Bizarre Innovations: From Flying Shopping Carts to 3D-Printed Homes

A South Korean team developed a drone as a 'flying shopping cart,' capable of transporting goods over uneven terrain. In Chile, a team constructed Latin America's first 3D-printed concrete home in just 29 hours. The World Conker Championships upheld the integrity of its recent winner, dismissing cheating allegations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 23-10-2024 02:26 IST | Created: 23-10-2024 02:26 IST
Bizarre Innovations: From Flying Shopping Carts to 3D-Printed Homes
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In an innovative breakthrough, researchers in South Korea have unveiled a unique transport drone designed to operate as a 'flying shopping cart.' Equipped with multiple flexible rotors, this drone self-corrects to maintain stability during flight. It effectively navigates over uneven terrains like stairs, expanding possibilities for goods transportation.

Meanwhile, in a groundbreaking construction achievement, a Chilean university team has built Latin America's inaugural 3D-printed 'seed home.' Utilizing a robotic system, the entire concrete structure was completed in just 29 hours, demonstrating rapid efficiency and technological advancement in housing solutions.

In an unusual turn of events, the World Conker Championships organizers announced that no cheating occurred in their recent tournament. After a thorough investigation, the champion, David Jakins, was absolved of wrongdoing, maintaining the integrity of this traditional game involving hardened horse chestnuts.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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