The next decade or so promises to be an exciting time for science and innovative technology. Ideas that were once the preserve of imaginative science fiction writers are moving closer to becoming reality, and if you thought the advancements made over the last couple of decades were impressive, they are likely to be put firmly in to the shade by upcoming innovations. Here are ten incredible technological improvements we can expect to see in upcoming years, many of which are already at a very well developed stage of planning.
 
1. Revolving Buildings



The transformation of Dubai into a global city, international business hub and one of the richest places in the world is a story in itself. And while it is now associated with wealth and decadence, it also provides a platform for some incredible architectural innovations, including Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
The latest addition to this collection is the 'Dynamic Tower', a rotating building made of 59 independently rotating floors that will move at 6 meters per minute, meaning those inside get an ever changing view of the world outside without noticing that they're being spun around. Each floor will also have its own wind turbine that will create enough energy to power the building and several others. It's all still a design concept as things stand, but the technology is far from out of reach and we can expect rotating, energy producing buildings in the near future.
Video introducing Dynamic Tower:

Dubai Rotating Tower (Video)

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3. Energy Produced by Nature



The idea of solar energy is not exactly a new concept, but it is starting to make the sort of strides that could ensure that we are much less reliant on unsustainable fuel sources like gas and coal. This is largely because the cost of producing the technology needed to harness the sun's energy is coming down, so the price-per-watt is becoming more and more affordable.
A company called Sandia have invented a solar cell that uses 100 times less material than current solar panels. In fact, the Sandia cells are microscopic in comparison and are well on the way to eliminating the biggest obstacle to the widespread use of solar power - the expense of producing the technology. They are also flexible enough to be suspended in liquid or over a variety of surfaces so they could, theoretically, cover a whole car for example.

Technology Developed In New Mexico Could Make Solar Cells Smaller, More Powerful (Video)

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5. Self-Powered Warm Clothing



If you think that changes in clothing design are more about aesthetics than scientific advancements, then think again. Outdoor clothing in particular has developed hugely in recent years, with adventurous types being offered lighter and thinner ways to insulate and waterproof themselves on hikes and climbs. The best is yet to come however, as scientists are working on 'fiber-based nanogenerators' designed to harness the energy you use as you walk to keep you warm. So rather than having to wear five or six layers in winter, you could soon have a sweater with a built-in central heating system.