DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist

 DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF 

By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane 


NEW SCIENCE: A SNOOZE YOU CAN REALLY USE




                                                                 Source:  Stock


  • So...your co-worker got the promotion and you didn't; your boyfriend says your conversation is as interesting as that of a garden gnome and your dog is looking askance at you for being stingy on treats...not to worry!!! Take a nap and ward off depression.  Here's what we know:
  • China's Central South University analyzed data on 8000 people
  • In general, the people who slept an extra 2 hours on the weekend were up to 46% less likely to show signs of depression
  • They were compensating for sleep time lost to their high-pressure week
  • The linkage of less depression and more sleep was stronger in men under 65 years old
  • Nearly 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression
  • 2 hours catch-up sleep on the weekend may ward off depression and as you'll be more awake...you may be more interesting than a garden gnome.

NEW JET WITH NO WINGS


                                            Source:  Oscar Vinals

  • The Sky OV Evo concept plane is designed to be the ultimate in luxury flying and innovative design.  Here are some key facts:
  • The plane has no traditional wings but is a blended wing design
  • Carries 300 people with seats assembled in 12 rows
  • Top speed of Mach 1.5 or 1,150 mph
  • Can fly New York City to London in less than 5 hours
  • Bladeless turbine engines with hydrogen propulsion
  • Hydrogen fuel and electric powered
  • Advanced engine technology to achieve high speeds with improved fuel efficiency
  • The ultimate in luxury flying, Sky OV Evo contains private suites, lounges and living rooms
  • Designed by renowned Spanish plane designer Oscar Vinals
  • Vinals says his concept was inspired by birds gliding in flight
  • Vinals is looking for an airline to buy his design and start manufacturing it
  • Some experts believe this is a look at the future of flying.

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