Michael Plishka - Michael Plishka is an experienced innovator with over 17 years of experience. He has worked, almost exclusively, in the medical device arena, a highly challenging and patent mined landscape. Still, he has over 15 patents issued and pending in the US and internationally. He is an accomplished performing musician and artist who teaches and writes with joy and passion. In addition to his Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering he has a Masters of Theology - just because.
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Sunglass Contact Lenses (GALLERY)
Automatically Darkening Contact Lenses on the HorizonWe’ve all seen the sunglasses that magically darken in the presence of light; those glasses are coated with a substance that reacts to Ultraviolet (UV) Light. While this technology is tried and true on…
Published 484 Views
Intuitive Bowling Balls (VIDEO)
Global 900’s Remote Control Bowling BallAhh, bowling. The sport that seems to polarize like no other - you either love it or you hate it. For a sport that is now on the fringes of the sport world, it is often the object of attempts to bring…
Published 776 Views
Breath-Focused Music (GALLERY)
30+ Year Study Shows We Aren't Breathing Deeply EnoughIt seems to some extent that we all take breathing for granted. It’s easy to do. After all, we do it without even having to think about it. It seems odd then that something like breathing should be the…
Published 951 Views
Inspirational Bling (GALLERY)
Michele Conti's Swarovski Inspiretee Uses Crystals for CheerInspiretees are the brainchild of Michele Conti, an accomplished and award-winning seamstress who says she got her inspiration for this blinged-out fashion collection while listening to one of her pastor’s…
Published 943 Views
Printing Organs (VIDEO)
Tech-Savvy Tissue Replacement is as Easy as Pressing Ctrl+PThere are multiple problems with replacing our organs when they get damaged. First, there is a waiting list for obtaining new organs if they are actually replaceable. Second, even if a suitable replacement…
Published 858 Views
Amazing Fabric Art (VIDEO)
Benjamin Shine's Pushed, Pulled & Pleated Tulle MasterpieceThis one piece of tulle fabric has been pressed and pulled, pleated and pushed by artist Benjamin Shine to create an amazing 3’x4’ work of art. This piece is currently on exhibit at the Courvoisier Future…
Published 1,122 Views
Virtual Mindmapping (VIDEO)
'Personal Brain' Software Opens up the Realm of InformationOne of the virtues of mindmapping is that it has the capability to depict information in non-linear fashion. Mindmapping has been taken to a new level with Personal Brain software from TheBrain.com. This…
Published 1,235 Views
Technology Enhanced Movie Going (GALLERY)
Runpee.com Shows Best Time to Urinate During MoviesWe’ve all been in that situation. We’re sitting at the movies and our bladders are filling up at a quicker pace than the flick is moving along. We realize that we’re going to need to go soon but we…
73 Views
Personal Brainwave Recorders (VIDEO)
The Forehead-Mounted Zeo Sleep Monitor Tracks Sleep HabitsWhen talking about creativity with clients, I emphasize the fact that without proper sleep, you will be fighting an uphill battle with regards to being creative. Now, a new sleep monitoring system can…
Published 1,278 Views
Extreme Rollerblading (GALLERY)
Dirk Auer Takes on Roller Coaster with Special BladesSince I was a kid, I've always had a fascination with downhill and speed - it's probably why I like luge. To me it seemed like a no-brainer to invent a sport that brings together ice and speed in a new…
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Interactive Digital Art (VIDEO)
The Tenori Pop Project is a Cool Community InterfaceWe’ve seen those cool projection games in movie theaters that project soccer fields onto the floor of the theater and you kick a virtual ball around. Okay, maybe you haven’t. Nevertheless, now interactive…
Published 1,117 Views
Wearable Eco Chargers (GALLERY)
The Solar Vest Lets You Charge Gadgets AnywhereOne of the prices people pay for being techies is not having enough power to keep our plethora of devices vibrant and working all the time in any place. It never seems like there’s an electrical socket…
Published 1,427 Views
Celiac Social Networking (VIDEO)
GlutenFreeFaces.com Exists for Wheat-Free PeopleEarlier this year I attended a Gluten-Free expo that was a wonderful mix of entrepreneurially-minded gluten-free cooks. Now, followers of a gluten-free lifestyle can meet on a new social networking site,…
Published 1,214 Views
Cidada Sugar Sensors (GALLERY)
Scientists Use Wings to Improve Blood Glucose MonitoringInspiration can come on the wings of the wind, or cicadas. While walking through the poster sessions at a conference, researcher Dr. Paul Stoddart’s eyes were drawn to a photograph of the nano-structure…
Published 1,033 Views
Chalk One Up For Ingenuity (GALLERY)
Writable Blackboard Surfaces on Coffee MugsI don’t know about you but my cupboard is full of multiple coffee mugs with various decorations or messages on them. The images on the mugs act as identifiers when friends come over to reminders of past…
802 Views
Liquified Fat Lasers (VIDEO)
LifeSculpt Liposuction Drains the FlubIn weight loss advertisements it’s common to hear the phrase, “Seemingly melts fat away...” That statement is truly a reality, as Palomar Medical Technologies now offers a liposuction technique that literally…
Published 1,510 Views
Morphing Billboards (GALLERY)
German Bus Stop Exposes the Duality of Domestic ViolenceDomestic violence is different from other types of violence in that it happens and no one sees it. In a way you could say nobody is looking. In Germany, a bus stop sign has taken domestic violence awareness…
Published 2,977 Views
Good Vibe Workouts (VIDEO)
Brio Active Healthclub Shakes You To Health in Half the TimeUtilizing a combination of vibrating plate technology and rotating cable assemblies, Brio Active has created a new fitness experience. This vibratory exercise regimen gives the equivalent of 60 minutes…
Published 789 Views
Wetsuit Wine Carriers (GALLERY)
The ChillinJoy Neoprene Cooler Makes For Portable Bottle ProtectionInspiration comes from the darnedest places, and the ChillinJoy is an example of that. While swimming in cold Lake Michigan waters, the husband and wife creators of the ChillinJoy noticed how well they…
Published 869 Views
Sickness-Fighting Sleeves (VIDEO)
Inventive Moms Prevent the Spread of Bacteria With the Germy WormOnce upon a time people were taught to cough and sneeze into their hands. But since most people don’t wash their hands after populating them with biological matter, hands just become a great way of transmitting…
Published 998 Views
Elastic Electronics (VIDEO)
University of Tokyo Creates Sensor Packed SkinsResearchers at the University of Tokyo have found a way to manufacture highly stretchable and yet conductive materials. While other conductive materials exist, none so far have the stretchiness or the…
Published 1,128 Views
Portable Vein Detection (VIDEO)
Accuvein Launches Handheld Vein Illuminating DeviceAt some time or another, all of us are going to have our veins poked so that a clinician can put something into, or take something out of, our circulatory systems. For some people, this can be an agonizing…
Published 1,226 Views
Floating Autos (VIDEO)
Spira Foam Car to be Automotive X PRIZE Winner?When we think of materials for a car, seldom do we think of using foam. That is precisely what Spira is using to make their Automotive X PRIZE entry. Made of 90% foam, the car gets 100 mpg and reaches…
Published 1,290 Views
Flexible Concrete (GALLERY)
Researchers Develop Self-Healing ConcreteThe human body is an amazing piece of engineering. Cut your skin, and the body recognizes the cut and starts a series of reactions that closes off the injury and heals the wound. Taking a cue from the…
Published 1,633 Views
Aerial Drug Sniffing (GALLERY)
Dutch Police Use 'Canna Chopper' To Find CannabisWhen it comes to finding drugs, canines are particularly effective at sniffing out the goods. The problem with dogs is that they don’t fly. To solve that problem the Dutch Police have launched a cannabis…
Published 1,747 Views
Doodle Cushions- Inmod Lets You Design Your Own Pillows Online (GALLERY)
Sometimes when you’re decorating, you just can’t find the pillow that’s the right color or right design. Now if you can’t find it, you can put on your designer hat and create your ultimate pillow. Using…Published 1,842 Views
Superhero City Views (GALLERY)
Sears Tower in Chicago to Open Glass Bottomed Sky DeckMany people would love to be able to have a literal bird’s eye view of the world. The problem is that planes are expensive, and there are few places available where a person can look down at the landscape…
Published 2,230 Views
Sprint Graffiti (GALLERY)
Anonymous Chicago Street Artist Depicts Former Governor BlagojevichEven though former Illinois Governor Blagojevich can no longer run for office, he keeps running - jogging to keep himself fit. A Chicago artist is keeping the image of the disgraced Governor alive in…
Published 3,937 Views
Giant Model Rockets (VIDEO)
Saturn V is the Largest Amateur-Built Rocket Ever LaunchedI used to love launching model rockets as a kid. This takes it to a whole new level. At 11 meters high, this rocket made by amateur Steve Eves is a thing of beauty--and coolness. It took approximately…
Published 2,416 Views
Virtual Reality Aquariums (VIDEO)
Canon Gives “Swimming With the Fishes” A New MeaningGoing to the aquarium is always an experience of wonder. But, for those times when you can’t get to the aquarium, Canon has developed a technology that lets you bring a virtual aquarium to you. Simply…
Published 1,359 Views
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 Intuitive Bowling BallsVideo is very cool! I don't think too many individuals will pop for this -it'll be the bowling alleys. Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Mother Nature MechanicsAlso check out the Biomimicry Institute and more specific ties to problem solving at AskNature.org Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Morphing BillboardsAnd notice it when they see... Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Giant Model RocketsMarcus, I was thinking the exact same thing. This ain't no group of C6-5's! But, if one guy can do it.... Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Easter Egg Inspired DesignsCool stuff! Brings a tear of happiness to this Pysanka Making Ukrainian ;-) Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Ultra-Light BicyclesGreat points Josh. What is intriguing in this design over the Slingshot or ERB's is the decidedly more aggressive use of tensegrity. Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Anti-Hemorrhoid SeatsHa! LOVE the idea for an 'ewwww' icon reaction button. Trending "ewwww"....hmmm.... Comment by Michael Plishka |
 High Tech Athlete TrainingI already pinged USA Luge about it. I would've loved getting feedback on sled orientation/position while sliding. Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Innovative Edible PackagingThe idea indeed rocks! who wouldda thunk it! Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Nanotech Scalp CareIt's only a matter of time, bro... Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Swarovski Encrusted AutosI think I'm going to design a Swarovski embedded Swarovski... Comment by Michael Plishka |
 Bacon in a CanI don't think farm pigs live 10 years! Comment by Michael Plishka |
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