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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

Hand-Cast Moka Pot Looks Like a Turbine and Brews 20% Faster - Yanko Design

Moka pots have stayed remarkably consistent since their invention, maintaining the same octagonal silhouette and brewing method across generations. They produce rich, concentrated coffee reliably, but the process demands patience while water heats slowly and pressure builds gradually. Most models sit on stovetops for several minutes burning gas or electricity, which adds up over daily use and feels inefficient for such a simple task.
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Renovation
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Avoid underfloor heating mistakes or risk expensive bills warns expert

Incorrect underfloor heating installation or settings cause inefficiency, higher energy bills, potential floor removal, and prolonged, costlier running due to poor heat transfer.
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fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Ice discs slingshot across a metal surface all on their own

Scientists have made frozen discs of ice move across a patterned metal surface using a three-phase Leidenfrost effect.
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fromWIRED
5 months ago

Are Those Viral 'Cooling Blankets' for Real?

Thermal conductivity explains why materials at the same temperature can feel differently to the touch.
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