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Amusingly enough, artist Argentinian C�sar S�ez is in the midst of developing a Geostationary Banana that will float over the state of Texas for approximately one month — and it’s all in the name of art. S�ez’s website justifies the banana thusly: “a banana in the sky is an odd celebration to spectacle, to the advertisement industries; and to the ...

Thanks to a group of smart, entrepreneurial minded kids from Carl Hayden High School in Phoenix and their work for the National Underwater Robotics Challenge, you can now build your own underwater robot for $250. The ROV-in-a-Box Project Kit features just about everything you need to put together your own working robot: frame, motors, underwater light, camera, 50-foot tether, operator ...

Scientists in Spain have announced that their work on the EU funded SENSOPAC project has resulted in the world’s first artificial robot cerebellum. The scientists plan on incorporating the mechanical brain into a robot designed by the German Aerospace Centre in two years followed by a complete cognitive system within the next four years. The scientists hope that by giving ...

, For those of you who don’t know, “waterless” or composting toilets turn waste into fertilizer by breaking down organic matter. It is an eco-friendly solution that helps to protect the environment, conserve our natural resources, and reduce the stress on our sanitation systems. However, being eco-friendly does not necessarily mean that you have to compromise your tacky taste in ...

Now here’s a guy who takes safety seriously. Whether the danger comes from falling debris or a prostitute with the clap, he’s got it covered. � Sean Fallon Link [via]

Whether you are a concerned parent keeping an eye on an infant or a jealous boyfriend spying on your slutty girlfriend, This Wireless Puppy Camera can handle the job, delivering both audio and video to a remote handset. The way I see it, cute and cuddly has a great chance of slipping under the radar. It’s the perfect spying solution ...

Admit it, you are totally falling in love with this little USB Hub Man from Kikkerland. The five USB ports and the tiny power indicator LED heart are simply irresistible. Unfortunately, only one of his “limbs” is packing USB 2.0 speeds. I’m sure the ladies can relate — you bring a guy home because he looks good, but he falls ...

We all know you like playing with yourself and with DrumPants you finally can…in public! Tyler “odbol” Freeman, like most young adults, likes to drum his pants. The only difference is that he dared to dream about what it would be like if pounding on his pants actually produced drum sounds. Now, with the help of his handy instruction guide, ...

Here is a DIY project that is just as fun to make as it is to use. These Vodka Lamps are actually very simple to make, so you should be able to get the job done even if you are three sheets to the wind. However, some cutting with an X-Acto knife is required, so if your hand-eye coordination isn’t ...

If you live in a town that has water restrictions during the summer, or you just like the idea of being eco-friendly, you will be glad that you have this Butt Butt rainwater collection container to help keep your plants looking great. Features include: three different skin tones, a flat front, which will allow you to place it against a ...