DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

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DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF 

By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane


THE SEARCH FOR KING ARTHUR'S LEGENDARY SWORD EXCALIBUR IS ON IN BRITAIN




                                        Source:  Stock

  • Archeologists, tech experts, divers, magnet searchers and filmmakers are searching ponds and waterways in Britain for King Arthur's legendary Excalibur sword.  Here's what we know: 
  • It's one of the most famous objects in history 
  • Said to possess magical powers and to be associated with the rightful sovereignty of Britain
  • As he lay dying, King Arthur threw Excaliber into a lake
  • Experts have argued over which lake for centuries
  • Project developments so far:
  1. Several possible locations have been identified
  2. Filmmakers are trying to find it first for a TV series called Weird Britain
  3. Project start was in Cornwell
  4. If the sword is magnetized, magnetic search devices have the edge
  5. Key problem is identifying the lake it's in and if the lake still exists from the 6th century
  • The goal is to establish that this legend of history is true
  • Imagine if they succeed!


VEHICLE UNLIKE ANY OTHER - NEW E-HOVERCRAFT


                                                                        Source:  VonMercier

  • US-based VonMercier's new hovercraft is a fun, cutting edge, electric hovercraft, that combines cutting edge hovercraft technology with electric vehicle innovation.  Here are some key facts:
  • Called Arosa, it's a high performance, electric sports hovercraft that the company says is a world 1st in luxury
  • Designed for exploring, adventure, travel and off-roading fun
  • Electric powertrain; powered by lithium-ion batteries
  • No emissions and operates quietly
  • Hovers 8-inches above the surface
  • Travels over any type of terrain including grass, sand, snow and water
  • Easily transitions from land to water
  • Cruising speed 20 mph and top speed of 50 mph
  • Motion: forward, back and sideways
  • Carries 3 people
  • Priced at an estimated $200,000. and a limited number of the customizable vehicles are being made.

"Daily Innovation Brief"© By Edward Kane


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