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Saturday, December 13, 2014

Waiting for the FXX debut in Abu Dhabi

Ferrari FXX K has been revealed ahead of its debut on the Finali Mondiali show at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi. Formerly known as LaFerrari XX, because this car is based on LaFerrari. The first hybrid engine of the famous Italian supercar manufacturer will go on sale next year. K on the moniker is a reference to the KERS, the kinetic energy recovery system which has been adopted.
Ferrari FXX K. (Picture from: http://engt.co/1wBtKFU)
FXX K has a maximum power of 1,050 hp. The power generated from the fusion from a 6.2-liter V12 engine which could spewed a power of 860 hp and 190 hp from the electric motor. The maximum torque produced by the engine is more than 900 Nm. In terms of design, the front of the car is dominated by the twin-profile spoiler and larger splitter, which is 30 mm lower than the standard.
Interior view of Ferrari FXX K. (Picture from: http://engt.co/1wBtKFU)
On the side profile, we could see a new side skirts, while at the rear is now higher and equipped with a spoiler with small wings on each side. Ferrari says the FXX-K also incorporates highly effective downforce generation and aero balance concepts debuted and developed in the GT category of the WEC, which Ferrari won on three consecutive years. The result is downforce of 540 kg at 200 kph..
Rear view of Ferrari FXX K. (Picture from: http://engt.co/1wBtKFU)
FXX K is the most ambitious research program product of Ferrari. Based on the first hybrid Maranello model that uses the KERS kinetic energy systems to maximize performance on the track. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FERRARI | ENGADGET]
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Full Moon concept

Akrapovič, a Slovenian automotive exhaust systems manufacturer, recently created an innovation in the automotive world. A motorcycle concept came with full aesthetic and was born with the name of the Full Moon concept.  

The newest motorcycle concept was first published, and is currently being exhibited at the Bad Salzuflen Custom Bike show, on December 11, 2014.
Akrapovič Full Moon Concept. (Picture from: http://aol.it/1zWq8MB)
Built using with the majority iron material on its body, the Full Moon takes the base of Knucklehead engine V-Twin S & S, with a capacity of 1,524 cc. Its front wheel carries a super large diameter of 30" alloy wheel with custom workmanship of aluminum and carbon.
Right side view of Akrapovič Full Moon Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1GiEsCQ)
As the latest mascot of Akrapovič products, Full Moon concept fitted with two large Akrapovic muffler with a design that blends into the motorcycle monocoque body. 
Rear side view of Akrapovič Full Moon Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1GiEsCQ)
Amazingly, with large bodywork so the bike is equipped with a hydraulic system for its rear sector, and the footrest are designed similar to the scooter which makes it even more unique. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DESIGNBOOM]
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Friday, December 12, 2014

Here is the Camaro 'Turbo' looks

Still remember with the animated movie 'Turbo'? And if you are a big fan of the American muscle car, probably this modification work can be an inspiration. Because in the film there is a twin brother of Camaro Bumblebee - Transformers, as well as more great look.
2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Turbo Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1vhgT5e)
They are equally using the fifth-generation of Chevrolet Camaro coupé as one of the characters in the movie. The car which was takes role and plays in the 'Turbo' movie is Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, comes as a racing car with a force of more than 700 hp which uses a V8 supercharged engine.
Left side view of 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Turbo Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1vhgT5e)
Camaro 'Turbo' ferocious display in the DreamWorks Animation's film that have been released years ago and managed to 'switched on' in Chicago complete with its 'monster' power, which is more than 700 hp.
Interior view of 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Turbo Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1vhgT5e)
Camaro 'Turbo' is modified with a fierce look. Using size 24-inch wheels with wide tread, further reinforce the impression fierce. Especially when the bonnet or its COPO hood not able to hide the supercharger devices.
Rear side view of 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Turbo Concept. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1vhgT5e)
Another thing that adds to the ferocity ie 'Turbo' body-kit, front bumper with the racing style and also the addition of a rear-spoiler to add aerodynamic aspects. To 'eyes' design still remained with the Camaro style, just use the blue colored angle eyes, also for its fog lamp. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CAR2REVIEW.COM]
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The giant asteroid threatening to hit the Earth in future

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has denied the claims of Russian scientists that a giant asteroid which they have just discovered would threaten the Earth in the future.
An artist ilustration of the asteroid 2014 UR116. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1yROIjp)
A number of reports from Russia recently stated that a country's researchers have found an asteroid with the size of a 400-meter which could create havoc for the Earth.

However, based on the calculation of NASA and Minor Planet Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts, an asteroid named 2014 UR116 was not a threat to Earth, at least for the next 150 years.

"A number of recent media reports said that an asteroid called 2014 UR116, which was found on October 27, 2014 at the MASTER-II observatory in Kislovodsk, Russia, give the message of collision threat to Earth," said officials at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California.

"In addition to the asteroid is about 400 meters has a three-year period orbit around the Sun and return to the Earth's environment periodically, this asteroid is not order a threat because of its orbital path is not close enough cross Earth's orbit," NASA said as quoted by Space.com. At least to give the message that we are more aware of the danger of collisions space objects. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SPACE.COM]
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Thursday, December 11, 2014

This is Mr. Putin's New Special Electric Ride

Every president in the world always has the mainstay of each vehicle in order to secure the number one in a state. While the Indonesian President reported having a Mercedes-Benz S-Guard Pullman, as well as the renowned president of Russia, Vladimir Putin.

This is Yo-Crossback EV, one of four prototype specially prepared for the president in any state activity. This car was designed by Yo-Auto, a joint venture between SKD truck maker Yarovit and Mikhail Prokhorov's ONEXIM investment group.
The Yo-Crossback EV. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1yeUZFx)
The design of the electric car is actually adopting a long planning that has been cultivated since 2012, when the car manufacturer is still in the process of working on projects Yo-Mobil hybrid. At that time, the initial design uses a 1.4-liter gasoline Fiat engine mated to maximum power from the dual electric motors.
Interior view of Yo-Crossback EV. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1yeUZFx)
However, it failed to deliver and in April of 2014, ONEXIM "sold the technology and development rights for its Yo-mobil hybrid vehicle to the state-run NAMI institute for €1" because "the sharp weakening of the auto market has made it impossible to go ahead with the project, and make a profit," according to an RT report.
Dashboard view of Yo-Crossback EV. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1yeUZFx)
Now Yo-Mobil works on other EV projects under the umbrella of NAMI, the original company had built four prototypes of a different car named the Yo-Crossover, a three-door electric hatch (many call this car as the Russian's BMW i3).
Rear side view of Yo-Crossback EV. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/1yeUZFx)
According to news reported from Carscoops on Tuesday, December 2, 2014, Mikhail Prokhorov kept the white EV for himself, then gifting the red car to Russian president Vladimir Putin and the blue one to Russian politician Vladimir Zhirinovsky – no word on what happened to the fourth EV. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS]
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The luxury clothings were found in the tombs of the Ming Dynasty

Archaeologists in China found the tomb of the couple from the Ming Dynasty to the detailed design ornate clothing that is still preserved.

500-year-old tomb containing a wooden coffin for the husband and his wife, both of which are side by side in the outer coffin covered with layers of slurry (a mixture of lime and glutinous rice soup). As reported by LiveScience, archaeologists only found some bones in a coffin, but the clothes they are still in good condition. The wife coffin have sash with the words that she was "Deceased Mother of the Wang family of the Ming Dynasty."

Coffin containing clothes in the patch that shows detailed images of Kilin, mythological creature with the head of a dragon and a scaly body. Kilin it looks to be in the clouds, rocks, and ocean water.

Some skirts are found in the wife coffin, including one decorated with gold thread pattern along approximately 89 centimeters. "The fabric is woven with a decorative flowers, insects and various patterns of possessions," said the researchers from Taizhou Municipal Museum in an article recently published in the journal of Chinese Cultural Relics.
Both of the coffins within a husband-and-wife's tomb found in China contained fine clothing. This gown, which was found in the husband’s coffin, is elaborately decorated. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/12X46yZ)
Even the women's footwear in the crate has a nice decoration. "Uppers made of plain silk, and on the finger embroidered with patterns of flowers, ancient coins, square dots and bell rock," the researchers write and add heels decorated with woven floral pattern and a variety of patterns possessions.

The researchers stated that the goods remain in good condition because it is stored in a covered well. According to their high level of preservation of the Ming Dynasty clothing associated with the pulp layer that closes the coffin and form a seal..

The tomb was found in the village Sensen Village, part of the city of Taizhou, in the East China Sea coast, and dug in July 2008. Based on the design and artifacts in the tomb, archaeologists believe the tomb was built around the time of Jiajing Emperor, who ruled from 1521 until 1567.

Woman's husband was also interred with nice clothes. He had a number of dresses, including a dress with a very intricate pattern. "The fabric weave drawing lotus flower, peony, plum and chrysanthemum, interspersed with various patterns of possessions such as coins, beads fire, horns, boxes, banana leaves, sticks Ruyi, silver rods and bell rock," the researchers wrote.

The man had two pieces of pillowcase, with the inscription stating "beginning fly to Heaven" and "to be born in the next life in the Western World." The researchers did not speculate about the couple's beliefs but the phrase "western world" can refer to a Buddhist. In the school of Mahayana Buddhism is said to be heaven, or Sukhavati, in the far west. It can be entered by calling the name of Amitabha Buddha. Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism are all executed in China during the Ming Dynasty between 1368 to 

In addition to the 16th century and 17, there are a small number of European Christian missionaries in China, which is a prosperous area during the Ming Dynasty, when the Ming rulers to build the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, as well as Admiral Zheng He sent an expedition to the Indian Ocean, reaching the east coast of Africa. (See another photos.) *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LIVESCIENCE]
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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Conquering Speed: The 9ff GT9 Vmax - Redefining Limits in Automotive Velocity

In the ever-evolving realm of automotive engineering, a fierce competition is underway among renowned manufacturers, each vying to engineer a vehicle that can outmatch even the illustrious Bugatti Veyron Super Sport – a behemoth renowned for reigning supreme as the world's fastest car. In this arena of velocity, a prominent contender emerges: the 9ff GT9 Vmax.
9ff GT9 Vmax. (Picture from: Autobild.de)
Sporting a staggering 1400 "horsepower," the 9ff GT9 Vmax catapults itself into a league of its own, boasting a remarkable top speed of 437 kph. These impressive claims are substantiated by none other than Gerald Czajka, the discerning editor of Germany's esteemed Auto Bild magazine, who bravely tamed this four-wheeled beast. The heart of this automotive marvel lies in a 6-cylinder boxer engine, an evolutionary offspring of the Porsche 911 GT3 RSR, which, coupled with the prowess of twin turbos, bestows upon the athlete a staggering 1160 Nm of torque and a breathtaking 1400 horsepower.
Interior view of 9ff GT9 Vmax. (Picture from: Autobild.de)
The manufacturer's catalog confidently attests to this power, propelling the GT9 Vmax to a velocity of 437 kph. If this data holds true, the 9ff GT9 Vmax reigns as the fastest road car ever to grace the open market, dethroning its predecessor, the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, which achieved a "mere" 415 kph.
Rear side view of 9ff GT9 Vmax. (Picture from: Autobild.de)
Under ideal weather conditions, the GT9 Vmax effortlessly sprints from zero to one hundred kilometers per hour in a mere 3.1 seconds, an adrenaline-pumping feat that continues as it conquers the 200 kph mark in a breathtaking 6.8 seconds. Further testaments to its unparalleled acceleration emerge as it breaches the 300 kph barrier in a scant 13 seconds.

Now, let's talk about the price – a fleeting consideration for those who inhabit a realm where speed and opulence intertwine. An enigmatic Arab sheik, shrouded in anonymity, embarked on a quest to possess this automotive gem, parting with a princely sum of €540,000, equivalent to approximately $670,308 USD at the time, in the year 2013.
In this epoch of automotive innovation, where the race to break speed barriers and redefine limits continues unabated, the 9ff GT9 Vmax emerges as a titan, a living testament to human ingenuity and engineering excellence. A symphony of power and velocity, it propels us into a realm where the very concept of speed is redefined, leaving in its wake an indelible mark on the annals of automotive history. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOBILD.DE]
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