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DARPA, the U.S. military’s high-tech research program, is developing an implantable neural interface that can connect humans directly to computers. The goal? Turn soldiers into invincible cyborgs. Arnold, is that you?
Detachable Airplane Cabin Can Parachute to Safety
After three years of research, inventor Vladimir Tatarenko believes he’s found a way for passengers to survive any airplane crash: attach parachutes to the main cabin so it can float safely down to Earth. Press eject.
Volvo Promises “Deathproof” Cars by 2020
Speaking of crashes, Volvo has made a shocking pledge: By 2020, no one will be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo car or SUV. Look out!
Introducing The 3D Printed Fetus
For the past decade or so, 3D and 4D ultrasounds have been all the rage among expectant parents. But one of UK’s top parenting sites predicts this will be the breakout year for something much creepier: the 3D printed fetus.
[Graphic Picture] The First Head Transplant
Neurosurgeon Sergio Canavero is about to carry out the first human head transplant. He says he’s already successfully completed the procedure on a monkey. Get ahead here.