Shipping containers transformed into attractive light-filled homes

[New Atlas logo]( Architecture [Shipping containers transformed into attractive light-filled homes]( [Despite the project's singular name, the Container House actually consists of two shipping-container-based dwellings: Champa, pictured, and Chameli]( RSDA offers an impressive example of shipping-container-based architecture with its Container House. Located in rural India, the project involved modifying shipping containers to create a pair of remarkably attractive and light-filled homes. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [5 great deals for Data Privacy week to keep your identity private]( While January 24th marks the start of Data Privacy Week, we would argue that every week should be so recognized. Every time you go online, you are exposing yourself to potential threats. Here are five apps that are going to help keep you safe. [Read more]( Aircraft [Arc announces hybrid slowed-rotor aircraft with 800-mile range]( [ARC, formerly Samad Aerospace, has announced it's working on a nine-seat hybrid VTOL gyroplane, for longer-range missions]( Britain's Arc Aero Systems, formerly Samad Aerospace, has put forth its vision for a "cost-effective, low-carbon solution to intercity travel." The hybrid Linx P9 promises to beat comparably sized helicopters on range, speed and operating cost. [Read more]( Space [Feel tiny in this gigantic, zoomable galaxy map charting 3 billion stars]( [A tiny portion of the gigantic new image of the Milky Way's stars, as part of the second data release of the Dark Energy Camera Plane Survey (DECaPS2)]( Astronomers have released one of the biggest data dumps of the Milky Way ever, cataloging an incredible 3.32 billion cosmic objects in detail. The end result is a gigantic image that can be zoomed in and out for a stunning sense of scale. [Read more]( Medical [Unique gene mutation in superagers could rewind heart age by a decade]( [Researchers have discovered a gene mutation that could turn the clock back on aging hearts]( Researchers studying healthy centenarians have homed in on a gene mutation that plays a crucial role in maintaining cardiovascular health in old age. Across a series of experiments the researchers demonstrated how gene therapy could rejuvenate aging hearts. [Read more]( Medical [Experimental device breaks up blood clots using twisted ultrasound]( [A diagram showing how the transducer could use "vortex ultrasound" to disintegrate blood clots in the brain]( It goes without saying that if someone has a blood clot in their brain, that clot should be cleared as soon as possible. An experimental new transducer could help, as it uses swirling waves of ultrasound to break up blood clots much faster than existing methods. [Read more]( Bicycles [Aventon embarks on a new Aventure with versatile fat-tire ebike]( [The most notable upgrade for the Aventure.2 is the addition of a torque sensor for a more responsive pedal-assisted ride]( Back in 2021, California's Aventon launched its first full-size fat-tire adventure ebike, the Aventure. Now the second generation has been released, adding responsive torque sensor to the design, and offering more per-charge range. [Read more]( Photography [Canarian Photo Awards deliver breathtaking images of the natural world]( [Overall Winner - La Hoz Y El Martillo]( The Canarian Photo Awards is new photography competition, ostensibly founded to promote the magestic natural landscapes of the Canary Islands, the winning images also span the entire globe, delivering an epic assortment of spectacular shots. [Read more]( Biology [Newly discovered pterosaur used tiny teeth to feed like a wading whale]( [Balaenognathus maeuseri had at least 480 comb-like teeth, which it used to filter shrimp and other prey out of lagoon water]( Back in 2021, we heard about a pterosaur that had a mouth full of big, sharp teeth. Well, scientists have now discovered a pterosaur that went to the other extreme, as it used over 400 small, hooked teeth to catch its prey. [Read more]( Aircraft [Turbojet to hypersonic ramjet: Hybrid Chimera engine shows its range]( [In order to take off from standstill on a runway, then accelerate through to hypersonic speeds, a hybrid engine is required]( Atlanta company Hermeus has its sights set on Mach 4 next year, to beat the Mach 3.3 benchmark set by the SR-71 Blackbird way back in 1976. Watch its Chimera hybrid engine nailing the switch between low-speed turbojet mode and hypersonic ramjet mode. [Read more]( Biology [Semi-living "cyborg cells" can survive where normal bacteria can't]( [Scientists have created "cyborg cells" by giving bacteria new artificial abilities]( Manipulating microbes has helped human civilization for millennia, since we started using yeast to make bread and booze. In a modern breakthrough, scientists have created semi-living “cyborg cells” that can survive in environments natural cells can’t. [Read more]( Music [Roland makes flagship sound engine portable with FP-E50 digital piano]( [The FP-E50 digital piano is a powerful performance tool at home or at the club]( Roland has announced the FP-E50, a portable piano and creativity workstation that's designed as an easy intro for beginners while including enough advanced features to keep the pros happy, including Roland's flagship synthesis engine. [Read more]( Photography [Porise quick-draw camera strap caters to cycling shooters]( [The Porise cycling camera strap is presently on Kickstarter]( Although many photographers like to stop and snap photos while cycling, they don't want their valuable DSLR to be swinging back and forth as they ride. The Porise camera strap was created with just such folks in mind. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2022