Segway Scooter Night Safety by Lance Winslow
The Segway Scooter is a brilliant idea for moving people around, it makes so much sense and it is so fun to cruise around on. Recently a friend and I were cruising around and I noticed that the Segway handled well when pitting against uneven sidewalks where roots had pushed them up. ... I propose a revolutionary new night safety lighting system for my new Segway using electromagnetic induction technology to charge a capacitor instead of the lights working off a battery or power source. ... I propose that we put lights on the Segway Smart Technology for night riding, but also do not wish to...

Car Security Alarms by Max Bellamy
Have you ever wondered how your car security alarm works? Contrary to what you might think, car alarms are actually pretty simple devices – they’re just a set of sensors connected to a siren. A car security alarm typically has six parts – a siren (the device responsible for making the noise) and... The technology behind door sensors is actually the same technology used in your refrigerator. ... Most car security alarms systems have very useful accessories such as a radio receiver for wireless control from a key, and backup batteries that allow alarms to work even when the main power source...

Ten Reasons You Should Use Bluetooth by Christopher W Smith
If you are one of the many people who wonder exactly what Bluetooth technology is, you're about to get a brief rundown. 1) Bluetooth provides the ability for items that often need to be hard wired to be completely wireless. It allows you to use your laptop, cell phones, and hand held computer... This means you will drain your battery less often or use less electricity in the use of your Bluetooth devices. ... 9) Bluetooth is emerging technology. ... In other words, Bluetooth technology allows portable devices to be truly portable.

Battery Wars - This 'Is' the New Wireless Frontier by Dennis Schooley
I can picture it now. Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader face off for an epic light-saber battle to the death! The fate of the world hangs in the balance! Then their light-saber batteries run out of juice so they’re left holding onto a couple of limp licorice sticks, resulting in a leg-wrestling... Backer, Ross Dueber, makes the point about current lithium alternatives; “It’s the only rechargeable battery technology that uses flammable liquid.” 4) Lithium polymer uses an advanced gel to create a power source as thin as paper.

Buying a Laptop by Sezer Bozkurt
Purchasing a laptop computer is not an easy job to do because there are so many important things that should be considered before purchasing. Besides the common things that are shared by desktops such as type of CPU, MHZ of processor, size of RAM, size and type of hard disk, brand and support,... Some high quality laptops have several connectivity options such as wireless network cards (to connect to wireless networks), Centrino technology (internet connectivity almost anywhere) and much more. ... Gaming and CPU intensive programs will deplete your battery in a lot less time.

Radio Headsets by Josh Riverside
Headsets, also known as headphones, are hearing devices that are actually miniature speaker systems. They are stereo hearing systems that can be worn near the ear, thus providing mobility to the user. Traditional headsets were bulky and large with two speakers for both the ears encased in padded... The battery is also important as the total cost of ownership depends on the batteries. ... Other options are the accessibility of the controls like volume and frequency. ... Sound quality, speaker power, bass and treble range are some features to look for in a radio headset.

iPod Wireless Speakers and Headphones by Dale Ewans
The iPod seems to have induced a certain trend in the consumer electronics industry as many companies on the market rushed to manufacture accessories for the little device that allows you to take music with you wherever you go. Speakers and headphones were among the first choices as iPod... The headphones use Bluetooth technology to connect to the iPod through an adapter that transmits the signal. ... The speaker has a round LCD display that you can use to change volume and skip tracks, find out the time, wireless signal strength, battery power, play/pause status.

Portable Technology: Getting to Know the Treo by Simon Canfield
Up until the recent past, those who wanted to take advantage of a mobile phone, data organizer, wireless e-mail with text messaging, web browsing and a digital camera had to have separate units for each. With today’s technology comes the Treo – offering all of those features in one small... Treo 600 – Using a rechargeable lithium ion battery, external battery packs are necessary in order to extend battery life, since the original is built into the device and, therefore, not removable. ... Upgrades of the internal battery are available – for about $50 – replacing the 1800 mAh...

Ten Reasons For You to Use Bluetooth by Andrew McNaught
Many people see Bluetooth technology around them everyday, but may be unsure of why they should choose it. Here are ten reasons to try it: 1. Bluetooth is wireless technology Wireless devices carry many different benefits and advantages that people enjoy. ... Bluetooth technology is not a fad Bluetooth technology has become a universal standard in wireless technology. ... More and more devices will begin to use Bluetooth technology, which will make manufacturers very eager to make their products compatible with the technology.

How to Make a Simple Robot by Emma Drosy
Robots, such as humanoids robot perform like humans and can do things humans do. However, if you are starting out making your first robot, do not think of the complicated, high technology and functional robot. Simple robot will need two wheels and the ability to move forward, move backward, move... · Motor, preferably battery operated motor · Power, the choice of battery is important. ... Attach the battery to the motor; NiMH is the recommended battery for your motor. ... Attach the motor; the program will calculate gearing ratios, desired terrain, desired velocity and acceleration,...