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Maglev Public Transport System by Chris Hanley

admin — Sat, 01 May 2010 13:41:40 +0000

The pace the urban population and thus the number of vehicles are increasing on city roads, we will have to look for some alternative public transport system to keep up the pace of city life all across the world. Intended towards congested cities that we can foresee in next 10-15 years, the Maglev by British designer Chris Hanley is a public transport system that embarks a brand new way of traveling with new flair of roller coaster like experience, and that too with the safety of an average bus. (more…)

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Atreides Yacht Ensures Maximum Safety for Occasional Deep Sea Swimmers

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:50:20 +0000

The Atreides yacht concept has been designed aiming to enhance the swimming enjoyment of the boarders, making a safe place from various sea creatures. The stylish design of this yacht is supported with various luxury features that passengers will enjoy with pleasure. The front part of the yacht resembles to a super racing car, while the back part contains the fun spot for the passengers. A small pool along with many available place for sunbathing and the most attractive part of the yacht a retractable pool followed by a beautiful set of stairs. The pool actually creates a boundary around the sea water, ensuring safety for the swimmers from dangerous sea creatures, while offering the pleasure of swimming in the deep sea. (more…)

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Quill Concept All-Terrain Vehicle by Halil Buzcuoglu

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:49:58 +0000

Developed with flowing bodylines for an aesthetic look and aerodynamic structure, the “Quill” by British designer Halil Buzcuoglu is a vehicle concept that moves on both snow and land with equal efficiency. Accommodating two passengers one after the other comfortably on a thrilling ride, the concept vehicle features a massive windscreen to allow an enhanced front view, while the built-in cameras provide the rear vision on the screens placed in the cockpit. Looking like an ATV, the Quill removes the steering wheel for a joystick to ensure an undisturbed front vision. The driver’s seat features a screen that allows the co-pilot to assist the pilot in navigation. The rear storage door of the vehicle is made of glass to get more light into the cockpit. (more…)

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BMW Halbo – Futuristic Electric Bike by Pierre Yohanes Lubis

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:39:13 +0000

The Halbo is an electric bike concept that has been specially designed for BMW to be an ultimate and environmentally friendly next generation bike by featuring high end technologies and great aesthetics. The main idea was to create a transportation means that can run efficiently in the busy traffic of the future roads, while making it eco-friendly enough to contribute to the environment. This single-seater gets the energy from the electric power source and features an all-way rear axis with which the innovative sphere shaped wheel is attached. The front wheel is assisted by gyro and contains a space efficient baggage under the holo-screen panel. (more…)

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Aliz Yacht by Heather Witkop

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:07:26 +0000

The 145 foot Aliz concept yacht has incorporated various sustainable features aiming to provide ultimate luxury to the boarders. This innovative design combines traditional and modern elements such as eco-friendly materials, energy efficient systems and a wave reducing hull, making it an extraordinary recreation center on water. By using smooth, organic curves and natural materials, this yacht is surprisingly beautiful from both the interior and exterior views. The yacht features four decks, each equipped with unique and engaging events to make the journey enjoyable for the passengers. The rooms are open and convertible, featured with natural colors and bright accents to let the owner customize the design according to his/her taste. (more…)

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Indoor Solar Car by Ehab Omaro

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:56:12 +0000

The indoor solar car has been designed to provide a convenient indoor commuting solution and short distance transportation in particular areas and lanes of a city. The car features an energy-efficient engine that runs through electric energy accumulated from direct charging point and by the solar cells. The compact shape and lightweight construction of the car make it easy to drive on narrow lanes. The three-side open interior gives the rider a feel of freshness and ability to house five passengers along with one driver. The height of the driver’s seat has been kept lower than the others, allowing uninterrupted front view to the passengers to make the ride even more interesting. (more…)

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Cynomy Demolition Vehicle Features Remote Controlled Interface for Safe and Convenient Operation

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:10:53 +0000

The Cynomy demolition vehicle is designed to adopt sophisticated and precise demolition methods by incorporating robotics and innovative control systems. Aside from being used locally, this vehicle can perform in critical conditions like tight spaces and risky sites such as nuclear power plants, chemical factories, sewers, etc. The remote features two handed operating with the ability to control the robotic arms of Cynomy according to the operator’s arms movement. Each arm can be outfitted with a range of tools as per the project requirements and can be folded down during transport. Electric motors are placed inside the airless wheels that are synchronized with an electronic system to move opposite directions too for tight turns. (more…)

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Alternative Fuel Engine Race Car by Buldur Liviu

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:47:27 +0000

If you believe that race cars are all about power and speed, you should definitely have a look at the latest race car, though concept, to rethink your perception of the sports cars. Inspired by the hot rod design, designer Buldur Liviu has come up with a racing car concept that seems to scorch the track with its stunning, curvy body. Generating power from an alternative fuel based engine, the new race car by the Romanian designer features an aerodynamic body to beat the heat and promise an unparalleled performance. While the rimless wheels removing all the clutter equally complements the body, ensuring elegance and the X factor for the gen-next race car enthusiasts. (more…)

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The Futuristic Urban Gondolas by Johannes Geisler

admin — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:48:16 +0000

The urban gondolas project is an urban cable propelled transit (CPT) concept that can offer a fast, safe, clean, fun, inexpensive and reliable alternative for in-city traveling. The huge infrastructure eliminates the need of schedule by including enough vehicles to support less-than-one-minute wait time. The cable transit is equal or faster than subways, light rail, streetcars and buses, using less energy than those and is completely emission free. The installation process has been designed up to 25 – 75% cost-effectively and is safer than any other forms of urban commuting. The fully automated transit can carry twice the number of people that current cable transits are carrying with more fun and flexibility. (more…)

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Futuristic Vehiclefor the Year 2016 by Shantanu Joshi

admin — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:38:03 +0000

FIGO concept from an Indian designer, Shantanu Joshi, is a futuristic vehicle that aims to reduce the increasing congestion on India roads. The awesome design won him second runners up place at the Automotive Design Challenge. (more…)

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