Primal micro-camper chases 4x4s as a tightly packed survival pod

A compact tagalong designed to explode into a fully equipped hunting camp, the new Built For Xtreme (BFX) is a fundamental building block of outdoor preparedness. Continue Reading Category: Outdoors, Lifestyle Tags: Trailer, trailers, Camping, Off-road, RV, Off-grid, Hunting, Out … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 days ago

Clever coating for medical devices stops clots by imitating a blood vessel

When a patient's blood flows through catheters, stents or other medical devices, there's always a risk that harmful clots may form. An experimental new bio-inspired coating could keep that from happening, without the use of blood-thinning drugs. Continue Reading Category: Medical … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 days ago

Solar scooter uses the power of sunlight for an 18-mile boost in range

While many EVs use solar panels to extend their range, those panels often don't look like they'd make much of a difference. Such is certainly not the case with the Lightfoot scooter, however, the sides of which are covered with panels that reportedly provide up to 18 miles of ext … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 days ago

Watch: Wheeled robodog goes all-terrain in breathtaking style

China's DEEP Robotics is about to add a new quadruped to its kennel called the Lynx. But rather than go for walkies on pads, the mid-sized pup rolls on four wheels and is built for all-terrain shenanigans – as you can see in the pre-launch promo. Continue Reading Category: Roboti … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 days ago

Smooth-riding commuter ebike sports mid-mount internal gearbox

South Korean startup Kosmos has made its Indiegogo debut with a tech-packed ebike named the Nova7. The PAS commuter features a mid-mount internal gearbox, rear-hub motor with responsive torque sensing, and a low-maintenance belt drive. Continue Reading Category: Bicycles, Transpo … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 days ago

Breakthrough genomic test identifies virtually any infection in one go

Researchers at University of California San Francisco (UCSF) have developed a single genomic test that can quickly detect virtually any kind of pathogen in a patient. This allows for much quicker diagnoses, enables targeted treatment to begin sooner, and could lower healthcare co … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 days ago

Startup Exosonic goes from supersonic boom to bust

Another example of how the bleeding edge aerospace sector is going through a massive shakeup has surfaced as civilian supersonic startup Exosonic has announced that it is going out of business after being unable to raise needed funding. Continue Reading Category: Aircraft, Transp … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

New painkiller precisely targets sites of chronic pain

Researchers have developed a non-addictive painkiller that remains inactive until it reaches sites of chronic pain. Instead of dulling the nerves that send the pain signals like other analgesics, this new pain pill directly addresses the underlying cause. Its makers are currently … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

Water-spraying tower is a mobile forest-fire-fighting sprinkler system

When a raging forest fire is approaching a community, a good rainfall greatly reduces the chances of the flames actually reaching the buildings. But if rain isn't in the forecast … well, that's where the RainStream tower is designed to come in. Continue Reading Category: Good Thi … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

A big hole in this Zero electric motorcycle makes it go faster

UK-based R&D shop White Motorcycle Concepts (WMC) punched a gaping hole in a Zero SR/S electric motorcycle to reduce aerodynamic drag by 10%. The prototype now goes faster, and can deliver extended range at highway speeds – proving this method can serve as an effective way to inc … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

Groundbreaking: 'Sleepy weed' shown to significantly improve sleep

For the first time, there's scientific evidence that a smaller, lesser known component of the cannabis plant – cannabinol – delivers better quality and longer sleep. It paves the way for finally having an effective sleep aid sourced from medical cannabis that's comparable to exis … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

Work on Saudi's Line megacity accelerates, new details revealed

As work continues on Saudi Arabia's futuristic mirrored megacity, the Line, new details have now been revealed. Government authorities have given an update on the progress so far and named the architects in charge of making this desert dream a reality. Continue Reading Category: … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

Robot learns to perform surgical tasks expertly just by watching videos

It takes years of intense study and a steady hand for humans to perform surgery, but robots might have an easier time picking it up with today's AI technology. Continue Reading Category: Robotics, Technology Tags: Artificial Intelligence, Surgery, Surgical robot | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

Harley-Davidson's pastel maxi-scooters promise unprecedented power

Harley-Davidson's all-electric LiveWire division is collaborating with Taiwanese scooter giant KYMCO on high-performance electric maxi-scooters. Anticipated to hit the market in 2026, these scooters will make use of LiveWire’s S2 Arrow powertrain. Continue Reading Category: Motor … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

170-mile cargo ebike aims to make hauling affordable

Phoenix-based ebike maker Lectric reckons that last year's XPedition model went on to become the best-selling cargo ebike in the US. Now the company has launched its second generation – sporting "premium features typically found in $3,000+ models" but at a fraction of that kind o … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 12 days ago

$35 lens turns any smartphone into a powerful microscope

Six years on from the first iMicro smartphone microscope, the team has unveiled its latest: the iMicro Q3p, a fingertip-sized, lightweight device that makes microscopy inexpensive, portable and accessible to anyone with a camera on their phone. What's more, this new model feature … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 13 days ago

Smart patch buzzes, twists and presses the skin to deliver a sense of touch

Scientists have devised a clever new method of allowing people to feel sensations that are transmitted to their skin. Beyond its applications in fields such as gaming and telepresence, the technology could also be used to guide the blind. Continue Reading Category: Wearables, Con … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 13 days ago

Cold-plunge tub chills water – and users – without ice or refrigerants

Although hot tubs may get all the glory, cold-plunge tubs are the ones that really help reduce muscle inflammation and soreness after exercise. The Snowcap tub makes that process more doable than ever, by chilling water without using any ice or refrigerants. Continue Reading Cate … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 13 days ago

Traditional shepherd's hut receives a modern tiny house twist

The S'Mouse City Model offers a modern tiny house take on the traditional shepherd's hut. Featuring a very compact but comfortable interior layout, the towable dwelling also comes with optional off-the-grid upgrades. Continue Reading Category: Tiny Houses, Lifestyle Tags: Tiny Fo … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 13 days ago

Honda readies its first electric motorcycle for the masses

Honda’s presence in the electric two-wheeler space has long been limited to one-off scooters and bikes. But all that is set to change with the Japanese maker unveiling a performance electric motorcycle called the EV Fun Concept at this year’s EICMA motorcycle trade show. Continue … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 13 days ago

The fascinating brain talk that triggers a wet dog to 'shake it off'

Ever been caught in the crossfire of a wet dog firing droplets of water away from their fur with a mad shake? Well, they can't help it. Scientists have discovered the underlying mechanism that drives dogs – and many other hairy mammals – to vigorously shake water out of their fur … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 13 days ago

Stroboscopic photos capture magic of motion in a single frame

We're kicking off this week with a treat for your peepers. Unlike their usual settings, Harvard University staff photographer Niles Singer pointed a camera and a strobe flash at some of the school's athletes and performers as they ran, jumped, and danced in the dark. Continue Rea … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

China prepares to join the big leagues with liter-class V4 engine

CFMoto's engineers have had their hands full. Its booth at EICMA had quite a few new releases on display, but the star of the show was a brand new, state-of-the-art 1,000cc V4 and a 'Master of Speed' superbike concept signalling the company's WSBK intentions. Continue Reading Cat … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Light, ultra-packable traction spikes save your hide on icy terrain

Traction device specialist Kahtoola is preparing to launch its most portable Microspike wearable to date, one so light it calls it the Ghost. The new design builds on the company's popular lineup but replaces stiff chains with a collapsible TPU frame that disappears away in your … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Weight-loss pill passes important safety trial

In good news for those averse to injections, GLP-1 agonist medication is a step closer to being offered in oral pill form, with AstraZeneca revealing "encouraging data" out of its Phase I study of its obesity and diabetes drug AZD5004. Continue Reading Category: Obesity, Illnesse … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Leaf-inspired graphene surfaces repel frost formation for a week

Ice wreaks havoc on surfaces, but we might have a new way to prevent it building up. Scientists at Northwestern University have shown that textured surfaces with thin layers of graphene oxide can stay completely frost-free for long periods. Continue Reading Category: Materials, S … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Alzheimer’s drug trial raises concerns for accelerating cognitive decline

While growing evidence suggests that there’s a link between blood iron levels and the development of Alzheimer’s disease, new research investigating the effects of an available iron-reducing drug has raised concerns about its use as a treatment for the condition. Continue Reading … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

4G-connected anti-theft system protects this cargo ebike when parked

California's Aventon hauled itself into the utility bike world last year with the Abound cargo ebike. Now the company has added a short-tail version, which comes with an all-new smart system for peace-of-mind security as well as enhanced connectivity. Continue Reading Category: B … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Space-based solar power to be beamed to Iceland by 2030

UK startup Space Solar has signed an agreement with Reykjavik Energy that could see Iceland become the first country to receive power beamed from a space-based solar power plant. The 30-MW demonstrator is scheduled to go online by 2030. Continue Reading Category: Energy, Technolo … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

'Brain stars' store our memories like a microscopic filing cabinet

Fascinating new findings into how clusters of 'brain stars' retain memories has changed what we know about how they're held in our minds. Continue Reading Category: Biology, Science Tags: Baylor College of Medicine, Neuroscience, Brain, Memory, Alzheimer's disease, PTSD, Neural N … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Groundbreaking laser tech enables faster, safer landmine detection

Researchers at the University of Mississippi have come up with a faster, more efficient method for detecting landmines – millions of which pose a lethal threat to people in war-ravaged countries all over the world. This breakthrough, which uses lasers and acoustic vibration, has … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 14 days ago

Bacterial ‘sat nav’ tracks where you’ve been with surprising accuracy

We naturally pick up microorganisms as we move about the world. Now, researchers have developed an AI tool that accurately links you to a particular location using a sample of the bugs you’ve collected on your travels – like a bacterial satellite navigation system. Continue Readi … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Review: Thermal Master NV300 thermal dashcam for your car

The guys over at Thermal Master sent us its new NV300 thermal imaging unit for your car to give it a thorough test and a review. Here are my thoughts: A thermal imaging dash cam is pretty darn tootin' cool ... The NV300 just misses the mark though. Continue Reading Category: Auto … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

5 things to know before buying a $3 million Batmobile replica

To celebrate the 85th anniversary of the Batman franchise, Warner Bros. is making 10 drivable replicas of the Caped Crusader's iconic Tumbler armored vehicle available for a cool US$3 million apiece. Continue Reading Category: Automotive, Transport Tags: batman, Batmobile, Memora … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Sharp aims for "superior brightness" with latest X Series 4K projector

Sharp Imaging has added a new family member to its pro-level X Series projectors. The dual-laser XP-X171Q should provide, ahem, sharp 4K visuals even in brightly lit rooms. Continue Reading Category: Technology Tags: Projectors, 4K UHD, Laser, Sharp, bRight | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Plus-size tiny house provides rustic cottage living on wheels

Alabama's Timbercraft Tiny Homes has carved out a niche in the small living movement with its luxurious cottage-like models, such as the Teton. The Big Sky follows a similar rustic aesthetic and features a spacious interior that sleeps up to four people. Continue Reading Category … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Omega-3 and omega-6 supplements reduce risk of 19 types of cancer

New research has linked higher plasma levels of the healthy fats omega-3 and omega-6 to a reduced risk of developing particular types of cancer. The study adds to the on-again/off-again relationship that exists between scientists and the common supplements. Continue Reading Categ … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Autonomous, self-sorting cargo highways outlined for Japan

Back in July, the Japanese government outlined an intriguing idea to connect major cities with what sounded like a giant "conveyor belt" for cargo. Now we have a clearer picture of what that “Auto Flow Road” will look like. Continue Reading Category: Transport Tags: Cargo, Japan, … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Natilus takes on Airbus and Boeing with blended-wing airliner

Aerospace startup Natilus is taking on the biggest players in civil aviation, unveiling its plans to build its Horizon Blended Wing Body (BWB) passenger/cargo liner that can carry 200 passengers from New York to London with 50% lower emissions. Continue Reading Category: Aircraft … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

RNA therapy an effective alternative to lifelong, painful eye injections

An RNA-editing gene therapy has been developed that switches off the key driver of common eye conditions affecting diabetics and the elderly. The researchers behind the innovative treatment say that it’s an alternative to the current treatment: regular injections of medication di … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 15 days ago

Social media use found to have little to no impact on mental health

Using social media platforms for long periods has little to no association with mental health indicators like depression, anxiety and stress, according to new research. However, another recently published study found that men risk developing unhealthy obsessions with physique if … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

Bikerguard put a windshield wiper on your motorbike helmet visor

Riding a motorcycle is already risky enough without adding obscured vision to the equation. That's where the Bikerguard is designed to come in. It's a visor wiper that can be attached to just about any motorcycle helmet to swipe away the rain. Continue Reading Category: Motorcycl … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

Beer science: This popular glass keeps your brew coldest, says physics

How do you keep a glass of beer cold the longest? By using science, of course. At least that's what one researcher has turned to, finding the optimal shape of vessel that will keep a poured beer chilled for as long as possible while you drink it. Continue Reading Category: Scienc … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

Stand-up barbecue takes to the trail in its own backpack

Although we've seen a number of packable camp kitchens recently, most of them are large enough that they have to be transported in a vehicle. The iKSPLOR Adventure BBQ is different, in that it fits into its own custom backpack. Continue Reading Category: Outdoors, Lifestyle Tags: … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

World's first successful aerospike rocket flight test

In a feat that can only be described as legendary, and after many months and a catastrophic setback, Polaris Spaceplanes has finally accomplished something that's never been done before: lit the fuse of an aerospike rocket in flight. Continue Reading Category: Aircraft, Transport … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

Game-changing Exocet missile gets range and capability upgrades

At this year's Euronaval show outside of Paris, MBDA is showing off the latest version of its venerable Exocet anti-ship missile. The new submarine-launched SM40 boasts greatly increased range and targeting capabilities. Continue Reading Category: Military, Technology Tags: Missi … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

Speech-captioning glasses show deaf wearers what other people are saying

Noisy environments pose a challenge to deaf people, particularly when they're trying to discern what a specific person within such a setting is saying. AirCaps glasses are designed to help, by providing real-time captioning to the wearer. Continue Reading Category: Wearables, Con … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago

VW's most dialed California camper van yet launches at tempting price

Sure, maybe it's blasphemy to say that any new Volkswagen California camper van is better than the icons that came before it. But Volkswagen has worked quite hard to optimize the freshly launched California eHybrid 4Motion for smart, affordable, carefree road trips. Not only does … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 days ago