DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF              

By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane

THE ULTIMATE OFF-ROADER - DRIVE UNDER THE OCEAN IN A sQUBA

                                                            Source:  sQuba

• sQuba is the world's first submersible car.  Here's what we know:
• Swiss Mobility Lab Rinspeed has designed the first and only truly submersible car
• It's considered to be breakthrough in automotive engineering
• Convertible, sleek vehicle that's luxurious
• Transitions seamlessly from land to underwater
• Equipped with oxygen masks to ensure safety
• Offers a quick drying mechanism
• Offering safety, comfort and luxury, it potentially is paving the way for a new era - the reality of driving underwater
• Imagine exploring the ocean in your own car.

MAN'S BEST "GOOD HEALTH" FRIEND

                                            Source: Stock  

• New research finds that people 65 years and older are less likely to get dementia if they own a dog.  Here's what we know:
• Japanese scientific research suggests having a dog reduces the risk of dementia in older adults by up to 40%
• The dog can be of any breed
• Part of the equation is that a dog increases the chances of the owner going outside and interacting, which exercises the brain
• Owning a dog also contributes to daily physical activity, which helps lower the risk of dementia
• Dementia and Alzheimer conditions are associated with a buildup of proteins in the brain, which exercise lessens
• Just having a dog and not taking advantage of the potential of walks and the consequent social interactions will not protect against the disease
• A recent study estimates that global dementia cases could triple by 2050, reaching more than 152 million.

DORONI'S eVTOL GETS FAA CERTIFICATION

                                                                    Source:  Doroni

• Miami-based Doroni has been awarded FAA flight certification for its Doroni H1 flying car in the US.   Here are some key facts:
• H1 is a 2-seat, eVTOL flying car
• It's officially certified to fly in the US by the FAA
• This is considered a major step forward for personal air mobility
• eVTOL already has a 370 pre-order list
• Powered by 10 independent propulsion systems
• 4 ducts each with 2 electric motors and patented ducted propellers
• 8 propellers for vertical flight and 2 "push" propellers
• Semi-autonomous
• Control stick can be used by pilot to move forward, backward or to the side
• 60 mile range on a charge
• Top speed of 140 mph
• Fits into your garage
• This is the second flying car that the FAA has flight approved
• Alef's Model A was awarded FAA flight certification this past summer.

 "Daily Innovation Brief"© By Edward Kane