Solar Impulse 2 successfully landed after nearly 16 hours of flying

Solar-powered aircraft named Solar Impulse 2, which is in the historical round-the-world journey, completing the tenth rounds of its flight, had landed in Arizona after flying nearly 16 hours from California on Tuesday, May 2, 2016.

According to the official site of Solar Impulse, the single-seat experimental aircraft arrived in Phoenix at 20:55 local time after a flying distance of 1,113 kilometers for a total of 15 hours and 55 minutes from San Francisco passed through the Mojave Desert.

Pilot Andre Borschberg lands the Swiss-made Solar Impulse 2 plane, late Monday, May 2, 2016, in Goodyear, Ariz. The plane left early Monday from California for a 16-hour trip to Phoenix to resume its journey around the world using only energy from the sun. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aAOnm)

With the conventional aircraft, the distance can be reached in two hours, but the Solar Impulse 2 that rely on solar energy takes much longer because it flew in the car's speed, making the pilot had to practice the meditation and hypnosis in order to stay awake for a long time.

One of the project founders, Andre Borschberg also flew in the small cockpit of the solar-powered aircraft. "I made it to Phoenix, what an amazing flight over the Mojave desert," Borschberg said in a Twitter post. As reported by Reuters, he alternates with his fellow pilot Bertrand Piccard at the controls for each segment of what they hope will be the first round-the-world solar-powered flight.

Pilots Andre Borschberg (L) and Bertrand Piccard react after landing Solar Impulse 2 on the San Francisco to Phoenix leg of what they hope will be the first round-the-world solar-powered flight, in Phoenix, Arizona, May 2, 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aAOGb)

Previously, Borschberg piloting the aircraft on a flight from Japan to Hawaii through the Pacific in July last year, was in the air for nearly 118 hours.

The flying journey had a record-breaking the solo nonstop flying for 76 hours that set in 2006 by an American adventurer named Steve Fossett with Virgin Atlantic Global Flyer and set a new record for the time and distance of flight with a solar-powered plane.

The Swiss team who flew to garner support for clean energy technologies hoping to end their round-the-world journey in Abu Dhabi, where the journey started in March 2015. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | REUTERS]

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Batmobile 2.0 was raced on the Gumball 3000 Rally 2016

Among the rows of exotic cars that took part in the Gumball 3000 Rally 2016, was a replica of the Batmobile Tumbler, named the 'Batmobile 2.0.' This unique car was created by Saudi Arabia's Team Galag, which is one of the most detailed and eye-catching Batmobiles ever seen outside of a Hollywood set.

Team Galag Batmobile 2.0 for Gumball 3000 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBrkX)

As the initial idea, Team Galag wants to show something unique, different and draw attention to the Gumball 3000 Rally event on this year. 

Front three quarter of Team Galag Batmobile 2.0 for Gumball 3000 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBtNF)

As quoted of DigitalTrends, no half-hearted, this car is made by taking the base of a Lamborghini Gallardo chassis that uses a wicked 5.2-liter V10 for forward motivation. Even better than the powertrain, its wild looking body made of carbon fiber materials and took time over twelve months to bring this unique car become a reality.

Rear view of Team Galag Batmobile 2.0 for Gumball 3000 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBrkX)

Why Batmobile 2.0? As already known, in 2014, Tim Galag've also took part in the Gumball 3000 2014 by using the Tumbler replica from Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight trilogy. However, vehicles was plagued by quality problems and the team was forced to withdraw.

Team Galag was quite critical of the Tumbler’s production team afterward, so as to this year event, they took a lead engineer with 15 years of experience in Koenigsegg to overcome the problems of this increadible man's toy during the trip. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DIGITALTRENDS]

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Vertical-lift flying car is a perfect Personal Aircraft

One of the great disappointments of 1950s-style retro-future conjecture is that we still don’t have a genuine flying car, ala The Jetsons, parked in the driveway. Well, by the year 2018, we might have several models to choose from. Germany’s Lilium Aviation is promising that its lightweight model will be the most advanced personal aircraft ever developed. 

The Lilium needs just 50ft of room to take off. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBmRV)

The Lilium aircraft’s super-compact design will allow the aircraft to lift off vertically from any 50-foot-square flat area. That small footprint -- plus the vehicle’s quiet all-electric engine -- means the Lilium could be a genuine park-in-the-driveway kind of flying car for urban and suburban commuting, according to developers.

The Lilium also features a computer-assisted piloting system that will require only 20 hours of training, designers say -- although presumably aviation authorities will have something to say about that.

The aircraft fits two people and can travel at speeds of up to 250mh. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBmRV)

As qouted of The Telegraph, the Lilium would be classified as a Light Sport Aircraft, designated to fly in uncongested airspace to a maximum altitude of three kilometers, or just under two miles.

The aircraft couples the convenience of a helicopter with the speed of a plane. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBmRV)

More details from the Lilium’s online spec sheet: The aircraft will have a maximum velocity of 250 mph, with a maximum takeoff weight of 600 kg, or just over 1,300 lbs. Designers are aiming for a range of about 500 km, or around 300 miles.

Pilots would only need 20 hours of training before being allowed to fly the small plane. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aBmRV)

The Telegraph article notes that, in Europe at least, flying the Lilium would require clearance from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which would also need to grant permission over any landing site. So while you couldn’t take off from your front yard, you could use your friendly neighborhood helipad facility. Or, naturally, an airport.

Lilium Aviation is run by a team of designers from the Technical University of Munich and has received funding and support from both the European Union and the European Space Agency. Oh, and they’re hiring. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LILIUM AVIATION | THE TELEGRAPH]

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The wild side of Kawasaki Scrambler

It is undeniable that the Scrambler motorcycle triumphant lately among motorcycle enthusiasts. It can be seen from the increasing number of manufacturers who thrusts the Scrambler motorcycle products. Call it a Ducati, Triumph, BMW, and several other manufacturers.

While connoisseurs modifications were also not to be outdone, the Scrambler style as modification concepts also applied to many their favorite motorcycles. One of the Indonesian motorcycle builders who were successfully change the face of motorbikes become the Scrambler is the Bogor-based workshop named Vincent Motor Sport (VMS).

Kawasaki ER-6n Big Scrambler by Vincent Motor Sport (VMS). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ZsiMU)

Not kidding, the 2013 Kawasaki ER-6n motorcycle taken as the basis to converted it into a Scrambler motorcycle. To apply the Scrambler concept of course a lot of changes that must be done. In the motorcycle sector body, all original body parts removed and then pinned a custom body with a strong old aura. Starting from the tank, front fender and rear body, made of 1.2 mm iron plate. 

Similarly, the headlamp cover in the front, VMS made a custom plate with rounded reflector that use LED lights. And when everything was installed, at the bottom of the tank was sorely lacking. So try to be added to the shroud to make it look fuller.

The muffler looks more fierce and circular under the machine of Kawasaki ER-6n Big Scrambler. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ZsiMU)

As Scrambler style in general, the engine parts deliberately opened, practically the ER-6n big engine clearly exposed out. As for the exhaust was also made short like the Scrambler style in general, also looks more fierce and circular under the machine.

Furthermore, to reinforce the Scrambler style, on the legs sector using a dual-purpose tires. Well, for this motorcycle mounted a pair of Mettzeler Karro 3 tires with the Kawasaki ZX-10 OEM rims. For finishing, the ER-6n-based scrambler painted in the red-maroon color of Spies Hecker. Well, cool isn't it?

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

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Really savage look, Huracan Shooting Brake with the tracks

There is a surprising form that looks at one of the Lamborghini supercars. The renowned Italian supercar Lamborghini Huracan has a different look, because it does not use the wheel as usual, but the tracks such as a military tanks.

A rendered image of Lamborghini Huracan Shooting Brake with the tracks designed by Rain Prisk Designs. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ZqFul)

As reported by Autoevolution on Monday, March 7, 2016, this Lamborghini Huracan was one of the work of digital artists called Rain Prisk Designs. Although only a digital rendered image, but they said that's not an impossible things if the Lamborghini Huracan got such a device, keep in mind it has strong enough power while uses the wheel as usual and can also be used on the snow terrain.

This is not the first work to be displayed to the public. As for the part that involves a mightyLamborghini Huracan being used for such purposes, the furthest kind of efforts in such a direction comes from Alpine ski racer Jon Olsson, who enjoys fitting roof boxes to his supercars.

Other arguments supporting this idea at least also seen at the Geneva Motor Show. The Swiss event has demonstrated coachbuilding is making a slow, but steady comeback, offering us more than one example of this.

Just like several examples above, the rendering image of Huracan that made by Rain Prisk Designs equipped with tracks. Which mean, that's no longer a new work and no need to doubt their abilities to be made like that. In conclusion, it is not impossible for a supercar that equipped with chain tracks instead? At least to conquer and speeding on the snowy road. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION]

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Does the Bulldog will be manufactured by Honda?

Honda seems to be immediately realize a motorcycle concept called the Bulldog. It is known after its patent drawings has been spread on the cyberspace. As reported by Visordown on Monday, May 2, 2016, the motorcycle concept which was introduced for the first time in March, 2015 have pointed out will soon be produced by the end of this year.

Honda patent suggests Bulldog could reach production. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1a26UF)

The Bulldog is made using a base of Honda CB400F, and as well as a naked version of the CB500F. In terms of design, this motorcycle can not be included into the type of scrambler, but also not an adventurer motorcycle.

Apart from that, this bike does look like a bulldog. One character is a low seat, as well as the tire has a width of 15 inches. According Motorcruze, Honda deliberately made it like that and wants to create a new trend.

Honda Bulldog Concept was introduced for the first time in March, 2015. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1Odj9rt)

Some parts of the motorcycle is also patented. Eg smart storage units on both sides of the fuel tank. These smart slots can be used for storing the tent, for example.

From its engine side, the Bulldog equipped with a liquid cooled, four stroke engine that has a capacity of 400 cc, and coupled with a six-speed transmission system. 

This motorcycle is designed for urban and rural roads. It is said also, the Bulldog will be created specifically for adventurous beginners. Not known, where the motorcycles will be sold.

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

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