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A paper strip test will be able to detect E. coli in water and indicate whether the water is safe for swimming. The strips will be coated with chemicals that change color in the presence of E. coli. They will be printed using conventional inkjet printer technology. Results will be returned within 30 minutes, with different colors representing the different concentrations and types of bacteria in the sample. It could be possible to create strips capable of indicating water...
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Reusable cleaning enzymes could lead to more effective cleaning tools, as well as less enzymes being released into the environment. By attaching the main enzymes that break down muds, proteins, starches, and oils to pieces of plastic (PVC), the cleaning power of the plastic will be enhanced. The enhanced PVC will clean the garment as well or better than enzyme-enhanced detergents, and the enzymes will remain active for over three months. Enzyme-enhanced plastics will lead to...
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04/02/2012
A hydroelectric lamp powers its bulbs with the water that runs through the plumbing of a house. The system is made up of an array of micro turbines placed in strategic pipes throughout the home. Water from sinks, toilets, and washing machines will flow past the turbines, generating electricity stored in the system's batteries, which then power the long, vertical lamps.
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The Sunflower is the first heliostat created for residential use, designed to allow homeowners to focus the sun into a gloomy room on onto a solar panel. The Sunflower uses a solar powered microprocessor, motion servos and sun sensors to track the sun and reflect its light to a location selected by the user. It can redirect up to 50,000 lumens of sunlight and can be installed on an existing post or optional PVC stand. Beyond feeding solar panels and dark rooms, other...
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The privacy pop is a tent for a bed, providing a measure of privacy in shared sleeping quarters. The tent is easy to set up, and includes large entry openings on either side as well as window-like openings on both ends. It fits on standard and XL twin beds and is large enough for a full size adult to sit up inside, yet can also zip down to fit in a handy carrying case.
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Julia
 
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02/21/2012
Why not control family showering times without saying a word or knocking on the bathroom door? New technology can restore peace and harmony to your daily shower time living. The shower manager fits to existing shower heads. You program in a shower time that best fits your family lifestyle. Once this time has expired, the device cuts the flow of water by 2/3, leaving just enough flow to finish rinsing. It is family friendly too. A 60-second tone alerts the bather of the change...
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A new water purifier from uses a UV light in the cap to kill over 99 percent of bacteria and viruses. The water bottle includes a cap with an integrated UV light. The light is activated by holding the power button down for 2 seconds, purifying the water in one minute as the user rotates the bottle. An LCD screen keeps track of the cycle and signals when the process is complete, and the rechargeable battery will last for about 80 cycles.
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Jocker
 
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02/12/2012
New lamps will be powered by both solar and wind power, providing up to 12 hours of light when fully charged. The lamps will feature recyclable polypropylene shades that will catch the wind, rotating to create interesting lighting effects. The lamps will be available as either pendants or stakes, and can recharge in 9-12 hours on a sunny day or 24 hours in a 4 m/s wind. They will be both approved for use as outdoor lighting.
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Julia
 
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The cradle chair is designed as an appealing and environmentally friendly solution to help comfort people with autism and Rhythmic Movement Disorder. Rocking is a recommended calming activity for autistic people, and the cocoon shaped rocker helps bring a sense of comfortable enclosure to the user. The cradle is built using sustainable processes and materials, such as a cold-bending technique.
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01/29/2012
The new light alarm clock will make getting out of bed just a little bit easier, gently increasing the light for a more natural alarm. The light is meant to simulate the natural sunrise, slowly increasing its glow over a period of 30 minutes, and can be programmed to include chirping birds or music. It will also dim slowly, easing the user into natural sleep.