Israeli Scientists Develop “Star Trek” VISOR that Enables the Blind to See

In Star Trek: The Next Generation, the Enterprise's Chief Engineer Geordi La Forge was blind but was able to see with the aid of a VISOR (Visual Instrument

AfterShokz Bone-Conducting Earphones Pump Music Directly Through Your Skull

Never seem to be able to get the music loud enough? AfterShokz may have a solution for you - earphones that send sound waves directly to your inner ear. Because these earphones use

Engineer David Forbes Creates a LED Television You Can Wear as a Shirt

Have you ever imagined that one day you'd be able to watch TV shows on your t-shirt? Engineer David Forbes didn't see any reason why not. In 2009 he created his first prototype for a wearable LED

Spy-Approved Accessories for Subversive Gardeners and Stealth Planting

Are you itching to turn a neglected lot in your neighborhood into a lush garden, but it's technically frowned upon by the town? Since we can't see the harm of adding some green, check out Vanessa

Scientists Develop Nontoxic Flame-Resistant Fabric From Renewable Ingredients

Scientists from Texas A&M University have developed a new nontoxic fire-resistant fabric that could revolutionize clothing and fabric technology. The fabric is composed of renewable ingredients like

Under Armour’s Biometric Compression Shirt Tracks and Broadcasts Athletic Performance (Video)

Think sports fans need a few more stats to stress over while pick their fantasy teams? How about lung capacity or peak heart rate? Under Armour and Zephyr Technology have teamed up to create

“Intelligent” T-Shirt Monitors Hospital Patients’ Vital Signs and Movements

Hospital stays aren't fun no matter what, but the constant poking and prodding can be some of the worst offenders. Researchers from la Universidad Carlos III de Madrid have developed an “intelligent

Flexible Samsung Galaxy Skin Smartphone Folds to Fit in Your Pocket

Taking cues from Gumby and Pokey, You's ultra slim cell phone can be bent and flexed to serve as a wide range of different gadgets. Fold the ends inward, and the device can sit on your dashboard and serve

A Raincoat that Keeps You Dry and Purifies Water to Quench Thirst on the Go

With Hurricane Irene not far behind us and Tropical Storm Lee looming, we realize how important hydration in a downpour can be. Designed by Hyeona Yang and Joshua Noble from the Copenhagen Institute of

Natural Disaster Couture: Halston’s Glow-in-the-Dark Sequin Gown

Worried about looking totally drab in the aftermath of Irene's fury? Although we recommend staying in until things have settled down, in the event of a blackout, perhaps you could adorn yourself in

Scientists Develop Bulletproof Skin Using Goat Milk Spider Silk

We know this sounds insane, but Dutch researchers working with the Forensic Genomics Consortium in the Netherlands claim to have just created bulletproof skin from goat milk. The researchers report that

Wearable “Sliver” Solar Panels to Revolutionize Combat for Australian Soldiers

You think your backpack is loaded down with gadgets and stuff to get through the day? Your burden is nothing compared to a soldier who carries approximately 100-150 pounds of tactical gear and gadgets

Microsoft’s “Printing Dress” Displays Tweets as Public Art

Ever wished the whole world followed you on Twitter? With the “printing dress” they don’t have to because you can display your tweets across the skirt of this piece of high-tech

Wacky-Looking “Brain Cap” Transfers Thoughts Into Motion

Yes, this looks like a poster for a new Sci-Fi flick, but it’s actually a hat that transfers thoughts into motion! Designed by José ‘Pepe’ L. Contreras-Vidal, an associate professor of