Tag Archives: Winter

Pokemon Snow Plow Robot

Posted on September 5, 2007 by Nils

Snow plows are not a new invention. And it’s really one of those things that just beg to be robotized. But I think only the Japanese could have the idea of making their autonomous snow-plow robots look like Pokemon characters. … Continue reading →

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Heated Gloves and Socks and Slippers, Oh My!

Posted on August 21, 2007 by Nils

Women freeze easily. And Asian women freeze most easily of all. At least that is my impression, and the fact that the Japanese came up with a remedy seems to support the theory. Thanko is offering two products to keep … Continue reading →

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