Finally, we close with brief comments on Hot Air, Two Faced, and The Bionic Human. First, manufacturers of HVAC equipment (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) have announced price increases of 5% to 7%. This is very similar to what occurred from 2004 – 2006. For their customers, the cost of Hot Air just went up. Second, the Commerce Department announced that solar panels that collect electricity on both sides would be exempt from anti-dumping duties, unlike the one sided panels common today. Utility scale projects are expected to use this exemption to bring millions of kilowatts of panels into the country duty free. With this action, we see the US Government as Two Faced. And third, researchers from the University of Newcastle have developed a 3D Printed Artificial Cornea. In addition, scientists at the university have developed a self-assembling cornea from 4D Biomaterials. These 4D Biomaterials can change shape or function when exposed to specific external stimuli. We see this as another step on the road to The Bionic Human.

 

 

 

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