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Mobility and Transport

Bicycle works without a chain

A new bicycle design uses a shaft drive instead of a chain

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Eco and Sustainability

Paint company simplifies color-choosing with personal recommendations

Consumers are sent stick-on paint swatches tailored to their preferences

Mobility and Transport

First ever graphene-skinned aircraft revealed

The 3.5m-wide aircraft was unveiled at Farnborough Air Show 2018.

Gaming

Blockchain startup raises funds for digital collectible cards platform

A startup has produced a card game that enables users to find and play games using digital collectibles on the blockchain.

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Drink

App controlled robotic bar lets users craft their own recipes

A fully automated app controlled robotic bar allows users to design their own drinks and watch the creative process.

Eco and Sustainability

Sustainable shoe soles are made from plant-based material

Shoe company creates soles made from a sustainable plant-based material and encourages other companies to do the same.

Design, Fashion and Beauty

Furniture rental enters the sharing economy

A new company allows people to rent designer furnishings and art

Drink

Robot arm serves customers coffee

Chinese café chain features robotic arms instead of baristas

Life Hacks

Geofence system keeps track of your belongings

A new system could help people to never leave vital items at home

Tech Explained

Tech Explained: Virtual Reality

What elements go into creating a realistic VR experience? Find out more in this 2-minute read.

Health & Wellbeing

Virtual reality therapy helps overcome acrophobia

VR therapy programme aims to reduce the fear of heights with computer-generated virtual coach.

Drink

Connected drinks glass allows bar ordering with a swipe

A new connected drink glass collects data and allows customers to order drinks without going up to the bar

Property Management

'For Sale' sign gets a digital makeover

A real estate start-up has developed a connected 'For Sale' sign that attracts the attention of passersby.

Property and Construction

Dutch architecture firm designs a new style of funeral home

The new design puts a modern twist on the long-held, traditional concept of funerals.