Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Sunday, January 27, 2013

OLED

Flexible TV screens are around the corner. The tech stands for Organic light emitting diodes.

They are brighter and they don't need a back light. They are a lot smaller and thinner than current tv screens.

These are screen that can be bend, and they can probably be attached to all sets of devices. I think this came up on the research to make Minority Report. It is not that far out anymore.

To avoid copyright issues:
http://www.myketech.com/what-are-oled-tvs-oled-technology-explained/

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

3D printing

From all the promises of 3D printing, it is living up to its promises. From GE manufacturing engine parts in giant 3D printers to designers bypassing the paper publishing altogether making them inhabit a future world still away from us.

On the personal level, 3D printing still sounds like a sophisticated coffee maker. If you don't drink coffee, you don't need it.

However new possibilities arise with new technologies. Researchers are investigating how to use 3D printing with materials found on the Moon or on Mars. This makes space travel sound like the greatest holiday invitation: just bring yourself. They can make their tools when they get there. They could literally print the cargo they need when they need it saving on weight.

Now, the same can easily be applied to consumer in a variety of ways. Print your camping gear when you need it. Going skiing? Just bring yourself. Print your skis once you get to the mountain from the model stored in your phone.