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This month’s cubed takes a fascinating look at zero gravity design. Iconic designer Marc Newson will be designing the interior of a new space jet, due to be launched in 2012. Marc talks about some of the unique challenges he faces in creating designs that can withstand zero gravity and address the safety issue of passengers floating inside the craft and coping with the G-force.

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The Perfect Glide
New software shows that gliding is the key to winning at swimming
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3D Colour X-rays

Detailed images of cancers and more sophisticated airport security are now on the horizon.  
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Modern seat © Roberta Casaliggi - iStockphoto

Zero gravity design

London based designer Marc Newson tackles his toughest design challenge yet.
HECToR supercomputer © 2007 UoE HPCX Ltd
Supercomputer Power
The UK’s most powerful computer is accelerating science.
iCub robot © italkproject.org
iTalk Robots
A unique opportunity to test language acquisition with a robot that behaves like a child.
© Morgan LIFECar
The Sustainable Car

Fuel-efficient clean energy LIFECar shows how the motor industry could go green.

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