 30, 2011 01:16 PM ET | 0

The tiny island nation leaps forward in time to be more competitive. Read more

Human Gets Immersed In Remote Robot's Actions

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Wed Dec 28, 2011 07:00 AM ET | 0

These kinds of robots could represent us in faraway places, letting us interact with friends, family and coworkers as if we were there. Read more

Black Friday Parking Pain: A Solution

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Thu Nov 24, 2011 03:56 PM ET | 0

An automatic parking system could keep cars off the streets and recharge EVs at the same time. Read more

Terminator-Style Contact Lens Closer to Reality

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Mon Nov 21, 2011 07:00 PM ET | 0

A computerized lens could offer personal streaming as well as a sneaky way to capture information. Read more

Thanksgiving 2050: Feast or Famine?

Posted by Tim Wall Mon Nov 21, 2011 04:59 PM ET | 0

Depending on how the world uses available crops, there are two possible futures. Read more

Mobile, Inflatable System Blocks Outside Noise

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Wed Nov 2, 2011 07:05 AM ET | 0

A noise protection system made of fabric helps block sound from construction sites and outdoor events. Read more

Tech Splits Smart Phones in Two

Posted by Alyssa Danigelis Wed Oct 26, 2011 03:20 PM ET | 0

New technology enables smart devices to have both personal and secure business uses. Read more

Jet Packs Rule, Say Deep-Sea Astronauts

Posted Wed Oct 26, 2011 02:32 PM ET | 0

Sixty-five feet below the Atlantic, astronauts are simulating maneuvers around an asteroid. Read more

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