Google co-founder Sergey Brin wants to go to space and has made a $5 million down payment to book a seat on a future orbital space flight to the International Space Station planned in the next few years with Space Adventures. More…
Window or Aisle Seat?
June 12th, 2008 — News
Renewable Fuels in the Works?
June 11th, 2008 — Technology
It was announced today that Solazyme has produced the first 100% algae-based renewable diesel to meet the strict American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). Called Soladiesel(RD)™, it is the world’s first 100% algal diesel blend to meet these standards.
Calls for End to CO2 Addiction
June 5th, 2008 — Science
The United Nations urged the world on World Environment Day (June 5) to kick the habit of producing carbon dioxide, saying everyone must act to fight climate change.
Antigravity Suit
May 2nd, 2008 — Entertainment
Antigravity suits may be a thing if the future. While it would be cool to have the Iron Man suit (see suit assembly video below) there just might be something to the idea of real antigravity suits, not unlike George Jetson. Exoskeleton antigravity suits have been talked about for decades and could very well become a reality, but nothing seems to top this one.
Food for Fuel - Sounds Delicious
April 19th, 2008 — Observations, Science
The demand for Corn-Derived Fuel is driving up food prices, with an average increase of only 2.5 percent betweent 2001 - 2006. But according to the Department of Labor, food prices for the first three months of the year rose at a rate that translates to an annual increase of 5.3 percent.
While a few believe biofuels could contribute to starvation for some by driving up food costs, my own thought is we’ll still be dealing with emissions. It’s just a different fuel source. This is still using the same technology and if we’re going to deal with one problem (fuel costs) we should also consider this the opportunity to address another issue - global warming.
