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Two MIT researchers are working on creating "smart sand," a system in which people can bury a small object, then, moments later, pull out a 3D duplicate of that object, created out of the particles.

The best solutions are often the simplest. Overcomplicated gadgets and flashy innovations might grab attention, but smart design focuses on making life easier. Some ideas are so clever yet ...