Creating the first 3D map of the heart’s ‘brain’

Our hearts are primarily controlled by the brain and autonomic nervous system, but we also have a backup. The heart has its own mini-brain called the intracardiac nervous system (ICN), which fine tunes external autonomic signals and keeps the heart p...

Blizzident Toothbrush is Amazing


Blizzident toothbrush is a bizarre looking 3D-printed toothbrush. But its cleaning power is amazing as it cleans all of your teeth in just 6 seconds.  You have to scrub your teeth for just 6...

The Smithsonian is 3D-scanning its collection for future generations

The Smithsonian is 3D-scanning its collection for future generations

The Smithsonian has been experimenting with 3D scanning for some time now, using tools like laser arm scanners to map models of whale fossils and other ancient artifacts. Now the museum is utilizing the technology to preserve its collection for posterity. Its "laser cowboys" Vince Rossi and Adam Metallo are working full-time to record items for future generations, as part of an extensive effort to digitize 14 million prioritized objects (a list that also includes artwork and lab specimen). After the break, check out a video of the team working to preserve a digital copy of the Philadelphia gunboat, America's oldest fighting vessel.

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