Is this the first real hoverboard?

For "Back to the Future" movie fans, you must be familiar with this device, Hoverboard. Of all startup that claims to have made the future things, this product that was recently disclosed really able to float in the air.

Arca, a Romanian manufacturer of hoverboard which now relocated to the US still took the opportunity to produce the hoverboard. As quoted of Gizmag on Monday, February 11, 2016, Arca is developing a hoverboard that actually can float in the air. ArcaBoard is said to actually hover and cruise up to a foot over any surface, be it concrete, sand or even water.

The ArcaBoard is said to be limited to speeds on par with running. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1o53iCF)

The hoverboard was named 'ArcaBoard,' and use the power which is generated from the 36 high-power electric ducted fans creating up to 272 horsepower and 430 lbs (1,913 N) of thrust, and is powered by Li-Po  (lithium polymer) batteries. The company claimed success in producing hoverboard that can float in the air for 6 minutes.

Speaking of design, some people might imagine the hoverboard shape as it flown by Michael J Fox in the 'Back to the Future II' movie in the 1980s ago. However, ArcaBoard designed with a thick rectangular shape and flat on its surface.

A tear-down view of the ArcaBoard. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1o53iCF)

This hoverboard is fairly heavy for measuring 145 x 76 x 15 cm (57 x 30 x 6 inches), with a weight of 82 kg (180 lbs), but is capable of carrying the passengers weighing up to 110 kilograms.

A tear-down view of the ArcaBoard. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1o53iCF)

ArcaBoard touted as the lightest private vehicles and can move in any direction, including up and has limited top speed of 20 km/h (12.5 mph). The ArcaBoard can reportedly be controlled with the rider's body or via a Bluetooth-connected iOS or Android app that activates a stabilization system and relays navigation commands via hand movements.

"I've always wanted to create a product that can be designed in bulk," says Arca's CEO, Dumitru Popescu in a promotional video.

"But this product is truly revolutionary that proves Arca not only is able to create extraordinary technology, but also the future engineering," he added.

ArcaBoard is currently priced at US $19,990 and delivery time in April 2016. With the additional cost of US $4,500, a buyer can get a unit of ArcaDock that could charging the battery in 35 minutes. Arca produces these products is limited. If sales are good enough, they are serious to commercialize the hoverboard. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ARCA | GIZMAG]

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EDAG want to introduce its Soulmate in Geneva

The Soulmate, first seen at CES 2016 in January, the concept car is a roofless development of the striking Light Cocoon coupe that shown at Geneva last year. And is now being rebuilt in around its lightweight frame structure with outer shell fabrics, body components with 3D printer.

EDAG Soulmate concept is a roofless development of the striking Light Cocoon coupe. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Ws0xO)

The outer skin is not only beautiful glowing: lighting that can act as a warning sign, both for the driver and other road users. In the list panel door can be lit to warn of the presence of cyclists in the blind spot at the side, for example.

Interior view of EDAG Soulmate concept car. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Ws0xO)

The concept car connected to the internet from Bosch technology, communications to smart home (to provide access for delivery), integration with online services and smartphone applications and infotainment network. The dashboard and center console are fully controlled through the electronic visible on the screen.

It's all part of Bosch's vision of the future features of the car. And how the car could be a personal companion, a reliable partner and "our third living environment". *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSDESIGNNEWS]

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5 most ridiculous men's underwear trends in history

Not only women underwear who underwent evolution. Men's underwear is also experiencing change trends over time.

Collection of men's underwear in ancient times, when compared to the current style, it tends to be ridiculous. Here are five men's underwear that has been eroded by the turnaround time:

1. Stays
In 1820-1830, the men also used a corset to show their body silhouette. Initially, stays only used in military circles as aids to exercising (keeping posture straight and the tummy tucked in), and then gradually filtered into formalwear for men at the top of society.

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However, over time, the stays develop into an underwear accessory used by the men. The men used to call the stays as "belts" or "girdles".

2. Fake Calves 

In the 17th century and into the 18th, the English nobility connect handsome man with calves solid form and contain. Consequently, the "fake calf" was bought and sold.

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How to make a fake calf is very easy, which is tied additional foam to the calf before wearing socks. The History of Underwear mention that the initial idea of ​​a fake calf emerged from a man named Macaronis, a man who is very concerned about fashion.

3. Thigh PadsStill in the 1820s, the men adding the pads in their thigh to make it look sturdy and solid. It seems in this era, the men infatuated with a muscular look that made no sense.

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4. CodpiecesAnother of men's underwear was not less ridiculous is codpieces. This collection was victorious in 1400, at the time of King Henry VIII ruled. Shaped like an inverted curve is prominent in the male penis. It is intended to demonstrate virility, masculinity man.

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However, there is also a thought that the actual codpieces to hide symptoms of syphilis which time it becomes an epidemic. Codpieces judged to be a medical device to treat a swollen penis.

5. Heidelberg BeltsHeidelberg belt used in clothing, and claimed to have the electricity power to cure a variety of diseases, ranging from kidney disease, impotence, to rheumatism, and even educate. Myth, this belt can cure drug addiction, and even useful as a vibrator.

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Do you want to use one of them for your underwear accessories right now? I don't think so.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES| BUSTLE]

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Boat with racing car technology

A big leap in the development of the automotive industry have been carried out by Mercedes-Benz to create a vehicle which is to overcome a variety of terrains such as on the land and sea.

Mercedes-AMG and Cigarette Racing have been collaborating for six years, and is currently developing a boat that was inspired by the Defy Gravity. Using the engine technology that is inspired by racing cars belonging to Mercedes-AMG.

Cigarette Racing 41' SD GT3 and Mercedes-AMG GT3. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1LkgzvU)

The plan's the vehicles concept will be displayed in the Miami International Boat Show event, which took place on February 11 to 15, 2016 as well as providing new nuances in the automotive and boat lovers that with the collaboration of technological development, so various models of unique vehicles can be built.

As reported by Autoguide, the Cigarette Racing 41' SD GT3 will join the Mercedes-AMG GT3 racing team, to display a high performance boat. Cigarette Racing has revealed the complete figure of this boat on February 11, 2016 by online on its official website, to show them who could not attend the event in Miami.

2015 Cigarette Racing GT S and Mercedes-AMG GT S. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1V53a0k)

Last year, the two companies have also collaborated on another boat concept named Cigarette Racing GT S and Mercedes-AMG GT S is priced at $1.2 million (approximately Rp.16 billion). The vehicles get the title as AMG Solarbeam with a blend of yellow and black matte paint color.

The boat of the same color is supported by the power up to 1,550 hp which coming from a V8 twin Mercury Racing engine, and made the Cigarette GT S concept have a top speed of 216 kph (135 mph). *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CIGARETTES RACING | AUTOGUIDE]

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An extreme modified car inspired by Red Borneo agate

In Indonesia, the modification trend does not only come from big cities in Java and Bali. Therefore, Kalimantan (Borneo) also successfully spawned a quite extreme modified cars. Here she is 'Red from Borneo,' that's a theme that carried by Dolf Valentino's modified car. The extreme changes is done by creative hands of Indonesian mechanics.

If you look closely, reckless changes to the car that makes the eyes of the beholder stare. Apparently, the modified car taken a basic vehicle of Daihatsu Sirion city car.

An extreme modified car with 3D mural motif inspired by Red Borneo agate, named Red from Borneo. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/20UtVbr)

According to Dolf, Red from Borneo is a masterpiece. Therefore, the modified car is considered to be the most nearly perfect and according to what he expected. Dolf happy with this car, after leaving his love in the slalom world.

"The concept we take of agate. If in Borneo, the name Red Borneo becomes Red from Borneo so, since the origin of this car is actually red. Change a lot of basic, machine, legs, interior, exterior, and audio, "said Dolf to VIVA.CO.ID on Tuesday, February 9, 2016.

From the view presented is very different from the original model, the Sirion. Because, Dolf indeed want to provide a different look for this car.

Interior view of Daihatsu Sirion Red from Borneo custom. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/20UtVbr)

Some extreme changes visible from the outside, such as adding a body kit is custom made, door handle releases the four-door, door handles opened, under Spotlamp custom, headlamp custom, foglamp Blitz, as well as the door with the gullwing concept driven by using Motorise four-channel.

"Color is used cutting sticker. However, its cutting sticker is the concept of 3D. So, if you see it does not wear the 3D glasses are less focused. But, if we are using the 3D glasses with a distance of five to six meters, the 3D mural look appeared," Dolf said.

For its drivetrain section, some materials are applied, among others the SPV69 accu stiger, polish ported cylinder head intake and exhaust, cylinder head turner is 1.2 mm, 0.5 turner flywheel, custom headers 4-1, 2 inch custom endpipe, engine strubar and Piggyback prochip.

Intertainment section of Daihatsu Sirion Red from Borneo custom. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/20UtVbr)

Not only that, the legs also changing quite dramatically. Of course, it is seen from the use of 18-inch BBS wheels with wide tread wrapped with rubber tires Accelera at all points with size 215/38.

This car can also look flat, or it could be due to the suspension as standard with airsuspention. This car also has an adapter three centimeters, four-piston brake calipers, AP Racing, as well as 330 mm brake disc.

Entering the cabin, of course, be particularly difficult to guess where the remaining parts of the original manufacturer. According to Dolf, for coating and other upholstery in the cabin have been using full Murano Blast, and part using the Sparco steering wheel. While the pedestal, has been using aluminum Bordess two millimeters. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VIVA.CO.ID]

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Is this a Lamborghini motorcycle concept?

I don't think so. If the Italian renowned supercar manufacturer, Lamborghini made superbike concept might be this motorcycle concept becoming one of the candidates. This is the '2015 Chak Motors Molot.'

As quoted from Ridingmode, the motorcycle concept designed by Igor Chak with a futuristic touches and advanced technology that is not widely applied by other motorcycle manufacturers and touted as Lamborghini's motorcycle, because it has an aggressive design distinctive Lamborghini's style, and according to Chak Motors, a motorcycle is designed using Honda CBR 1000 as its base.

Igor Chak's Molot motorcycle concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Wmeb5)

Where CBR 1000 is used as the base was totally modified, so no longer looks its original form. In addition to having a futuristic design, the Molot bike concept equipped with full-LED lights that will provide better visibility and high durability of the lighting system.

The current technology that embedded on this motorcycle concept such as the Predictive Emergency Braking System (PEBS), a blind spot sensor, LDWS (Lane Departure Warning System). This concept motorcycle also equipped with two HD cameras in front and rear, and gyroscope to detect any anomaly in vibration and control.

Front three quarter of Igor Chak's Molot motorcycle concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Wmeb5)

For the engine section, this concept equipped by a four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 999.8 cc, but unfortunately the motorcycle designer not mention the power numbers that produced by this large capacity engine.

Right side view of Igor Chak's Molot motorcycle concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Wmeb5)

Rear side view of Igor Chak's Molot motorcycle concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Wmeb5)

This concept motorcycle designed as a sport bike that was developed in contrast to other products, so if Lamborghini interested in designing the Molot concept optimally as a prototype, it would probably be a pretty sensational news. (We thought this concept motorcycle is very worthy to bear the great name of Lamborghini.)

Until now there has been no single motorcycles made or released by the manufacturer known by its famous bull logo. We'll wait and see...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | IGORCHAK.COM | RIDINGMODE]

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