Image by Observe The Banana via Flickr The flying caris on itsway.->…. An American company Terrafugia Transition, based near Boston, is set to unveil the dual-purpose car-cum-plane vehicle called ‘The Flying Car‘ as early as 2011. The two-seater vehicle can let you fly if you wish to avoid the congested city traffic. If you want [...]
The world’s first mass-produced zero-emission minicar, the “i-MiEV“, is all set to debut in Japan next month, which promises to usher in a new age of driving that does not require fossil fuel. . Developed by the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, the car has neither an engine nor a muffler and does not need an internal [...]
Is there radon in granite countertops? Granite is a natural mineral formed by the earth’s geological processes. It is quarried and processed toproduce commercial products such as countertops. It is possible for any granitesample to contain varying concentrations of uranium that can produce radon gas, a source of alpha and beta particles and gamma rays. [...]
Is it better to leave the fan running continuously with the air conditioner or to place it in the automatic position? It is more efficient to leave the thermostat in the automatic position. The fan consumes only one-tenth the energy of the compressor, but when it runs continuously, the fan can cost up to $30 [...]
The simplest, least expensive method to keep a home cool is shading walls, windows, and the roof. Interior shades are inexpensive and easy to install. Use pull-down or Venetian blinds in addition to regular window coverings. Window coverings should be light colored (white or beige). There are several ways to keep a home cool without [...]