Virtual Superman
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Airmuscle Ltd in Bedford, England had developed the Teletact glove which contains 20 computer-regulated air-pressure pads. With practical applications ranging from playing the guitar to disarming bombs, the glove gives the wearer the feel of whatever device is being used.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1992
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Waste vs. waste
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Three products, constructed from waste materials and used in oil spill cleanups, are discussed. Glass beads made from fly ash, a mat of straw between nylon mesh and heat-treated sawdust all promise effective innovations in oil cleanups.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1992
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New for Minitel: reach out and control something
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France Telecom supplies Minitel terminals to its customers. By using these computerlike devices, it is possible to control the operation of home appliances by means of a telephone call. Other functions are also available.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1991
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