Scientist think they found a new human organ—a fluid-filled “shock absorber”

Enlarge / Huh, never seen that before. (credit: Getty | AFP) Newly identified networks of interconnected, fluid-filled chambers that line tissues throughout the human body may qualify as a completely new organ, researchers report in a study published Tuesday in Scientific Reports. Researchers found the web-like tissue on the underside of skin, around the digestive […]

Innovative bicycle shock absorber offers to smooth the way for you

Without shock absorbers, a bicycle ride can be very uncomfortable. Even with standard absorbers, they are only designed to compress in one direction. Rinsten, a team of cyclists, has developed an innovative solution. The Rinsten Spring installs under the seat of practically any bicycle and absorbs shocks in three dimensions. This keeps the ride comfortable […]