Stuck in a traffic jam? With the push of a button, Hum Rider elevates and widen its wheels to drive over cars in front of you during traffic jams. Don’t get excited, it’s just a promotional campaign for Verizon’s Hum cloud-connected automotive tech. Watch the video below.
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Crushing a Diamond With a Hydraulic Press
Hydraulic Press Channel has crushed a diamond with a hydraulic press. The 1.2 carat diamond is donated to the channel by some rich woman, and thats probably her laughing in the background. Watch a Hydraulic Press turn the $4,000 diamond into dust in the video below. via: Popular Mechanics
Maxx Bench: First Ever Gravity Release Bench Press
Maxx Bench is a free weight bench system with a built in gravity release for safety. The Maxx Bench uses a hydraulic system to allow the athlete to rescue themselves from heavy weights by simply pushing a foot lever. Its a clever idea, which will put an end to the dangerous accidents of getting trapped… Continue reading Maxx Bench: First Ever Gravity Release Bench Press
Mantis: Two Tonne Turbo Diesel Walking Machine
The Mantis is a turbo diesel walking machine with six hydraulically-actuated legs, designed and built by Micromagic Systems. The machine is biggest, all-terrain operational hexapod robot in the world. This 2.2-liter British-designed can be piloted or remote WiFi-controlled, stands 2.8 meters high with a five meter working envelope and weighing in at just under two tonnes. Watch the… Continue reading Mantis: Two Tonne Turbo Diesel Walking Machine