On November 29, Popular Science** published an article entitled "Big Innovations in 2023", and the main content of the full text is compiled as follows:
Popular Science has always applauded innovation. Whether it's a consumer product, or a great idea, they almost always emerge as a solution to a problem. Some of the laureates tackled age-old troubles, while others tackled larger, even existential, life-and-death issues that have far-reaching implications for humanity. Every year since 1988, we've been committed, and this year is no different, and the winners embody the vision of improving people's lives.
Here are the innovations to improve people's lives in 2023::
Sports outdoors. 1.SRAM Eagle transmission.
The transmission hanger is the Achilles' heel of the bike. If the bike falls on the drivetrain side, or gets boulders, the deformed transmission will suddenly fail to change gears. This means that your bike will have to sit idle in the garage, as it can be tricky to judge and repair a deformed transmission. The SRAM Eagle derailleur makes the bike's weakest point sturdy and durable. SRAM does away with the transmission hanger and bolts the transmission directly to the bicycle frame and rear axle. The transmission is mounted directly to the frame for greater durability and more precise shifting, resulting in a significant improvement in overall performance. It's currently only available on high-end mountain bikes, but the lower-priced GX Eagle is already available in the range. Hopefully, it will continue to be widespread so that every rider can enjoy this convenience.
2.Tempo Refrigerator.
Most everyday travel mugs are vacuum-insulated – a vacuum between two metal walls is used to create an insulating layer to keep the temperature low. It's not difficult to keep a mug warm, but it's much harder to keep it bigger. Oyster's Tempo refrigerators have gas silicon plates sandwiched between the flat aluminum walls to prevent the vacuum chamber from being squeezed. The Tempo refrigerator is half the volume of a regular hard-side cooler, with three times the internal space and three times the better cold insulation. It is 100% available. The company said that the DTLA insulation technology it developed for Tempo refrigerated containers can be used in medicine, organ transportation and other fields.
3.Fresh Face deodorant fabric.
Synthetics have the advantage of warmth and durability in outdoor gear, but they tend to increase body odor (not a very pleasant taste). Many sweat-wicking and deodorizing fabrics use metals: effective, they use limited resources and have long-term effects on the environment, especially aquatic life, and have been criticized.
Polartec's Fresh Face is made from natural organic peppermint extracts from Willamette, Oregon. The silk threads of this high-performance fabric are infused with peppermint extract to effectively eliminate flavor, which is not only natural, but also long-lasting, without leaving any mint flavor. Currently, this fabric is used in one of the Rabbit brand's shorts, and it is expected that more products will use this technology in the future.
4.Pioneer Pro inflatable rigid board.
Inflatable stand-up paddle boards (SUPs) often sacrifice sturdiness for optimal portability. The Pioneer Pro from stand-up paddleboard manufacturer ISLE is an inflatable board that is three times stiffer than other inflatable boards, but weighs much less and is much smaller than traditional boards. The Pioneer Pro's success may be due to two new technologies: a patented composite called InfinityFiber, which combines glass fibers and thermoplastics to create a hard surface;PowerFuse technology uses the heat and pressure of the welding machine to mechanically bond the top and bottom layers to the support. According to the company, the military is considering the use of this material in unmanned spacecraft and unmanned submersibles.
5.Forte sleeping bag.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that 17 million tons of textile waste were sent to landfills in 2018, of which only 2.5 million tons were reused. Nemo's "Endless Promise" line – which now includes the Forte sleeping bag – is recycled, meaning that used products can be used to make new products. In order to create a recirculating sleeping bag that is compatible with the utilization system, the company needed a polymer to make the body of the sleeping bag. A typical sleeping bag is usually made of 10 or more unique materials, including fabrics, insulation, hardware, and trim. The solution is the old material – polyester. These sleeping bags can be sent back to NEMO for repair,** or for resale. The company will launch the "Endless Promise" line of backpacks and down sleeping bags in 2024.
Entertainment and leisure. 1.LG OLED M TV.
This year, LG has taken a big step towards "breaking free". For the first time, the company unveiled a 97-inch Signature OLED M TV with a power cord – and that's it. These ports all exist on a device called a "zero-connection box". This box has all the usual connectors you would expect to see on a high-end TV, including three HDMI2s1 port, a pair of USB-A ports, a LAN port, a coaxial socket and an IR audio port. But there's no physical wire to connect the box (and streaming** or gaming devices) to the actual display. LG has developed proprietary wireless technology, which it says is three times faster than WiFi 6E. As a result, it can be 10k at 120 frames per second at a distance of 4 meters.
2.Sony Accessible Handle.
Everyone has the right to enjoy video games, regardless of disability, and with or without the physical flexibility required to use a traditional controller. The Access Handle is an access controller kit for PS5 that can be accessed through four built-in 3The 5mm AUX port interfaces with many popular third-party access devices. Out of the box, the handle looks like a daisy;The buttons are like flower petals that can be arranged at will. Players can customize the gamepad input on their PS5 console and store up to 30 gamepad settings. The Access controller can work independently, in pairs, or even in tandem with the PS5's all-new DualSense controller.
3.Logitech gaming headsets.
To create the most durable and lightweight speaker drivers for its high-end gaming headsets, Logitech used a familiar and delicate material, graphene, which is essentially a lattice made of carbon. Each 50mm driver in Logitech headsets has a graphene diaphragm instead of the mylar that is common in most headphones. In this way, the driver (the part that produces the sound) does not generate unwanted vibrations and distortions, thus avoiding distortion. When you're surrounded by enemies in a video game with laser cannons all around you**, Logitech's headsets can clearly distinguish sounds and maintain the spatial immersion players need to create the best possible gameplay.
4.Alienware gaming monitors.
It's hard to stand out from the crowd these days, but the real battle for supremacy is in the refresh rate column of the spec sheet. Alienware's 500GHz display refreshes the screen image up to 500 times per second, more than any other monitor on the market. As long as it's connected to a fastenough console, this monitor virtually eliminates lag and distracting motion blur for the smoothest gaming experience possible. It also features NVIDIA G-SYNC variable refresh rate technology and NVIDIA Reflection Analyzer to measure overall system latency to reduce screen tearing and other phenomena that ruin the gaming experience.
5.Las Vegas Sphere.
This megastructure on the Las Vegas Strip stands out for its impressive build design. The outer layer of the sphere is covered with 1.2 million LED lights that can give the building any look, including a giant emoji. The internal sound system is the largest of its kind, and the venue can create wind, the seats vibrate, and even produce scents that delight the audience. The screen inside is also quite large, capable of 18K footage captured by the latest cameras. It was a fantastic experience. As manufacturers strive to push the envelope, it will continue to unleash great potential in the future.
Home life. 1.Yoshino solid-state technology.
Type "solid-state batteries" into Google and you'll see a list of frequently asked questions similar to "Are solid-state batteries coming out?"."If you need a portable power station that can provide 330 to 4,000 watts of electricity, then the answer is already there. Solid-state batteries promise to be a longer-lasting, more powerful alternative to lithium-ion batteries, but the high cost makes them impractical in most cases, especially in larger sizes. Yoshino found a way to expand solid-state batteries into portable power stations. What's more, you don't have to worry about damage starting a fire. Liquid lithium batteries have an open flame when punctured**, while solid-state batteries do not and are more rugged.
2.Decora Edge sockets and switches.
Electricity and plumbing are areas that many homemade tool enthusiasts don't want to touch, and the risk of fire and water runs daunting. But Leviton's Decora Edge line of power outlets and wall switches may convince more people to take matters into their own. Decora Edge receptacles and switches provide color-coded joystick terminations on the back to clamp wires. It holds wires in place more securely than the old connection, and the device itself has no exposed metal that would send current to places where it shouldn't, such as your body.
3.De'Longhi espresso machine.
Nowadays, almost all home coffee making is automated. Grinding, brewing coffee, and even pouring coffee can be automatic. But one of the long-standing issues is cold foam, an essential part of making a café-like iced latte and many other cold coffee drinks. Until now, people have been using immersion blenders or other hand tools to churn cold milk into frothy toppings, but De'Longhi's all-rounder Elitta Explore espresso machine has automated this process. The system offers milk foam with the perfect texture and temperature to suit your needs, while it is also a "fool's" operating system with no learning curve. Combined with De'Longhi's patented cold brew technology (in just three minutes), it's your very own corner coffee shop.
4.Tobtech shock hammer.
The frame hammer is big and heavy, and the style will not change for thousands of years, after all, if you want to drive a long nail into the wood, what can compare to the lump of metal on the stick?However, the frame hammer can also bring *** repeatedly hitting one object with another can eventually make your arm unbearable, causing soreness at best and permanent damage at worst. Tobetech found a way to tuck a shock spring into the shock hammerhead. In this way, the hammer is still able to provide a satisfactory impact, but the vibration is reduced, reducing fatigue and damage to the arm. Elasticity also helps prevent damaging microcracks from forming in the hammer head, extending its lifespan.
5.Mach V1 Ultra floor scrubber.
Anyone who cleans regularly knows that stains come in countless forms. It would be great if you could remove all kinds of stains in one single place with just one tool. EUFY's Mach V1 Ultra is closer to this ideal than any previous upright vacuum cleaner, sucking up debris like a traditional vacuum cleaner, wiping wet stains like a mop, and even cleaning hard surfaces with steam like a steam engine – all without wires. The 16800 Pascal's suction power and high-temperature steam, as well as the ability to suck up both wet and dry waste, are the Swiss Army knives of floor scrubbers. It's unequivocal in terms of performance, it's the first device of its kind to be certified by TÜV Rheinland, and its hot steam is capable of killing 999% of common bacteria.
Personal care field. 1.Visible Plus program.
Millions of people around the world suffer from long COVID and other chronic diseases such as myalgic encephalomyelitis chronic fatigue syndrome (ME CFS), and patients face the daunting task of tracking symptoms, identifying triggers, and conserving energy to avoid physical and mental breakdown. Visible Plus is an app launched in 2022 by Harry Lemin, a long COVID patient, to empower patients and drive new research. Now, through the Early Access program, the upgraded version of Visible Plus pairs the platform's symptom tracking interface with a Polar heart rate monitor to monitor pulse changes. This is a valid indicator of the stability of the autonomic nervous system, which can lead to symptoms of various chronic diseases. New data from thousands of patients feeds Visible's algorithms, revealing symptom severity trends and (in real time) reminding users to rest. The program is currently only available in English and is only available in a few countries, including the United States.
2.Revair reverse hair dryer.
One of the best hair dryers on the market this year looks more like a vacuum cleaner than a bathroom appliance. This new product uses reverse air technology to suck the hair in and blow dry. It's cooler than a traditional hair dryer and dries, softens and straightens hair quickly, leaving it shinier and stronger. Smaller and quieter than the previous generation, the upgraded version excels at straightening curly hair and untangling strands. Users can even insert braids and coils into the revair and let them dry completely in a matter of seconds.
3.New type of massage equipment.
Therabody is known for being the best fascia gun in the manufacturing industry, and its latest offering is in a class of its own. The Theragun Pro Plus is sleeker and more compact than its predecessor and comes with the latest suite of recovery tools. Near-infrared LED light** helps stimulate blood circulation and promote healing, while hot and cold** help relax stiff muscles and reduce inflammation. The device also overcomes one of the biggest drawbacks of home massagers by having a vibration gear that safely relieves joint pain. Users can even use the built-in program to track their heart rate while also guiding them through breathing training during the session.
4.Violette fr** bandage.
Makeup for blemishes** is generally not good because makeup can make acne more inflamed, causing more damage. French beauty company Violette FR changed the rules of the game by replacing the irritating ingredients with common food thickeners – polysaccharide xanthan gum and the sap of the acacia tree – common food thickeners. The bandage is like a garment, quickly forming a dry protective layer on the top of the bag to protect the acne from the effects of subsequent makeup. What's even better is that this clinically tested product also contains soothing ingredients, such as cm-glucan granules, which can alleviate infections and acne, which can be described as a symptomatic and root cause.
5.Loona urinal.
Getting up to go to the toilet without help can sometimes be difficult and even dangerous due to injuries, pregnancy, balance and mobility problems. Given that women and other people in need were not satisfied with the current options, the founders of Boom Home Medical set out to create a comfortable, colorful personal urination device that didn't look like the one in a hospital ward.
Loona's soft, uniquely shaped funnel handles a wide range of body shapes, and the snap-on lid reduces the risk of leakage. The integrated handle diverts the flow of water and minimizes embarrassing noise. From now on, the urinal can also be integrated into your life.
***1.Belluch tire inflation system.
Nowadays, almost all vehicles on the road have a label on the inside of the driver's door that lists the appropriate tire pressure for the car's tires. When driving on highways, following these instructions is key to improving fuel efficiency and safety. However, when driving off-road, lowering the tire pressure is the best way to increase tire coverage and give the tire better friction on gravel or sand. To simplify this process, Bellows has developed a tire inflation system called ActivAir. Drivers can choose from pre-set tyre modes such as road, rock, sand and mud, or enter specific settings for the best experience, all without getting out of the car. In case of bad weather, this feature is definitely a time-saver and hassle-free.
2.Kia EV9
Kia's EV9 EV may look impressive from the outside, but it's perhaps more important on the inside. To decorate it in a green way, the automaker is making luxurious, high-end materials that go far beyond single-use water bottles, textiles, and discarded fishing nets. Starting at just under $55,000, the three-row electric SUV is quite reasonable. In a unique collaboration with the Rhode Island School of Design, Kia and its parent company, Hyundai Motor Group, are exploring the intersection of art, nature and design to leverage existing materials, rather than recreate new one-off products.
3.Lamborghini revuelto
Lamborghini should be high-profile and bold, synonymous with a powerful power engine. This is the case with the all-new Revuelto – the Italian brand's first plug-in hybrid car. The latest Maxima in the "Raging Bull" stable features supercar elements that will drive fans crazy, such as a powerful, roaring V12 engine and a unique body style. In addition to this, Lamborghini also added three electric motors, increasing the horsepower to 1001 hp. The final unveiling of this hybrid is breathtakingly powerful. When it whizzes past you, it's a true Lamborghini.
4.Volvo EX30
As the U.S. (and around the world) accelerates the transition to electric vehicles, automakers are jumping to beat Tesla, the market leader in electric vehicles. In June, the Swedish automaker launched the EX30, a five-seater SUV with a starting price of just over $3$60,000. Volvo has always been known for producing safe, reliable and eye-catching cars, and this new car is aimed directly at the mass market. With renewable interior materials and two powertrain options, the EX30 is built specifically for electric vehicles. When many EVs on the market start at $50,000 or more, the reasonably priced EX30 is definitely a good choice.
5.Polaris Ranger XP Kinetic
This year, Polaris introduced its latest Ranger side-by-side seat vehicle: the all-electric XP Kinetic Multi-Purpose Vehicle (UTV). The company has a 10-year partnership with Zero Point Motorcycles to develop the Ranger XP Kinetic motor, which boasts 110 horsepower. The Ranger XP Kinetic also has strong traction and drag, which is unique in the UTV niche** and makes life easier for those who rely on UTV for work. Farmers, ranchers, or anyone who owns a large piece of property can use it as an electric mule, and all you have to do is plug it in. (ENDS).