Researchers create insect-inspired autonomous navigation strategy for small, lightweight robots

Small, 56 gram “CrazyFlie” drone that can navigate back to a starting location using an insect-inspired navigation strategy. Credit: Guido de Croon / TU Delft | MAV Lab Have you ever wondered how insects can travel so far from their home and still find their way? The answer to this question is not only relevant … Read more

Winspace’s new 700g SLC3 climbing bike is lightweight and easy on your wallet

Winspace has unveiled the next generation of its climbing bike at Eurobike 2024. The new SLC3 brings several improvements over the outgoing SLC2.0, according to Winspace. It saves weight and increases stiffness and comfort, while maintaining an attractive price tag. The Chinese brand says the new climbing bike should be available within a few weeks, … Read more

Super expensive lightweight wheels make DT Swiss’ new gravel offering look like a bargain, pink chamois, pink sunglasses and a retro saddle

This week we have some new wheels for the deepest wallets. Staying on the road, may we recommend the latest wheels from Lightweight, which manage to lose 130 grams compared to their predecessors? Yours for just £8,799/$10,895. If you prefer gravel, DT Swiss has two new rim profiles to suit your riding style, each of … Read more