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leech plug unplugs itself when its done charging

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Did you know that those gadget A/C adapters all continue to consume a little power even when you’re not charging your portable electronics? This clever for a power plug takes care of that problem with a novel approach.

Designed by RISD student Conor Klein, the Outlet Regulator (aka “Leech Plug”) is thusly named because,…


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February 16th, 2010 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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clock combines digital, analog worlds

D/A Clock by Alvin Aronson

This amazing clock combines the 7-segment look of a modern LED or LCD clock, but messes with your head by making the digits come to life with a mechanical movement.

Designed and realized by RISD BFA student Alvin Aronson, the D/A Clock is a clever mash-up between the digital and analog universes. As the…


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March 12th, 2008 comments (14) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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