The gadgets for disaster zones (BBC) {concrete tents, inflatable hospitals, solar coolers}

[eppur_se_muova]

By Jack Lamport
BBC News

This year has seen a string of natural disasters and violent conflicts. But for those whose lives are in jeopardy - which recent inventions could prove significant?

Japan is recovering from a massive tsunami, Ivory Coast is reeling from a bloody power struggle, and Libya is facing a huge refugee crisis.

Thousands of people in these countries have lost their homes or been without safe or reliable access to food, water and medical supplies.

Many recent innovations have shown the potential to help them - but are yet to overcome cost hurdles.

Take Concrete Canvas Shelters, for example. British engineers Peter Brewin and Will Crawford came up with a fabric shelter that, when sprayed with water, turns to concrete within 24 hours.
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more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-13430408

[Shagbark Hickory]

1. I want.

[intaglio]

2. This group, based near me, is interesting

Shelterbox

They're pretty effective by all reports

[eppur_se_muova]

3. Interesting link! I hope others will take a look. nt