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Scientists are turning dead spiders into grippers, storing renewable energy in heated sand, and creating wearable tech that simulates hugs across distances. These weird-sounding innovations are solving real problems in sustainability, healthcare, and human connection.
Spectators at the 2025 Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo wore neck devices that let them feel every judo throw through vibrations captured in real time. The technology created such an immersive experience that even hearing fans called it wonderful.
Scientists created a lightweight ring that lets you actually feel virtual objects while wearing VR headsets. The origami-inspired device weighs less than a penny and could transform gaming, medical training, and rehabilitation.