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Laser-powered drones fly longer via wireless OTA charging

by Maryna Holovnova

Drones are becoming lighter, faster, and can reach places people can’t, but battery life remains a major limitation. Researchers in China have developed a technology that allows a flying drone to be charged from the ground using a laser beam.

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Knives and MultitoolsGearOutdoors

Tiny multitool disc spins between functions

by C.C. Weiss

We wouldn't call the all-new Invento Geo multitool "revolutionary" in the sense of changing the market forever, but it does blend physical revolution into the multitool formula. The result is what could prove a quicker of switching between tools.

Urban TransportTransport

27-mph e-moped ends your parking woes with a folding wheel

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

E-mobility brand Augment's new vehicle is designed for folks who don't want to bother with parking their ride outside. The 360 can fold up and easily roll into an elevator, your apartment, or your office – making city commutes a whole lot easier.

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Consumer TechTechnology

Pocket gimbal camera goes from hand to hover in seconds

by Monica J. White

Compact camera drones are great for creating action-packed content, but they can't do double duty as a pocket gimbal cam as well. Until now. The HoverAir Versa combines a pocket-sized three-axis gimbal camera with snap-on caged drone wings.

MotorcyclesTransport

$4,700 twist-and-go adventure bike may lure scooter riders off pavement

by Utkarsh Sood

If you’re a scooter rider who’s looking to move up the ladder into proper, purpose-built motorcycles, the step up can seem pretty darn big and pretty darn intimidating. UK bikemaker AJS seems to be targeting exactly that segment with the Leten LT190.

MusicConsumer TechTechnology

Watch: 3D-printable 'robot' performs guitar masterpieces in your living room

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

The MegCell Pulse is a 3D-printable robotic system that can fit on any acoustic guitar and play music you feed it in a digital tablature format. With this, you can hear compositions rendered right in front of you, no speakers necessary.

MotorcyclesTransport

V-twin cruiser with automatic transmission slides under $6,000

by Utkarsh Sood

If you're in the market for a V-twin cruiser with AMT, you’d barely get any options. The closest mainstream offering is Honda's Rebel 1100 DCT, which starts at around US$10,400 – but even that doesn't come with a V-twin. Enter the Rieju Coaster 407.

Space SystemsEngineering

Space Force invests millions in advanced threat detection 'flatellites'

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

The US Space Force is investing billions of dollars in next-gen tech to expand its threat detection capabilities. One of its programs will see flat-pack satellites being deployed to low earth orbit to track airborne threats.

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AutomotiveTransport

Special Vehicles Division electrifies your classic car or motorcycle

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

Toronto, Canada-based Beachman makes highly desirable vintage-style electric café racers that we've covered on here before. It's now expanding its shop to convert classic cars and motorcycles into full-fledged electric vehicles.

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Pocket gimbal camera goes from hand to hover in seconds

$4,700 twist-and-go adventure bike may lure scooter riders off pavement

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V-twin cruiser with automatic transmission slides under $6,000

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