Tech universe: Monday, 12 July

The Loreo 3D 'lens in a cap' can take your DSLR to a whole new dimension.

A round-up of the latest technology news from around the globe.

BULLET-PROOF LIQUID: Kevlar alone slows bullets, but add a special liquid and bullets don't have a chance. The molecules in the liquid 'custard' lock together to stop the bullet when it strikes. Movie soundtracks may need to add a new 'splash' sound effect. More at BBC

SEAWATER AIRCON: The Bora Bora Intercontinental draws up cold seawater from a pipe that goes 1Km deep. It then uses the cold to power its air conditioning systems, saving around 90% of its energy costs. Simple, and very cool.

BENDY BIKE: A British inventor has designed a bendable bike. Ride it as usual, then wrap it around a lamp post and lock it to itself. The bendable part is made of a series of glass-filled nylon sections.
Clearly the product of a warped sense of humour. Details at Scotsman.

SPECCY 2 EYES: The Loreo Stereo Lens-in-a-cap attaches to a regular DSLR camera. It creates one photo with 2 side by side images for your 3D viewing pleasure. Special glasses not included. More here.

BROADBAND ON DEMAND: Villagers in rural Iwade in the UK wanted broadband, so they made it happen. They had potential suppliers tender and selected a suitable option. Now 40Mbit/s Internet is on its way.
Where there's a will there's broadband. V3 reports.