Sophisticated watch for visually impaired

The technology is designed for the difable re-presented. This time it comes in the form of specially designed watches are offered to people with visual impairment throughout the world. According to the Kickstarter on Thursday, April 10, 2014, the device named Bradley Timepiece is a tactile watch that allows users to not only to see, but also to feel the time.

Bradley Timepiece. (Picture from: https://www.kickstarter.com/)

Watches the cooperation of product designers, engineers, and people who have lost eyesight is claimed to change the way a person when interacting with the timepiece. Interestingly, Bradley is not only designed for the visually impaired, but also can be used by anyone who wants to look different. These watches also have some benefits, one of which can indicate the time in a dark place like in a cinema just a way to feel it.

Unlike the conventional watches that display numbers or needles, Bradley has two spherical bearings - One ball indicates minutes (top), and the other shows the clock (side). Both are connected with a ball bearing magnet, so it stays put him in the right position when the user accidentally touching it.

How The Bradley Timepiece works. (Picture from: https://www.kickstarter.com/)

Currently the Hyungsoo Kim watches is still a prototype and has held a campaign at Kickstarter funding platform to raise about U.S. $ 595,000. The body itself is made of titanium, sleek design, easy to clean, and durable. Bradley is available in a classic color cast stainless steel, leather strap combined in three different colors: mustard yellow, olive green, blue and silver.

On price, Kim has not been informed. But Bradley Timepiece certainly be available in the market in November 2014. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | KICKSTARTER]

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Cayman transformed into CTR 3 monster

We return to discuss a sportscar from Porsche that has been modified in such a way into a powerful monsters. One of the famous German tuner, RUF has been created an insane sportscar masterpiece.

RUF CTR 3. (Picture from: http://www.europeancarweb.com/)

How not, the Germany tuner can modified a Porsche Cayman sportscar into a monster named CTR 3 which is much more powerful. This time, an inline six engine, that has a capacity 3.8-liter, twin-turbo mounted on the rear of the CTR 3 cockpit.

The new engine is capable of generating power up to 750 hp and maximum torque reaches 960 Nm. The numbers is far more powerful than the standard Cayman is only 320 hp.

CTR 3 ability is also not kidding. The proof, just 3.2 seconds CTR 3 has been able to move from rest to a speed of 100 kph, and even the car capable of penetrating up to a maximum speed of 380 kph, slightly faster than the average speed of Formula 1 with 370 kph.

Left side view of RUF CTR 3. (Picture from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruf_CTR3)

From the exterior, the CTR 3 is equipped with a body that is designed to be very aerodynamic. Looks of its front bumper with large airdam, and wide body design. And from the side, there are side pod that serves as air holes for engine cooling system. And at the back, a big GT wings stuck to reduce friction against the air. Amazingly, the entire body was made of strong but lightweight materials, i.e Kevlar-carbon composite.

Rear three quarter of RUF CTR 3. (Picture from: http://www.spyexotics.com/)

As a safety guard, the German tuner is pinning its superior features, the RUF Integrated Roll Cage. The roll cage has extra power for the integrated between the A-pillars and trunk chassis.

For the interior, such a sporty and luxurious impression directly radiated. This is thanks to a touch of luxurious Alcantara material, with the shift knob and the central unit of the dashboard clad with an aluminum material. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | EUROPEAN CAR]

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Simple blood test can detect early cancer

The detection of many types of cancer may soon be as easy as a simple blood test, according to a new study. The blood test was developed by researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine, which also can be used to "keep an eye on the amount of cancer in the patient's body," said the researchers, in addition to measuring their response to a variety of treatments.

Blood Tests are More Efficient in predicting various forms of Cancer. (Picture from: http://www.mdconnects.com/)

The test, called CAPP-Seq or Cancer Personalized Profiling by deep Sequencing, is a refinement of the approaches already exist to measure the levels of tumor DNA in the blood stream of patients, according to the study.

The new method is able to "accurately identify approximately 50 percent of the people who studied with lung cancer stage-1 and all patients with more advanced cancer," according to the researchers.

Other parties who are not involved in this study hopes. "I think this is important progress in this area," said Dr. Abhijit Patel of the Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital, where he was doing similar research. "The goal is to detect very small tumors in early stage."

Patel said one of the major breakthroughs in this test is the ability to keep an eye on changes in DNA mutations in patients with cancer who are already receiving treatment and may develop resistance to a particular drug.

He also said the test was most likely will not give false positive results due to "cancer DNA mutations most likely not be found in healthy people." And the results of this study published in the April 6, 2014 issue of Nature Medicine. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VOA NEWS]
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Sightings of a mysterious light on Mars

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) robotic rover, Curiosity sends back amazing images of Mars. In the form of sightings bright flash of light in the distance taken on April 2 and April 3, 2014. Such images led to speculation on Earth. Some people even expect it as a UFO, which deals with life outside the human planet.

On April 2 and April 3, 2014 NASA Curiosity rover catch sightings of bright flash of light on the Mars. (Picture from: http://www.space.com/)

However, NASA scientists have a different opinion. "One possibility, flashes of light that is reflected from the surface of the stone. When these images are taken every day, the sun is in the same direction as the bright spot, in the west and northwest rover and relatively low in the sky," said Justin Maki , leader of Curiosity's camera mechanics, as quoted from SPACE.com on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

"The rover scientists also see the possibility that it could be a bright spot is the sunlight that reaches the CCD (charge-coupled device) camera directly on the vent on the camera body, which never happened before in the Curiosity rover and the other is on Mars - when the sunlight that comes relatively parallel to the camera."

There is also the possibility of light caused by the impact of cosmic rays on the camera movement. However, whatever the cause, it is not a rare phenomenon. "Of the thousands of images that we receive from Curiosity, we saw some photos with the light sightings every week.

Two black-and-white photographs taken from the right side of the navigation camera shows the Curiosity small flashes of light shimmering in the distance, in front of a crater that dominates the horizon. UFO fans reacted by announcing that it was possible evidence of life on Mars.

"An artificial light show this week from NASA photograph, which shows a flash of light ... up from the ground." Scott Waring wrote in UFO Sightings Daily reported on Monday, April 7, 2014 last. "Shows there is intelligent life in the basement that uses light as what we do." Waring has found another oddity in the photograph Curiosity, for example, last December he pointed to the appearance of 'rat Mars' lied in between two rocks.

What is believed to mice Mars turns an example of a psychological phenomenon called Pareidolia, which refers to the tendency of the human brain to see familiar shapes in a vague or random images. Another example of pareidolia is the famous 'face on Mars' supposedly visible in pictures taken by NASA's Viking 1 orbiter in 1976. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SPACE]

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The new allure booster of Porsche

Porsche provides different cars through Porsche Exclusive division. For the umpteenth time that is unique and different models have been produced, this time they produced Porsche Exclusive 911 Turbo Cabriolet. With the label of "custom order" model and also claimed to be more attractive and exclusive so it deserves to be called as of the new allure booster of Porsche.

2014 Porsche Exclusive 911 Turbo Cabriolet. (Picture from: http://www.inautonews.com/)

Porsche's version created from Porsche exclusive custom program which is presenting a much more handsome appearance. Its body color rarely used, light gray they call with Slate Grey. Pretty much different from the standard version of the 911 Turbo is given the choice of bright colors. In addition to the new colors, new rims too, measuring 20 inches by glossy black color paint.

Interior view of 2014 Porsche Exclusive 911 Turbo Cabriolet. (Picture from: http://www.inautonews.com/)

Its headlights got Dynamic Light System technology which makes bi-xenon light shines bright but not blinding the driver in front and from the opposite direction. Carbon coated shell lamps so that it looks black and fierce.

Rear three quarter of 2014 Porsche Exclusive 911 Turbo Cabriolet. (Picture from: http://www.inautonews.com/)

For the interior, the trim and red upholstery were given black stitching. There are a few touches of carbon, including the center console area and some in the dashboard and trim. For a while this information is only released Porsche. Details will follow in the next few weeks .. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOBLOG | INAUTONEWS]

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Mugen's Electric Superbike revealed

Mugen is the motorsport division of Honda, one of the famous Japanese automotive manufacturer has recently released an electric motorcycle that is claimed to be able to run fast and dubbed Shinden San (神電 参), on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. It had been prepared two motorcycles which will become Mugen's mainstay in Challenge class of the Isle of Man TT Zero racing competition in May and June 2014.

Mugen Shinden San. (Picture from: http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/)

This year development includes a new liquid cooling system, increased power, the lighter weight and more compact dimensions. Its battery capacity is also enlarged compared to the 2013 season motorcycles, named Shinden Ni.

Almost all details Shinden San made from carbon fiber. Super lightweight materials necessary to compensate for the additional weight of the battery pack that has a weighing of 240 kg. In addition to light, frame, swingarm, and many other components of the same claimed sturdy like motorcycle racing.

The size of the battery is improved and made in the body that are covered by fairing. Energy generated from the 3 stages electric motor of Mission Motors, an OEM manufacturer from California. Its drivetrain are more severe than conventional engines, it has maximum strength up to 1,100 kW/134 hp with torque of 219,6 Nm.

Rear three quarter of Mugen Shinden San. (Picture from: http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/)

"Our engineers have worked side by side with the Mugen Shinden team while studied their racing data. For the Isle of Man TT 2014 racing competition, we have produced the development of new products that really improve the limitation of electric motorcycles on the track or not," explained Director of Powertrain Systems Engineering Mission Motors, Mark Sherwood.

The entire power directly channeled to all wheels without transmission. So, the duo Mugen's rider, John McGuinness, and 9 times TT winner Bruce Anstey, not bothered replacing the gear and clutch work. The clutch lever is located to the left handlebar usually go functioned as the rear brake. Even if the observed deeper, San Shinden had no brake pedal in the foot.

Mugen revealed, the maximum speed of the electric motorcycle can reached 185 kph. Maneuver ability entrusted to Showa suspension. While its speed deduction system using Nissin products.

"With the capabilities of talented riders, as well as the experience gained in 2012 and 2013, the team target to improves the class and enter a new level at the same time. And of course the final target is to be a winner," wrote Mugen in their official statement, on Tuesday, April 1, 2014. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION]

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Mars in the Cosmic Alignment with Earth, and Sun

Interesting astronomical phenomenon will occur on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Earth, Mars, and the Sun will be in a straight line. One line position of the Earth, Mars, and the Sun is called the opposition event. This phenomenon occurs every 778 days, or 2 years 1 month 18 days.

Illustration of planetary orbits in the Solar System. (Picture from: http://sains.kompas.com/)

Earth requires 365 days to circle the sun. While Mars much longer, takes 687 days. On the Sun rotation process, there are times when the Earth and Mars will appear one line if people see the entire solar system from above. As described by Space on Saturday, April 5, 2014, the opposition of Mars will be followed by another interesting phenomenon. Six days later, Mars will be closer to Earth so it would seem a little bigger.

There are two kinds of Mars opposition. For simplicity's sake, can be categorized as “favorable” and “unfavorable”. The division was based on the distance of Mars from the Sun. When Mars reaches its closest point to the Sun or perihelion (about 206 million km or 128.4 million miles), that's when the opposition is considered favorable because the Mars distance to Earth is closer. This favorable opposition have occurred in 2003, based on the picture above, when Mars is in the four o'clock position.

On the unfavorable oposition will occurs when Mars is in the most distant point to the Sun (aphelion). When aphelion, Mars is in the range of about 250 million km (154.9 million miles). The condition of this opposition have occurred in March 2012. Today opposition will be slightly better than in 2012, and will continue to be good until 2018. When Mars approaches Earth on April 14, 2014, the planet will be within 92.4 million kilometers.

To illustrate the difference with March 2012 condition, the distance between Mars and Earth is 100.9 million kilometers. While in August 2003 was only 55.8 million km. However, in this year will be the best moment to see Mars. So, when the sky is clear, look to the sky and Mars. And Mars will appear as a red dot in the sky. If you can see it, do not forget to take a picture. The red planet could even be photographed with a smartphone camera. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SPACE]

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