Atlas V launches Navy satellite into space

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V 551 successfully launches the U.S. Navy's fourth Mobile User Objective System (MUOS-4) satellite. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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20 km high space elevator tower planned

A revolutionary plan to build a 20 kilometre high inflatable structure to propel spacecraft into the atmosphere has been announced by Canadian company Thoth Technology. Jim Drury reports.

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Electric Swincar transforms off roading experience

An electric car that mimics a spider's movement makes it possible to drive off-road on tough terrain without noise or pollution. Rough cut. (No reporter narration)

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Deaf mice cured with gene therapy

Researchers in Boston have used gene therapy to successfully restore hearing in deaf mice. They say that for humans, the research could one day make conventional deafness technologies like cochlear implants, unnecessary and obsolete. Ben Gruber reports.

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Flameless gas stoves more efficient and cleaner, say inventors

Polish firm markets flameless gas stoves which it says are far more efficient and cleaner than open-flame models. Edward Baran reports.

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German scientists' high hopes for 'budget' moon rover

German scientists hope to see their home-made, low-cost, robot examining the moon in the near future while they work on ways to lower risks of malfunctioning. Edward Baran reports.

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Electronic surf devices keep sharks at bay

With an increased number of surfers being attacked by sharks at New South Wales beaches, some are resorting to using personal electronic repellent devices to lessen their chances of being bitten. Edward Baran reports.

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