Scientists create Matrix-esque artificial womb

Thanks to scientists in Japan, we are one step closer to being batteries for our robot overlords. The hope of the team is to one day be able to perform lifesaving fetal procedures without risk to the mother.

Scientists invent real life “spider sense” suit

Seven different ultrasonic sensors wired to detect nearby objects exert pressure on tiny robotic arms sewn into the “spider sense” suit made by Victor Mateevitsi. When the sensors detect movement, they apply pressure to the skin, allowing the average person to feel oncoming attacks with a 95% success rate.

The world’s first fully mind-controlled synthetic leg goes for a stroll

Connected to leg of its owner by two nerves and computer sensors, this bionic leg works in exactly the same manner as a natural leg. With an error rate of just 1.8%, it’s as close to a flawless mind-controlled limb as science has gotten yet. Created by the Chicago Center for Bionic Medicine, the leg is just the latest in the line of future prosthetics.

Print your own customized 3D tooth mold to brush your teeth

Billed as being able to brush your teeth in six seconds, Blizzident requires a custom mouth mold from your dentist and access to a 3D printer.

Two rats have their brains telepathically linked

At Duke University, neuroscientists have connected the brains of two rats. Using electrodes and extensive training, the result was that when one rat — the encoder — moved to press a lever, the other rat — the decoder — did so also. The research has promise for the future of biological computer interfaces.

Medical pioneers replace part of a patient’s skull with a 3D implant

Back in March, a technology known as OsteoFab was used for the first time in the United States. Using a blueprint of the patient’s bone structure, a 3D printer creates an exact match of the new plastic implant. While titanium implants have been available for some time, the new polymer allows for X-rays and MRI scans without interference.

Man defies illegal download PSA, creates downloadable car

Dubbed the Urbee 2, the futuristic vehicle is created using a spray of molten polymer and weighs in at just under 1,200 pounds once the metal engine is added in. The creators hope to drive the prototype from San Francisco to New York on a single tank of gas.

Motorola files a patent for smartphone tattoos

While still only in the patent phase, Motorola hopes these electronic tattoos will be part of the future of mobile voice communication.

A robotics hobbyist created a giant robot in his backyard

The six-legged robot is controlled from the cockpit by driver-operated joysticks. Made for fun as an entertainment vehicle, animatronics expert Matt Denton has been approached by both marine and mining organizations interested in turning his hobby into a career

A research team creates a paper-thin robot skin that responds to touch.

A Mosquito has 47 teeth.

In 1903 the Wright brothers flew for 59 seconds. 38 years later the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. 28 years after that, we landed on the moon

It took thousands of years after domesticating the horse to invent the stirrup.

The bushes and clouds in Super Mario Bros are the same, just colored differently.

This is how fish are fed at an aquarium.

This is the inside of an Amazon warehouse.

This is how Google does "street view" in the Arctic.

This is how Amazon ships bubble wrap.

This is how zoologists weigh tiny birds.

This is how Double Decker buses are tested.