10 Incredible Things That Can Be Made By Just Adding Water
Funny, Lists, Science, Shocking, TechnologyThe future is an extremely subjective scenario that varies from one person to another. Depending on who you ask, it can be extremely bright or extremely bleak. There is no doubt, however, that technology will play a major role in shaping the landscape of the next few decades. Again, depending on who you ask, technology can be a savior or an executioner. Still, there are many things even the most pessimistic person can be excited about. Take instant products for example. There are several products out there that are under-development which are designed to spring to life by simply adding water to them. These products can be life-saving in the future and is something we need to follow closely. Here is a list of 10 amazing products that can be used by simply adding water to them.
Freeze-Dried Foods
If we are looking at a dystopian future, food is bound to be in shortage. This is why concepts like freeze-dried foods created by NASA will help us from turning on each other. These dehydrated and freeze-dried foods were first introduced during Project Gemini, and have now become an integral part of space missions.
Instant Toilet Paper
If we have to live through the next phase of environmental degradation, it is important that we start finding more novel ways of recycling our wastes. A Japanese company has been leading the way in this area by creating a machine that converts shredded paper into toilet paper by just adding one magical ingredient – water.
Instant Underpants
Imagine how easy packing your bags for long journeys would be if you could carry all your vital essentials in a small tin can. Archie McPhee Company managed to take a bold step in this direction by creating emergency underpants you can create by just adding water.
Powdered Alcohol
Carrying large volumes of alcohol around is troublesome affair and things are bound to get a little messy. Mark Phillips, a genius inventor, has created an absolute game-changer that will be adored by alcoholics around the world. He calls his product Palcohol, a powder that instantly converts into alcohol with the simple addition of water.
Japanese Sushi-Candy
Leave it to the Japanese to create a truly multi-faceted product. Not only can you create some candy by adding water to this product, but the candy also tastes like sushi, just in case you were craving for some raw fish.
The Pyramids And Water
Creating an ancient wonder like the pyramids must not have been easy, especially considering the state of technology at that moment in time. A vital ingredient in making the pyramids come to life was water. The workers at the time created liquid bridges by adding water to the sand in order to make them easier to transport.
Microscopic Origami
Researchers at the University of Twente in Netherlands have found a way to create origami at a microscopic level. They have taken a piece of silicon nitride, which is about the size of a grain of sand, and managed to fold in into different shapes using a single drop of water.
Instant Superhero
Action figures are great, but there is nothing like the real-thing, right? Toy manufacturers have come to realize this fact, which is why they are promising something truly unique. You can now add water to this Spider-Man action figure, and within 72 hours, this product will grow to nearly 6 times its original size.
Add Water For Pet
We have pretty much heard of instant-everything now, but have you ever heard of instant-pets? Sea-monkeys are the first of their kind. They are actual intelligent creatures that can be brought to life by simply adding some water in a tank.
Instant Presidential Head
Chias are everywhere now, and you get them in all sorts of shapes and sizes. The latest fad involves adding water to a Chia that inflates to become an actual President’s head.