DB11, a smart sportscar of Aston Martin

One of the latest sportscars that drew the attention of visitors at the Geneva Motor Show 2016 is the Aston Martin DB11. It is the replacement of the DB9. Aston Martin will sell the coupe worth £154 900 or approximately Rp.2.8 billion, and will be available start from autumn this year.

Aston Martin has featured the world premiere of the all new DB11 model at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XiA5i)

The British automaker calls the DB11 as the most important product throughout of the 103 year history of the company. It is thanks to the refinement of design and technology used in the car.

Dashboard view of Aston Martin DB11. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XiBaJ)

"We aspire to make the most beautiful car in the world. And the DB11 is the embodiment of absolute about how should a product of Aston Martin. We also have to work tirelessly to ensure the DB11 is able to combine the latest design and technology," said Aston Martin CEO, Andy Palmer, as quoted of the Daily Mail on Wednesday, March 2, 2016.

Rear side view of Aston Martin DB11. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XiBaJ)

This car uses a turbocharged 12-cylinder engine, but not the naturally aspirated. The DB11's smart machine will adjust to the driver's driving character.

The cylinder shut down system will work if the car is driven in a low speed. That is, the cylinder will not work in full so that the fuel consumption is more economical and environmentally friendly course. However, if all 12 cylinders of the engine to work up the power that can be produced up to 600 bhp. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOS SOURCES | DAILY MAIL]

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Brough Superior bounce back after 73 years long sleep

A British famous motorcycle manufacturer named Brough Superior back to producing the motorcycles, after their Brough Superior SS100 which was first released 73 years ago. This time Brough Superior was not make one motorcycle model but three models, namely Racing Full Black, Traditional, and Titanium.

Not one but three SS100 Models, namely Racing Full Black (left), Traditional (middle), and Titanium (right). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xdazj)

The first Brough Superior SS100 motorcycles were produced in 1924 and the manufacturer stop the whole process of production since 1940. Since that time the famous British motorbike manufacturer was not producing motorcycles until 2013 they came back into production.

Front three quarter of Brough Superior SS100 Traditional model. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xdazj)

Their new motorcycles have a vintage design and was first introduced in the EICMA 2014 in Milan, Italy. The new version of Brough Superior SS100 are also carrying the style of cafe racer and using a V-twin engine with a cylinder capacity of 997 cc that claimed can spew the power ranging from 100 hp to 140 hp.

Right side view of Brough Superior SS100 Titanium model. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xdazj)

For its chassis, these motorbikes use the basic ingredients mixture of titanium and steel. And for the legs, Brough Superior designed by themself the special 4D brake caliper for this motorcycle and wheels that are all made of aluminum.

Rear side view of Brough Superior SS100 Racing Full Black model. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xdazj)

The motorcycles which began mass production in 2015, uses a double wishbone front suspension 120 mm and at rear 130 mm progressive shock. These suspension systems in order to bind the tires size of 120/70 R18 and 160/60 R18. But unfortunately until now there is no price tag on these cafe racer motorcycles. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORCYCLE.COM]

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Laboratory's engineered sperms successfully fertilised an egg

Scientists in China have managed to create sperm cells in the laboratory, and also was successfully used to fertilize an egg, and eventually gave birth to children in an experiment conducted on mice.

As quoted of BBC, breakthrough of the Chinese scientists was published in the journal Cell Stem Cell, on February 25, 2016. The scientists said the findings are expected to be applied to humans, so that it can help men who can not produce sperm or have problems with fertility due to cancer treatment.

Illustration of sperm cells and egg cells. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XdRJ0)

As in the experiment, the scientists used embryonic stem cells from mice, then transformed into sperm after going through a process involving chemicals, hormones, and testicular tissue. The scientists in the experiment rearrange the DNA in the cell, because such as an egg, the sperm cell must lose half of its chromosomes, so that when they united are complementary.

But in these experiments, the Chinese scientists create sperm was not as we knew all this time, ie with tail and head, like a tadpole. Instead, they make spermatid (the sperm at an earlier stage).

However, spemartid has a number of genetic information that is sufficient to be able to fertilize an egg. In the process, the scientists successfully fertilize mice eggs using the technique of in vitro fertilization or more commonly known as IVF.

"The children born by female mice were healthy and fertile," said Xiao-Yang Zhao, a scientist from the Chinese Academy of Science.

Spermatids have been used to create healthy human babies in Japan. But the procedure is illegal in some countries.

Besides the legal issues, there are other challenges in the research and application in humans. The problem is, no adults with embryonic stem cells. But Zhao said that the problem can be solved by changing the skin cells into stem cells. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BBC]

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Here she is VW T-Cross Breeze concept

Volkswagen launched its flagship concept car named VW T-Cross Breeze. The cars were predicted would be a competitor of the Range Rover Evoque was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show 2016.

VW T-Cross Breeze concept at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xi1ux)

The T-Cross concept could be claimed to evoke memories of the Volkswagen Thing, but it's hard to argue that it brings any of that classic convertible's unique charm or presence.

Although only a concept, but there are some leaks about the technology used in the car. Active Info Display, systems that are connected directly to a satellite network is able to provide information regarding the road to be avoided when the car is in a semi-offroad track. Similarly, as quoted from Leftlanenews on Wednesday, March 2, 2016.

Right side view of VW T-Cross Breeze concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xi1ux)

Its entertainment system equipped with the 300 W powered audio devices system that connected to a touch-sensitive interface. Such technology has been applied to the upscale BMW products.

Rear side view of VW T-Cross Breeze concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1Xi1ux)

Inside, the T-Cross shows off the futuristic design and not-quite-ready-for-prime-time look common to concepts. One particularly trick feature is a component of the "Active Info Display," a feature which is designed to mimic smartphone or tablet interfaces in the T-Cross Breeze's infotainment system. When the concept's driver aids detect that the vehicle is being operated off-road, the display switches to a mode that models the features of the surrounding topography and helps drivers identify areas that should be avoided.

Under the hood of VW T-Cross Breeze installed 1.0 liter turbocharged engine that produces 110 hp. Power is channeled through a 7-speed DSG transmission system. Volkswagen claims this new product has a light weight in its class, ie 1.6 tons lighter than the Mini Convertible. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LEFTLANENEWS]

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This mini car could be a solution for the traffic jams in urban areas

The state of urban traffic is so dense, encourage the various parties to create a smart car. More recently, a designer named Alexander Malyshev is preparing an intelligent city car project, named 'Mirrow Provocator'.

As reported of Worldcarfans on Wednesday, February 17, 2106, Alexander designing a virtual city car for four passengers, with baggage for luggage that is not too much. The sides of the car, use a lot of detail made of polymers. Thus, the car body more effectively absorb and channel the energy of the impact of the accident.

Mirrow Provocator, an intelligent city car designed by Alexander Malyshev. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1oqQWEK)

Interestingly, access to the driver and passengers is located on the rear side of the machine. While the door on the side is only used in emergencies. This construction, according to the designer, is claimed to provide the highest level of safety, which is inspired by the rally cars.

Right side view of Mirrow Provocator. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1oqQWEK)

By the look of a minimalist interior, city car is fitted with adjustable steering wheel, power windows, mirrors, seats, and a sunroof, entertainment features for passengers in the rear seat, as well as a navigation system.

Dashboard view of Mirrow Provocator. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1oqQWEK)

In addition, there is also a Xenon projector headlights, automatic transmission, rain and light sensor. The car was also equipped with cruise control which is part of the equipment, even if available optionally.

Rear side view of Mirrow Provocator. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1oqQWEK)

Provocators will be prepared in two versions. First with the classic combustion engine and the hybrid or electric powertrain and the second version use a gasoline engine or a diesel three-cylinder turbocharged small displacement to 1.5 liters. The hybrid and electric variants could use a large package of batteries, installed in the floor and providing a range of 217-249 miles (350-400 kilometers). *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | WORLDCARFANS]

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A Lincoln Continental classic car made of cardboard

Shannon Goff is the man who designed the replica of 1979 Lincoln Continental. The car-shaped sculpture made using cardboard materials has the look and size as same as the original.

The replica of 1979 Lincoln Continental made of cardboard by Shannon Goff. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XS7Bz)

From design shown, Goff was very familiar with the correct form of the design of this luxury sedan, especially every dent and detail possessed. Although only made of cardboard, a statue of Lincoln Continental is a full-scale replica.

Rear view of the cardboard-made replica of 1979 Lincoln Continental. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1XS7Bz)

As quoted from Designboom on Monday, February 22, 2016, specifically the cardboard car sculpture was awarded to appear in Susanne Hilberry Gallery. In addition, the Lincoln Continental also got a chance to appear in the exhibition of works of art that took place in Michigan.

To produce this masterpiece, Goff spent no less than a year shaping every curve of the car's exterior and interior are all made from cardboard. All done to remember the memories with his grandfather when driving with the Lincoln Continental. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DESIGNBOOM]

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