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Byline: Verity Burns Keep your car dust and crumb-free with the best car vacuums from the likes of Dyson, Shark and Eufy The best car vacuums are the most convenient [...]

In this paper, we propose a path planner for a Robotic Vacuum Cleaner (RVC). In the design of the planner, we consider two main issues: (1) human-friendly path generation and (2) low computational load. First, we analyze how human move and suggest a hypothesis that human navigate in a way that minimizes the sum of muscle and brain energy. By imitating the human path, we propose a humanfriendly path planner. Also, the designed planner requires a low amount of computations which not only extends the battery running time but also decreases the hardware cost of the RVC. Experimental results show that the proposed path gives a more favorable impression to customers than conventional paths. Index Terms--Robotic vacuum cleaner, human-friendly path, motion planning, rectilinear environment.

Minneapolis, MN-based Orfield Laboratories, through its Sound Quality Working Group, conducted a research called Paradigm Study to provide a basis for manufacturers and retailers to re-evaluate the acoustical quality of their products. In addition, the study was intended to verify Asian and American manufacturers' opinions on vacuum-cleaner noise and inferred performance of the product in terms of visual appearance. The results of the study are discussed., Vacuum cleaners are an area which is very useful in demonstrating the benefits of using high-quality perceptual and cognitive market research. An expert in acoustical engineering can generally solve product-noise [...]

Disabled people often have difficulty in finding domestic appliances which are simple to use. Generally speaking food processors are not designed with people with special needs in mind as they have sharp blades and have to be put together with some force. Microwave ovens were quite good, but toasters seemed to make the control buttons quite small. Irons were generally quite heavy and it was difficult to see water levels. Information on products, suppliers and prices is included.

Used in shop and on-site, FEIN Turbo I and II compact class vacuum cleaners extract dust from power tools and clean workplaces. Wet and dry vacuum cleaner provides protective filter [...]

Makers of vacuum cleaners are always looking for new ways to maximize the performance of their products. They want increased airflow efficiency better motor life, yet at the same time, [...]

But with the growing number of vacuum cleaner makes and models on the market today, it becomes increasingly important to understand just what a HEPA vacuum cleaner is. Q: What [...]

Kirby Co. used the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) laser holography system to study and improve the design of vacuum cleaner fans. Company engineers used NASA's software for jet engines to re-design the fan, which is 300% to 400% more reliable and offers an 80% or 10-decibel reduction in noise. Kirby is also using NASA's stereo imaging velocity technology to analyze particle distribution and flow visualization., NASA technology helps improve vacuum cleaner design Competition for the million or so consumers who buy vacuum cleaners every month is intense, and appliance engineers use all the design resources [...]

Designer and innovator James Dyson has finally succeeded in opening his own factory, 15 years after he first thought of the idea of producing a cyclonic vacuum cleaner. He has had to struggle to bring his Dyson Cyclone vacuum cleaner to the production stage, and his idea was even copied at one stage by a US company. Variations on the cyclone design theme have now been licensed, however, and profits from these deals allowed Dyson to set up his own production unit. This is now making up to 4,000 cleaners a month, and employs 40 people.

The electric floor care industry offers a wide assortment of products from traditional uprights to deep cleaning machines. The traditional upright is the most popular vacuum cleaner and comes in two different motor designs: a direct-air system and a bypass clean air system. Other types of vacuums include the attached tool upright and canister. Deep cleaning machines use water spray units to penetrate carpets and provide better cleaning action than vacuum cleaners., Understanding a consumer's cleaning needs is key to understanding the industry and increasing sales. Successful floor care retailers sell clean floors, not just vacuums and other cleaner machines. Matching consumers [...]

A high profile scheme in Bath by Wilkinson Eyre Architects will be delayed by at least a year because of local opposition. The firm's proposed design school for vacuum cleaner [...]

INSPIRATION IN A BOX: In a project worthy of a Boy Scout merit badge, nine lucky up-and-coming furniture designers received a FedEx box two weeks ago with a challenge inside: [...]

MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO. LTD., Tokyo, has established a unit in Nuevo Leon state, Mexico, to manufacture home appliances. The plant, Matsushita's 10th in Mexico, will boost output of vacuum [...]

The Hydro-X Pad & Carpet Extraction System is now complete. Adding Bolden's new G.T.O.* Vac-Pac to your Hydro-X Extreme Extractor means you can now have a totally self-contained extraction system [...]

Pro-Team has added several flew features to its TailVac hip-style vacuum, all in the name of comfort and ergonomics. There is a reshaped padded waist belt, new optional monostrap and [...]

When it comes to commercial vacuum some seemingly meaningless features may end up being very important. Conversely, some features that may seem really special at first may end up not [...]

Designer James Dyson points out that stylishly designed goods must also be efficient at the job they have been made to carry out. Dyson designed the Dual Cyclone vacuum and from its outstanding success on the market he was been able to build a factory. His company has a annual turnover of 100 million pounds sterling. Dyson's most recent vacuum is a see-through model. Dyson has become involved in talking to children about design and he has contributed 100,000 pounds sterling to the London Design Museum for an education resource facility. Dyson worked on his first designs for 15 years.

While the full-sized vacuum cleaner market appears on the surface to be a mature and saturated product category, nothing could be further from the truth. The number of full-sized units [...]

Orange agents You may not have realised it, but last Thursday was 'O Day'. This has nothing to do with the liberation of Kuwait and everything to do with reinventing [...]