Siemens Aquaris - Watertight and Dustproof Hearing aid

Siemens AquarisTM hearing aid is not only watertight and dustproof, but also robust and impact-resistant. These qualities are achieved by features such as a special casing with a sealed battery compartment, a watertight microphone membrane and a protective cover. A slip-on sports clip holds the hearing instrument securely behind the ear, even when the wearer is moving around. LINK: Youtube

Anteater stands its ground

Anteater stands its ground. LINK: Youtube

Solar Panel Croc Skin

The croc's bony skin acts as both a protective shield and as a solar heating system.

Raw Anatomy: Inside the Croc : SUN DEC 6 10P et/pt : http://channel.nationalgeographic.com... Via: Youtube

Bomb-Proof Wallpaper Built for Serious Home Security

So you have built your backyard bomb shelter, but what to hang on the walls? From areas with dangerous natural disasters to full-on war zones, ever building in the heat of battle could likely use a layer of X-Flex. As the video demonstrates, a single sheet is sufficient to keep a wrecking ball from knocking down a concrete block wall. And for the paranoid homeowner: yes, they are even developing a standard commercial version for ordinary citizens. LINK, Via: Vimeo



However, this was initially developed in conjunction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for military and other lifesaving purposes abroad. The idea is simple: take rolls of this wallpaper into occupied areas or contested zones, unroll it and stick it on the existing wall. In the event of an explosion, debris is caught within the strong kevlar-sandwiched elastic surface and the tightly-bonded material can even help hold the sides and structure of a building together.

Liquid vests to repel bullets

Russian armour has been well known for years. To create it the best scientists have been working in research institutes. Although modern ballistic vests can weigh up to 12 kilos, Russian designers say there's another option. Armour filled with special gel can be light and even comfortable to wear. LINK: Youtube

The Apache — A 19th Century Personal Protection Gadget

The Apache was a combination dagger, pepperbox, and knuckle duster manufactured and sold in the United States from 1870 through 1900. More pictures and history of this unique pocket weapon at the link.

Link, Via: Neatorama