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Tmsuk T-34 net-firing cellphone controlled security robot [Video]

Chris Davies, Jan 23rd 2009 Discuss [0]

When the robots come for you, first they try nets and then it's the lasers. Thankfully the Tmsuk T-34 only comes equipped with the former - at least for the moment - being in effect a remote-controlled car with an integrated net launcher. Designed by a Japanese robotics company in conjunction with a security firm, the Tmsuk T-34 is operated via a cellphone with live video feedback. Video demo of the net-firing T-34 robot after the cut Read The Full Story

iPod touch controlled DIY Airsoft Target Range: Video Demo

Chris Davies, Jan 22nd 2009 Discuss [0]

We're seeing more and more DIY electronics projects based on Arduino and ioBridge microprocessor modules here on SlashGear, as people discover how straightforward it can be to put together ostensibly complex prototypes. For instance, how about an affordable moving airsoft target range, for some indoor shooting practise: Arduino and ioBridge based, it's all controlled through a custom iPod touch web interface, so that nobody has to draw the short-straw and enter the line of fire to get things going. Check out the demo video after the cut Read The Full Story

Portal ASHPD Gun replica looks amazing

Chris Davies, Jan 21st 2009 Discuss [0]

Now there's love, and there's making your girlfriend an incredibly detailed replica of the Aperture Science Handheld Portal Device (ASHPD) gun from Portal. Planned from game screenshots and constructed out of such mundane items as an acrylic plunger handle, it lights up, has articulated claws and will generally go perfectly with said-girlfriend's Portal cosplay costume. Read The Full Story

DIY Net Gun: video demos

Chris Davies, Dec 29th 2008 Discuss [0]

If you have trouble getting dates, or find your vegetable patch is frequently raided by credit-crunch victims, this DIY Net Gun may be the answer. Constructed from PVC piping, four soda bottles, a 90-foot-square net and liberal quantities of compressed air, it's capable of launching a net 15 to 25 feet to ensnare your uninvited visitor/future wife. Check out the video demos after the cut Read The Full Story

Medicare to cover Palm Pistol ‘prescription handgun’?

Chris Davies, Dec 4th 2008 Discuss [2]

Back in September we wrote about the Palm Pistol, a single-shot gun intended for those with limited manual dexterity. Now comes word that, after some FDA pondering, the Palm Pistol has been designated a Class I Medical Device. That means that doctors will eventually be able to prescribe the weapon to qualified patients, who will then be able to claim the cost back through private or Medicare health insurance. Read The Full Story

PepperBall FlashLauncher video demo: Ouch

Chris Davies, Oct 27th 2008 Discuss [2]

Managing to be even more intimidating in a flashlight casing than Wicked Lasers' Spyder II GX, the PepperBall FlashLauncher incorporates not only a 100 lumen flashlight but semi-automatic firing of up to five individual pellets of hot pepper powder. Intended for law enforcement personnel as well as individuals, the FlashLauncher uses CO2 to launch the eye-stinging balls with a laser for targeting. Video demo of the PepperBall FlashLauncher after the cut Read The Full Story

Palm Pistol offers ergonomically alternative way to shoot someone

Chris Davies, Sep 29th 2008 Discuss [0]

I naively thought this was one of those DSLR lens cleaning bellows at first, but it's actually a gun. The Palm Pistol is an "ergonomically innovative" single-shot pistol intended for those with manual dexterity issues, such as arthritis, by using the thumb rather than the index finger to fire. That apparently reduces muzzle drift, so you're more likely to hit a target first time (which, considering there's only one bullet, is probably a good thing). Read The Full Story

The Unbreakable Fighting Umbrella slices watermelons

Abby McVay, Jul 14th 2008 Discuss [1]

We've all seen the movies with random elderly women beating the snot out of someone with her cane. Granted I've never seen that in real life I still tend to steer clear of anyone with a cane for fear they will knock me over the head with it. Maybe I've just watched The Lion King too many times. Now we have one more group to fear, those carrying umbrellas. Read The Full Story

Almost Real Halo Energy Sword

Christina Crouch, Jan 25th 2008 Discuss [0]

I happen to have my own energy sword from halo in the form of a blue squishy keychain. I do so love it as I’m sure (read: hope) many of your do too. I also happen to collect real swords so this “real” energy sword is pretty nifty to me and I want it. Read The Full Story

CES 2008: TASER unveil shocking leopard-print C2 stun-gun & MP3 holster

Chris Davies, Jan 7th 2008 Discuss [0]

For anybody who has looked at a TASER device before and thought "oh, but it won't go with my outfit", the company has released a leopard-print version of its C2 personal protection device, and are busy describing it as "fashion with a bite". Capable of pumping electricity through barbs with an up to fifteen foot range, the device is the latest in TASER's range to be aimed at women. Read The Full Story

Mini Weapons – Miniature Bazooka and Samurai Weapons

Christina Crouch, Nov 30th 2007 Discuss [0]

I’ve said it before and I’ll probably say it again: Girls love miniature things. However, this is one mini set I’d stay away from when picking out something for your sweetie, unless your sweetie is me, cause I think these are great! If you love weapons and Halo 3 just isn’t enough of a fix for you, you might stop buy ThinkGeek and pick up one or both of these miniature weapons sets. The bazooka sets are a 1/6th scale replicas of a Panzer Faust3, RPG-7, FIM-43, M20A1, and SA-18. Each set ($8.99) only lets you pick out two, so you may end up with doubles of one when you buy the complete series. Each bazooka comes with its own stand for maximum display-ability. Read The Full Story

Silent Guardian pain ray gun gets tested by journalist

James Allan Brady, Sep 20th 2007 Discuss [0]

Why is it that these journalists are always willing to jump in front of all these non-lethal weapons? This past year it was all the new tazers they came out with, now its military and police riot control weapons, how dumb are these guys? Regardless, another one of them was willing to hop in front of the Army’s latest, a ray gun not of death, just intense pain. Its called Silent Guardian, and they hate it when you call their ray gun a ray gun. It has a range of half a mile, which means you should be able to see it just before it brings you to your knees with so much pain some Excedrin just won’t cut it. Read The Full Story