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	<title>GeekAlerts &#187; astronaut</title>
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		<title>Apollo 11 Spacesuit Replica</title>
		<link>http://www.geekalerts.com/apollo-11-spacesuit-replica/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:14:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert Birming</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Style]]></category>
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After a good night sleep in the Space Shuttle Bed and a steady Astronaut Ice Cream breakfast, you can now get dressed for success with this Apollo 11 spacesuit replica.


The design and molds for this spacesuit replica were taken from an authentic NASA Apollo-era A7L garments. They are built to our exact specifications with the [...]]]></description>
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<p>After a good night sleep in the <a href="http://www.geekalerts.com/space-shuttle-bunk-bed/">Space Shuttle Bed</a> and a steady <a href="http://www.geekalerts.com/astronaut-ice-cream/">Astronaut Ice Cream</a> breakfast, you can now get dressed for success with this Apollo 11 spacesuit replica.</p>
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The design and molds for this spacesuit replica were taken from an <strong>authentic NASA Apollo-era A7L garments</strong>. They are built to our exact specifications with the highest attention paid to every detail.</p>
<p>Made from a heavy weight Nylon Cordura, this suit was built for wear and tear. It can be worn or placed on display. Truly fantastic for the collector or museum.
</p></blockquote>
<p>The <a href="http://www.thespacestore.com/ap11spre.html">Apollo 11 Spacesuit Replica</a> is yours for $9,500 from the Space Store webshop.</p>
<p><span class="via">(<a href="http://fashionablygeek.com/costumes/replica-apollo-11-spacesuit-the-ultimate-dustable/">Fashionably Geek</a> via <a href="http://www.ohgizmo.com/2008/11/04/apollo-11-spacesuit-replica/">OhGizmo</a>)</span></p>
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		<title>R/C Hovering Space Surfer</title>
		<link>http://www.geekalerts.com/rc-hovering-space-surfer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:31:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert Birming</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gadgets]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[astronaut]]></category>
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Here&#8217;s something you don&#8217;t see every day, a radio-controlled 9-inch &#8220;space surfer&#8221; that hovers in the air, spins 360 degrees, and moves left, right, backward and forward.


Capable of indoor or outdoor flights, the space surfer has dual propellers that generate enough thrust to send the device from a stationary position to 66-feet in the air [...]]]></description>
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<p>Here&#8217;s something you don&#8217;t see every day, a radio-controlled 9-inch &#8220;space surfer&#8221; that hovers in the air, spins 360 degrees, and moves left, right, backward and forward.</p>
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Capable of indoor or outdoor flights, the space surfer has dual propellers that generate enough thrust to send the device from a stationary position to 66-feet in the air without requiring a hand-launch.</p>
<p>The radio frequency remote control has proportional throttle and trim settings that allow it to be precisely controlled through climbs, descents, and turns.</p>
<p>The device is powered by a rechargeable battery that recharges via the included AC adapter. Remote has a 27 feet range and requires a 9-volt battery. Operates for 15 minutes after a 70-minute charge.
</p></blockquote>
<p>The <a href="http://www.hammacher.com/publish/75901.asp">R/C Hovering Space Surfer</a> is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for  $89.95.</p>
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		<title>R/C Dueling Space Marines</title>
		<link>http://www.geekalerts.com/rc-dueling-space-marines/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:01:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert Birming</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gadgets]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[astronaut]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[helicopter]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[infrared]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[laser]]></category>
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Remember the ZFlyer R/C Astronaut from earlier this year? This looks like a mini version of that radio controlled toy, but this one is sold in pair.

The goal here is to hit your opponent with laser beams, just like all those battling helicopters that have been popping up in all shapes and sizes lately.

This Dueling [...]]]></description>
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<p>Remember the <a href="http://www.geekalerts.com/zflyer-rc-astronaut/">ZFlyer R/C Astronaut</a> from earlier this year? This looks like a mini version of that radio controlled toy, but this one is sold in pair.</p>
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<p>The goal here is to hit your opponent with laser beams, just like all those <a href="http://www.geekalerts.com/battling-rc-helicopters/">battling helicopters</a> that have been popping up in all shapes and sizes lately.</p>
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This Dueling Space Marines Copter Set gets you a set of two mini r/c helicopters with infra-red laser tag style battle action. Take to the air from the palm of your hand then use the shoulder button on the remote unleash a plasma blast your opponent copter. Each shot causes the gun of your space marine to flash with simulated gunfire. The first hit causes your enemy to spin. The second makes the enemy copter lose power&#8230; the third cuts rotor power completely as your opponent plummets to the ground and you gloat in victory.
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<p>Here&#8217;s a video clip showing the dueling space marines in action:</p>
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<strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Set of two amazingly small Infrared Remote control helicopters look like Space Marines.</li>
<li>Helicopters battle by shooting invisible IR beams.</li>
<li>First hit makes your opponent spin, second hit they lose power, third hit they plummet to the ground.</li>
<li>Flashing Light on Gun time you Fire.</li>
<li>Realistic Space Blaster Sounds.</li>
<li>Intended for indoor use. Outdoor flying only under ZERO wind conditions.</li>
<li>Full Flight control with up/down and turn right/left.</li>
<li>Body is constructed from durable EPP foam.</li>
<li>Internal helicopter battery charges from remote control unit.</li>
<li>15 minute charge time, 5 &#8211; 7 minute flight time.</li>
<li>Extra tail rotors included.</li>
<li>Uses 6 AA Batteries (Not Included).</li>
</ul>
</blockquote>
<p>The <a href="http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/rc/a377/">Dueling Space Marines Copter Set</a> ($49.99) is available from ThinkGeek.</p>
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		<title>ZFlyer R/C Astronaut</title>
		<link>http://www.geekalerts.com/zflyer-rc-astronaut/</link>
		<comments>http://www.geekalerts.com/zflyer-rc-astronaut/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2008 19:09:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert Birming</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gadgets]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[astronaut]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[radio controlled]]></category>
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The ZFlyer Hand Command R/C toy features an innovative and unique control system, where you use your body to lead the way for the flying astronaut.


Hovering just above the ground in normal flight, when you place your hand underneath him, he’ll follow your lead so you can control his flight with hand gestures. It’s almost [...]]]></description>
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<p>The ZFlyer Hand Command R/C toy features an innovative and unique control system, where you use your body to lead the way for the flying astronaut.</p>
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Hovering just above the ground in normal flight, when you place your hand underneath him, he’ll follow your lead so you can control his flight with hand gestures. It’s almost like that game where you have to keep the football from touching the ground – except Hand Command won’t hit the ground, he’ll stop just short of it.
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<p>Here&#8217;s a demonstration video of this fun toy:</p>
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Playing with a Hand Command is almost like taking your own pet astronaut out for a walk! Why not make up games involving passing him between two people? You can ‘throw’ him a short distance before he goes back to level flight. Featuring auto-stabilising rotor technology, Hand Command is simple to fly and will stay upright with no effort at all.
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<p>Ten minutes in the charging base unit is enough to keep the <a href="http://www.thumbsupuk.com/products/Hand-Command.htm">ZFlyer Hand Command</a> airborne for seven minutes. The toy is available from Thumbs Up for £24.99 (about $49 USD).</p>
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		<title>Space Explorer Lamp</title>
		<link>http://www.geekalerts.com/space-explorer-lamp/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:07:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert Birming</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Design]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[astronaut]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lamp]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lightning]]></category>
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If you&#8217;re still not satisfied after having both the Star Trek Chandelier and the Rocket Lamp hanging from the ceiling, try this space theme lightning.

The Space Explorer Flush Mount Fixture ($186) features a black top plate with stars and planets, then you have a chrome satellite with two light bulbs as its engines, and last [...]]]></description>
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<p>If you&#8217;re still not satisfied after having both the <a href="http://www.geekalerts.com/star-trek-chandelier/">Star Trek Chandelier</a> and the <a href="http://www.geekalerts.com/rocket-lamp/">Rocket Lamp</a> hanging from the ceiling, try this space theme lightning.</p>
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<p>The <a href="http://eco-lights.com/children-lighting/space-explorer-flush-mount-fixture_2637_31.php">Space Explorer Flush Mount Fixture</a> ($186) features a black top plate with stars and planets, then you have a chrome satellite with two light bulbs as its engines, and last but not least; two astronauts in their white space suits.</p>
<p><span class="via">(Via <a href="http://www.7gadgets.com/2007/11/15/space-explorer-lighting/3356">7Gadgets</a>)</span></p>
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