The seahorse might ‘hold’ the answer to better, tougher and more coordinated robots in the future. A team of researchers were inspired by the strangely unique square tail of the seahorse to potential build robots that could perform surgical procedures,…
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Neptune WaV pump starting to show a concentration of innovation
The WaV pump from Neptune Systems was first unveiled at MACNA in Denver and the new device has undergone a whole lot of refinement in the intervening months. The first units to be displayed were made of a very delicate…
Advancing technology helps build a more realistic robotic fish
We have covered robitic fish quite extensively, but recent advancements in technology and the availability of cutting edge “off the shelf” technology in the new maker movement, robotic fish are getting more advanced and approachable. Take for instance Maurizio Porfiri,…
Royal Exclusiv announces their most powerful RD3 Speedy ever
The Red Dragon 3 Speedy 230 is one of Royal Exclusiv’s most powerful and high performing water pumps for saltwater tanks ever. For many years now, Royal Exclusiv has been making the most powerful and exciting aquarium-specific water pumps for…
Neptune Systems DoS is so much more than a dosing pump
It’s easy to look at the new Neptune Systems D0S “Fluid Metering System” and lump it in with all of the other dosing devices on the market, but you’d be mistaken. Nearly every facet of the DoS has been completely…
Tesla’s one-way valve is simply genius
Nikola Tesla was one genius dude ahead of his time. Among his 278 known patents is this gem called a “Valvular Conduit” that is s simple one-way valve with no moving parts. Issued in 1920, US Patent #1,329,559 was recreated thanks…
CPR Aquatic gives us a sneak peek of feeding tube prototype
Being able to get out to shows and spend quality time chatting about new and upcoming products is one of the best things about this job, especially when companies start breaking out prototypes to show you. While at the CPR…
What to do with a Dead Anemone
Dead anemones are not only a shame, a loss of life, and a financial loss, if not diagnosed and dealt with quickly they can make a real mess of your tank. Here’s what to do if you find a dead…
10 great gift ideas for reefkeepers
Christmas is coming and nothing shows a reefkeeper you love them more than giving them a gift of something related to their hobby. Here are the Reef Builders’ top 10 reef gift recommendations: Smartphone Coral Lens A coral lens is…
