The truth about Karma Revero

The long road to getting the Fisker Karma back in production is approaching its end. It was in early 2014 that China’s Wanxiang bought the remains of Fisker, including the rights to the failed automaker’s handsome albeit somewhat flawed extended-range electric sedan.

Since them Wanxiang has rebranded the remains of Fisker as Karma and set up a new factory in Moreno Valley, California to start building an updated version of the Fisker Karma, to be called the Karma Revero.

Karma Revero. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1d6qZH)

Karma today provided a first look at the Revero ahead of a formal debut on September 8.  The name is said to be a translation of the word 'truth' in Latin. As expected, the designers didn’t muck around with the svelte lines of the original Karma sedan.  The only changes appear to be slight massaging of the front bumper and some new badges.

Karma states that while the look may be familiar, much of the technology has changed, including a completely redesigned infotainment system and new high-speed charging capabilities. Karma says the car also sports new solar panels on the roof that "will power the vehicle."

It will be interesting to see what Karma means by that last statement because, as Green Car Reports, the Fisker Karma also sported solar panels on its roof but these could only add 1 or 2 miles of battery range if the car were exposed to maximum sunshine for a week.

Unlike California's other electric car company, Tesla Motors, Karma doesn’t plan to be a high-volume automaker. As Karma chief marketing officer Jim Taylor, a former General Motors Company executive, explains, "serving a mass market is not, and never will be, our purpose."

That doesn’t mean Karma isn’t serious about ramping up production. On Monday it was reported that Karma’s parent company Wanxiang had applied for production approval for a new plant in China that could build the Revero and the smaller Atlantic sedan unveiled by Fisker in 2012. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTORAUTHORITY]

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Hybrid polymers for the artificial skins and neural

Good news for the burn victims or smooth and durable skin lover. A new innovation from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) has successfully developed artificial skin and nerves are normal physiological functioning.

MIT research team, not only successfully developed the artificial skin, but also ensures that artificial tissues function like a normal skin, in which there are blood vessels and nerves. This innovation is expected to help burn victims, or anyone who needs a new skin tissues.

Engineers at MIT have devised a method to bind two stretchy materials: gelatin-like polymer materials called hydrogels, and elastomers, which are impervious to water and can thus seal in the hydrogel’s water. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBbmi)

This innovation begins with the success of developing a method to bind the gelatin (hydrogel) with an elastic polymer material (elastomer). Both are basic materials to make artificial skin cells, neural tissues, and long lasting contact lenses.

To note, if we make jelly (hydrogel), within a certain period, it will evaporate, leaving the shrinking masses, harden and shrivel, with a form that is not attractive. The same applies to the hydrogel. Due mostly made of water, the hydrogel will expand when it absorbs water and shrinks when it dries and wrinkles.

Now, MIT researchers find ways to prevent the effects of dehydration of the hydrogel. They use a special technique that can cause us to be able to make the long lasting contact lenses, elastic microfluidic devices, flexible bio-electronic devices, and even artificial skin.

The team leader named Xuanhe Zhao of the Department of Mechanical Engineering of MIT devised a method for binding hydrogel and elastic polymer (elastomer) such as rubber and waterproof silicone. They found, among the hydrogel with a thin elastomer layers provided retaining water trap which makes hydrogel remains moist, flexible, and powerful. The results are published in the journal Nature Communications on July 2016.

Imitating Human Skin

Zhao said the team was inspired by the design of the human skin, which has bonded the outer epidermis and dermis layers protect. Epidermal layer acts as a shield that protects the dermis, nerves, capillaries, as well as the muscles and organs of the drying effect.

Hybrid hydrogel polymer-elastomer designed as bonding epidermis and dermis of the skin naturally. In fact, this hybrid is stronger and elastic as to be used for a variety of interests. Zhao and his team developed a hydrogel-elastomer design models. In addition, the researchers explored a wide range of applications for hybrid materials, including skin, blood vessels, and artificial neural.

"We hope this study will pave the way for the manufacture of synthetic skin, blood vessels and artificial neural tissues so that it can create bionic robot capable of operating as an intelligent living beings who have skin, organ maun biological tissues in general," said Zhao. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MIT NEWS | INSIGHT]

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Destino Samurai, it's all about the ride

The beautiful Samurai Destino has been built by Australian motorcycle builders Destino Custom Garage. The Samurai took nine months to develop from the design stage to the glorious machine we see in this post. The unique motorcycle first released at the Sydney Motorcycle Expo 2011.

Samurai by Destino Custo Garage. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBTN2)

There’s so much detail on the Samurai but it has very clear intentions from the start and as quoted of Pipeburn, the Destino Samurai used the powerful 1,100 cc V-twin Yamaha engine. Subtle performance upgrades have taken an already strong engine & elevated it to a whole new level." Dark blue and gold always work well and with a matte finish on all the black work it just look stunning.

Right side view of Samurai by Destino Custo Garage. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBTN2)

Another interesting feature that is a salute to its Japanese heritage is the fuel tank has been emblazoned with a genuine antique brass Tsuba (samurai sword hilt). Some other features include twin front discs and custom made pipes that look like they mean business. 

Genuine antiqued brass Tsuba – samurai sword hilt. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBTN2)

The black exhaust pipes are stunning and I bet make one hell of a noise those the streets of Sydney. What I really love about this garage is the fast they only make four bikes like the Samurai each year and only sell them to clients that they want to.

A cool yet understated take on the humble brake light. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBTN2)

"A true Japanese warrior has a strong & powerful centre of balance," says Nikki from Destino. "Slung low and mean… ready to pounce. We wanted to capture that in the bikes stance."

Rear side view of Samurai by Destino Custo Garage. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBTN2)

The front forks have been raked to achieve that look and the riding position is strong yet sleek. The bike might look like a hard tail but there is an internal mono shock suspension for added comfort.

This is a truely amazing outfit and has produced some of the finest custom motorcycles I’ve ever seen. Take five minutes to check out what else they have produced, you won't be disappointed.

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 | PIPEBURN]

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The face of Mercedes-Maybach 6 revealed

Mercedes Benz has released its newest luxury sedan concept, named Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 will be officially revealed on August 18, 2016 before it goes on display at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

Sightings new concept car that was introduced through the Instagram, looks to have the body of six meters in length. If you look at a body length offered by Maybach, may be Mercedes is eyeing of ultra-luxury car segment, such as Rolls-Royce.

The silhouette of Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 coupe. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCvda)

In a statement, the concept is inspired by the Maybach Exelero, with a long hood lead and sweep profiles. But this concept is not going to make it slimmer than Exelero, if the length is six meters (about 20 feet). Odds are that this car will use the same 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 that powers the Mercedes-Maybach S600, though it may make some more power for this model.

The front end of Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 coupe. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCvXM)

In fact, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe only has a body length of about 18 feet. This coupe concept using wheelbase S-Class variants, so Mercedes-Maybach will expand its lineup with its own car.

Surely this is the most unique models if it falls into one concept car that has long body. Because there is no car with such long by applying only two doors anyway. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOGUIDE]

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Is Piranha really dangerous?

Most popular notion expressed great flocks of hungry piranha can kill a human being. Even down to its skeleton in a matter of seconds. However it turns out, the idea was without precedent, and most are just the fragments of incomplete stories about whether piranha actually harmful to humans..

Scientists said that Piranha is a simply amazing fish with large teeth. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1d8C82)

The fact that needs to be clarified is the piranha not pose a threat to humans. Lots of documents that prove swimming in the water that full of piranhas is not dangerous. To prove it, Dr. Herbert Axelrod,  swim in a pool containing the most dangerous type of piranha, red belly piranha. Without wearing nothing but swimming suit.

To refute the myth about the deadly piranha, Today I Found Out, describes experiments conducted by Dr. Axelrod. In experimentation, he held several bloody fresh meat using a hook nearby. Flocks of piranha finally eat the meat and let Dr. Axelrod intact unharmed.

So, although it is often considered a voracious carnivorous beings with infinite hunger for meat and craze after smell blood, piranha are actually a shy omnivorous fish. Even the most carnivorous piranha type once behaved more or less like a vulture in freshwater. They eat carcasses or animals dying, not alive who can strike back.

They will eat small fish, worms, and freshwater animals that pose little threat to their own. The reason they are always 'attack' in large herds is not to kill larger prey like in the movies. They did so to defend themselves from predators. You certainly do not believe that the piranha were at the lowest level in the food chain. They usually prey on birds, dolphins, caimans, more larger fish, and of course, humans.

One study in 2005, the piranha showed an attitude of nervous or scared when left alone in the experiment tank. As pets, generally piranha will hide itself when there are people around their tank. In a large group, piranha was not too nervous, though it still has the behavior of 'swim away' when faced with large-sized creature.

Although research on piranha's behavior does not provide the answers we wanted, researchers generally agree that the piranha's reputation as a ferocious fish unfounded. And Dr. Anne E. Magurran, a biologist even commented sarcastically about this piranha. She said, "Basically piranha is a simply amazing fish with large teeth." *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | TODAY I FOUND OUT]

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Odd looking scooter in inverted position

The modification is always demand creativity and high art, but for the true modifier motorcycle and course of his work does not extreme altered the functionality of the vehicle in order to remain safe to use.

May be in Indonesia only, the super extreme modification scooter like this. Well, a man who is estimated from the city of Medan, did an extreme modification on the scooter. Ie by changing the position of the steering wheel to the rear of the scooter, so it appears the Vespa scooter is being run backwards.

Odd looking scooter in the inverted position. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBIyQ)

From the pictures it looks, the owners have moved the engine to the front of the scooter, while the handlebar moved to the back of the scooter. Interestingly, the body of the scooter is not got a change at all, other than the change in engine position and handlebars.

This unique modifications themselves were busy discussed in social media. Known from one of the streets in the city of Medan had recorded this scooter when passing on the street. It is estimated that the motorcycle is used Vespa Excel that has a 2-stroke engine capacity of 150 cc. Here's the video below;

I thought this scooter is not eligible to be used on the streets, because because the position of the rider too risky and dangerous, so does not fit the rules as a vehicle that can be used on public roads safely. In my opinion that's the most stupidest modified scooters ever...! What do you think?

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 | OKEZONE]

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