Predicted by the end of this century, Everest will not have ice again

Through a study, scientists predict that by the end of the 21st century glaciers in Everest will be much reduced. In the worst case scenario, the number of glaciers will be lost could reach 99.9 percent or practically disappear.

"Glacier change signal in the future is clear, certainly continue and likely increase its velocity along the projected temperature rise," said Joseph Shea, a glacier hydrology expert of the International Center for Integrated Mountain Development, which conducted the study.

Researchers taking measurements in the Mera Glacier region of the Dudh Kosi basin. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LHEwxX)

Glaciers contain large amounts of water. The loss of glaciers in the short term it will make the water seem abundant. However, in the long term, the loss of glaciers will make citizens about the water supply shortage.

Not only that, the loss of glaciers will trigger a landslide and earthquake. Rapid melting of glaciers will also trigger flooding. The volume of water that flooded up to 100 times greater than normal.

EurekaAlert! reported on Wednesday, May 27, 2015, Shea and his colleagues used data obtained from weather stations around Everest through monitoring for 50 years for the study. They then do modeling and calibration to determine the fate of the glaciers in the future.

The research revealed that in 2100, Everest can actually be an area that had no ice. The research results published in the journal The Cryosphere on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 last. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | EUREKALERT!]

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Seeing La Latina 900

Filled with the classic impression that adorn in every detail on a modified version of a 1976's Kawasaki Z900 big motorcycle. Starting from the bodywork, custom parts, the selection of colors and other details that exist on this motorcycle.

1976 Kawasaki Z900 transformed into La Latina 900. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1GQQ5Dt)

Pablo and Carlos Delgado two Spanish brother are the figure behind the success in modifying the big motorcycle until it could be seen more cool with the café racer style. The initial focus were the making of its bodywork design, whereas all handmade by using a metal plate material.

As mentioned above, this motorcycle using a base of 1976 Kawasaki Z900, and they named this project as 'La Latina 900' which is all done in their own workshop, Valtorón.

Left side view of La Latina 900. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1GQQ5Dt)

By having experience in the forging metal craft, the two brother began by making and designing their own bodywork. They used alloy materials also as the base material to complemented the metal plate they use. Starting from the tank, the seat holder that was integrated with its stern, chain cover, headlamp holder, fender, triple clamp/ tripletree, as well as the plate-number holder were the parts that gets their custom touches.

Here are several pictures of La Latina 900. (All pictures taken from: http://bit.ly/1GQQ5Dt)

Then switch to the machinery sector, with the aim to rejuvenate the engine's performance, so they re-setting all engine components and replacing the old-parts with the new one and 26 mm Mikuni carburetor plus K&N filter systems are also installed.

The new exhaust system of the Delgado brothers that embraced the pipe configuration of 4-into 4 by using alloy materials. For accessories, custom tank lid is also believed to be a unique detail that boost the impression of 'different'. Moreover, to the forefoot sector adopted 36 mm fork, while on the rear the Showa part used as the shock absorber.

296 mm double disc-brake in the front and 200 mm drum brakes for the rear sector is believed to stop the bike. Another distinctive items ie the 'Valtorón' emblem on the side of the tank, front fender and calter engine and 'La Latina 900' emblem stick to slick on the side of its battery cover..

Coupled with the color selection of original iron plate color and copper color on the frame increasingly make it seem 'different' with many other café racer modifications which appeared with glossy paint.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PIPEBURN]

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The latest Hybrid models of Renault coming soon

Other manufacturers such as Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz has released an electric car that will compete in the global market in the future. However, Renault not want to lose competitiveness with their new hybrid model named 'Renault Eolab', which will soon be marketed.

Renault Eolab concept at the Geneva Motor Show 2015. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1K3ArFQ)

Renault Eolab first exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show in March, 2015. The car equipped hybird features as the main powertrain for producing power 75 hp, thanks to the three-cylinder engine capacity of 1.0 liter, and 6.7 kwh battery.

And Eolab body pinned many advanced materials such as aluminum with magnesium, and carbon fiber composites. So the electric car's weight is only 955 kg.

Renault Eolab able to drive as far as 60 km only on its battery power. Renault will mass production for the global market "soon" said Jerome Stol, President and CEO of Renault Samsung Motors.

"Plug-in hybrids may be expensive at the moment, but they will eventually come down in price and be affordable in the mainstream sector," he added as quoted by Autonews on June 1, 2015.

Because Renault brings hybrid technology is not justified by the sales price would soar far as other competitors. Renault will not be positioned as high-end to Eolab, so many calculations are more mature than the cost of production, so that selling prices remain affordable. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTONEWS]

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Strange, Unique and Eco-friendly Vehicle

The Cree SAM is a product of Swiss company Cree Ltd. The SAM is an environmentally friendly zero emissions vehicle powered by an electric motor.

Only 80 Cree SAM's have been produced so far, and most were bought by private consumers for public testing in Switzerland.

A Swiss unique and eco-friendly vehicle, Cree SAM. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qoxrnd)

Front view of Cree SAM. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qoxrnd)

The electric motor of the Cree SAM is capable of propelling the 3-wheeler up to 53 mph (85 km/h). And on a full charge the SAM has a range of 30 - 45 miles (50 -70 kilometers).

Left side view of Cree SAM. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qoxrnd)

Rear view of Cree SAM. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Qoxrnd)

The lightweight Cree SAM is built on an extruded aluminum chassis, and the two occupants, seated in tandem, are protected by the air-filled, double wall, thermoplastic body. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CREE]

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Scientists using biodegradable materials to heal broken bones

Scientists at the Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh developed a biodegradable material or which can decompose naturally to help repair broken bones.

Although some broken bones can be fixed with a simple cast, fractures are more complicated, requiring metal screws, pins, blocks or plates to keep bones in place it should be.

Fractured Bones Heal With Customized Biodegradable Parts. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1KNYPfX)

According to Prashant Kumta, professor of bioengineering of the University of Pittsburgh, "With today's technology, if someone is having a severe fracture, whether as a result of war injuries such as in Iraq or Afghanistan or traffic accidents, surgeons had no other choice but to use synthetic materials, such as titanium, stainless steel or polymer material that can not decompose naturally."

This means it may be tied to such material in their lifetime. The material can be moved, but related operations can cause medical problems.

Biodegradable parts made from iron and magnesium based alloys customized with a 3-D printer. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1KNYPfX)

Kumta and his team of bachelor students seeks to avoid this problem by designing a material that is printed with a 3-D printer that is appropriate for the patient's body, and can be absorbed or released when new tissue growth and wound has healed.

In the laboratory, Kumta team has developed a mixture of magnesium and iron as the base material. He called magnesium, a mineral needed by the 300 biochemical reactions in the body, "the right partner" for such techniques.

"Mix it had mechanical character that matches the original bone, either of strength or density. The mixture had a density that is appropriate and in accordance with the original bone," he said.

Bone cells attach to 3-D-printed scaffolding. When bone completely heals the material will degrade. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1KNYPfX)

Instead of using ink, 3-D printer belongs to them using a special binder on the tape. The computer sends instructions to mix droplets of glue with mineral powder. Portions were tailor made to suit the needs, layer after layer.

"We can create original bone as the missing bone from a patient," said Kumta.

Kumta team is also currently examining the calcium phosphate putty new formula that could be injected to fill the space between the bones were broken. Plate or screws were printed by the printer 3-D and can be broken down naturally will accommodate or resist the putty material.

"The plates will provide mechanical power needed to sustain the putty, and help the healing of bone and bone formation," he said.

Pre-clinical trials are being carried out on animals. Kumta say this is a revolutionary work, and offer better results for patients. "Instead of planting a screw or plate," he said, "a doctor can provide a method of healing the patient body's ability to regenerate." *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VOA NEWS]

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Seeing One Cool Pick-up of Hyundai

It's no secret if the pickup is generally more concerned with the utility rather than aesthetics. This type of car haulage and virtues is the ability to cruise all terrain. But not for Hyundai. Through the cold hands of Peter Schreyer, Hyundai / Kia Chief Designer, Santa Cruz is a Hyundai pickup concept that looks cool with a very sporty look. Please see the picture, how the front face, the silhouette of the body side to the tub-full of muscular athletic stern nan proportionally.

Hyundai Santa Cruz Truck Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1FvIPIR)

According Hyndai, this car is built for "Urban Adventurers" aka the urban adventurer. Yup, the designers of Hyundai truck combines traditional elements with modern and aggressive look. It can be seen from the hexagonal grille, dual lens headlights, LED fog lamp, large-diameter wheels, thin tires, and Brembo brakes. As well as the shape of the car roof and tub.

Right side view of Hyundai Santa Cruz Truck Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1FvIPIR)

Santa Cruz is designed as a crossover pickup. He did not use a ladder chassis is commonly used pickup conventional workers. This means that the toughness needed further verification. Even so, the pickup whose dimensions are slightly smaller than the Chevrolet Colorado is claimed to have the ability to transport no less great.

Santa Cruz uses a turbodiesel engine that has a capacity of 2,000 cc, capable of spewing the power up to 190 hp and torque of 300 Nm. Another greatness of Santa Cruz is its fuel consumption is 12.7 km/l. Not bad for the pickup.

There has been no official statement as to whether or when Santa Cruz will be made. But we hope that it may be realized as 5-seat pickup is really cool so unfortunately if to not be produced. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS]

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