As quoted of Visordown, based on feedback from the users and in accordance with Euro4 standards, KTM provide an update to the RC 390 models in 2016. The changes this time are clearly visible on the exhaust, where the new exhaust is placed on the right side of the motorcycle, rather than the belly pan models.
Given the latest designs exhaust, the belly pan was also redesigned and slimmed down, which claimed by KTM to increase the ground clearance. This new exhaust design also forces the Mattighofen-based motorcycle manufacturer to make changes to the passenger footrest holder.
The 2016 RC 390 has a ride-by-wire throttle and adjustable levers. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aGQlr)
2016 KTM RC 390 pinned with many advanced features, one of them is a ride-by-wire throttle with a response that is claimed to be more efficient. Other features include a slipper clutch that can help the rider when entering corners and reduce the rear wheel chatter during cornering.
At 320 mm, the front brake disc on the 2016 bike is also 20 mm bigger. Other changes include the addition of adjustable brake and clutch levers and new mirrors to offer a wider view. The fuel tank has also been revised to avoid fuel evaporation and the passenger seat has been given an additional 12 mm of padding to make it more comfortable for passengers.
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]
Mriya, the largest aircraft ever been made in the world, has recently flown back and carrying the goods delivery mission across three continents. The landing of the largest iron bird in the Prague airport, instantly attract the attention of many people. Many people come to Prague, to witness Mriya against gravity when will land at the Vaclav Havel airport, Czech Republic.
An-225 'Mriya,' the world's biggest aircraft. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aHXrr)
As quoted by CNN on Thursday, May 12, 2016, the aircraft was officially named Antonov An-225's, made in the 1980s to transport the Soviet space shuttle in his back. When the transporting mission was over, Mriya was crowned as the coolest cargo transporter aircraft in the world.
On Tuesday, May 10, 2016, the plane landed back in Prague and were greeted by the airport authorities to load the giant aircraft's belly with a generator weighing 130 tonnes to be delivered to Australia.
Left side view of An-225 'Mriya,' transporter aircraft. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aHXrr)
If the general aircraft is usually driven by two or four jet engines, but the giant aircraft was run using six jet engines. And the wing span of Mriya has a length of 290 ft, or equivalent to 88 meters. The cargo cabin length exceeds even the length of Wright brothers' historic plane in 1903.
When taking off, the monster plane has to fight to lift the body weighing over 640 tonnes, which is even more than double the weight of the Statue of Liberty. If the goods are usually put in the cargo through the bottom of the fuselage, and Mriya only stayed to open its nose was directly connected with the cargo cabin.
Cockpit view of An-225 'Mriya,' transporter aircraft. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aHYYT)
The flying action of giant aircraft was very rare. Normally the aircraft are flown by six people, only flown once or twice a year. The An-225 has the title as the cargo plane that flew with the world's heaviest payloads. In 2004, Mriya fly transporting 247 tonnes of oil pipeline machine to Uzbekistan.
This time, the giant plane was scheduled to fly from Prague with the first stop in Turkmenistan, India and Malaysia, before finally reaching its final destination in Perth, Australia. After completing the mission. Mriya will be back parking at the Kiev airport, Ukraine, and waiting for the next mission. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CNN]
Fierce ONES - Super Veloce Racing (SVR) has taken a significant step in the world of high-performance automobiles by being appointed as an authorized dealer for Noble Automotive. Their role as a dealer includes the responsibility of selling and servicing Noble's exclusive products. One of the most exciting developments in this partnership is the introduction of the newest Noble M600 supercar, which made its debut at the London Motor Show in 2016. This event marked a pivotal moment for both SVR and Noble Automotive, showcasing a car that represents the pinnacle of British automotive engineering.
The Noble M600 on display at the London Motor Show 2016. (Picture from: NewAtlas)
The Noble M600 is a product of meticulous craftsmanship, emerging from a Leicester-based manufacturer with a reputation for excellence. The exterior of the M600 displayed at the show was striking, painted in a sophisticated 'Black-Red' color scheme. The choice of color, combined with a carbon fiber roof, added an extra layer of refinement and exclusivity to the vehicle, capturing the attention of those who appreciate both aesthetics and performance in a supercar.
Front three quarter of SVR Noble M600. (Picture from: Carscoops)
Noble's journey to bring the M600 to life was not a short one; it spanned over five years of development. This extensive process resulted in two distinct editions of the car: the 'standard' M600 and the M600 CarbonSport. Both editions are hand-crafted, reflecting Noble's commitment to quality and individuality. Each car is built to order, ensuring that every customer receives a vehicle tailored to their specific preferences and desires.
SVR's role extends beyond mere sales; they engage directly with customers, offering them the opportunity to experience the M600 firsthand before making a purchase. This approach allows prospective buyers to fully appreciate the capabilities and characteristics of this British supercar. The test drive process is not just a formality; it is a crucial step in ensuring that the customer is fully satisfied with their choice.
The M600 has a total length of 4,360 mm (172 inches), a track of 1,578mm (62 inches), and a wheelbase of 2,540mm (100 inches). (Picture from: Carscoops)
Once
the test drive is completed, SVR collaborates closely with the customer
to fine-tune the design and aesthetic details of the car. This
collaborative process ensures that each M600 is not only a
high-performance machine but also a unique expression of the buyer's
personality and tastes. The result is a supercar that stands out not
just for its speed and power but for its individuality. The exclusivity
of the M600 is further emphasized by its limited production; only around
30 units have been produced, making it a rare and highly sought-after
vehicle.
The interior can be tailored entirely to suit the buyer. (Picture from: Carscoops)
Choosing
the London Motor Show in 2016 as the venue for the launch of the newest
Noble M600 was a strategic decision by SVR. The show provided an ideal
platform to showcase the prestige of the M600 and to educate visitors
about the vision and products of Noble Automotive. The event served as a
stage where the engineering prowess and innovative spirit of this
British carmaker could be fully appreciated by an audience of automotive
enthusiasts and potential buyers alike.
Rear three quarter of SVR Noble M600. (Picture from: Carscoops)
At
the heart of the Noble M600 is a powerful twin-turbo V8 Yamaha engine with a capacity of 4.4 liters. This engine is paired with a six-speed
manual transmission system, providing the driver with a direct and
engaging driving experience. The performance figures of the M600 are
impressive, with the engine delivering up to 662 BHP (492 kW) and a
torque of 818 Nm (604 ft-lbs). These numbers translate into exhilarating
performance on the road, with the M600 capable of accelerating from 0
to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. The car’s top speed is equally
remarkable, reaching 225 mph (362 km/h), making it one of the fastest
production cars available.
The unveiling of the Noble M600 at the London Motor Show was more than just a product launch; it was a demonstration of the dedication, skill, and passion that define both Noble Automotive and Super Veloce Racing. This car represents the culmination of years of hard work and the pursuit of automotive excellence. For those who have the opportunity to own and drive the M600, it offers not just a mode of transportation but an experience that is truly unique and unforgettable. *** [EKA [19052016] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS | NEWATLAS ]
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Two years ago, Massimo Tamburini, known as the most talented Italian motorcycle designer, with the famous works such as the Ducati 916 and MV Agusta F4 passed away. Before Massimo died, turn out he was leaving an almost completed superbike.
However superbike which was abandoned, in the end successfully realized in full and given the name 'T12 Massimo' (T stands for Tamburini, 12 was his lucky number and Massimo in Italian it also means "maximum") in the hands of his own son, Andrea Tamburini. And the T12 Massimo motorcycle is about the same scale as a 500cc GP racer of yore.
By relying on the strength of the BMW S1000RR, T12 capable of spewing power of 230 hp. Enveloped the steel trellis chassis with the technology of flexural rigidity setting, jet black colored carbon fiber bodywork showed high aggressiveness.
Various qualified aftermarket components nice embedded on the motorcycle, ranging from the 4-1 Arrow exhaust, Ohlins for suspension system, and the brakes with Brembo and Marchesini. The superbike which has an empty weight of 155 kg was estimated to be worth of US. $342 thousand, equivalent Rp.4,6 billion. Woow!!
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 | GIZMAG]
Luxembourg, a small country in Europe which borders with Belgium, Germany, and France recently joined the California-based company, Deep Space Industries (DSI), that established with aims to finding, mining, and providing of the asteroid resources.
The race is on to mine asteroids and planets for valuable minerals. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aGDRP)
The cooperation is intended to produce a spacecraft with a size of 30 centimeters, dubbed the Prospector-X. An advanced object technology was designed to test the mining of asteroids. The plan, the Luxembourg send a probe or drone toward low Earth orbit in the future. If the mission is successful, then the probe will be deployed to asteroids mining that aims to find water and rare minerals in space after 2020.
An illustration of Asteroid mining activity. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aGDJ0)
Last year, US President Barack Obama signed the controversial bill. He allowed the American companies have ownership of the asteroid material extraction legally. The bill estimated will be triggered the asteroid mining fever.
Meanwhile, Luxembourg for the first time announced their intention to mine the asteroids in February.
Space mining has governments and companies looking skyward. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aGDJ0)
"Directly, circulated myth that mining asteroids just the imagination of a conspiracy of the rich Silicon Valley bosses or the plot made by American imperialism to take over the solar system," said DSI chief, Rick Tumlinson as told to National Geographic.
As quoted from News.com.au on Tuesday, May 10. 2016, another US company, Planetary Resources, has become one of the forces to pushing the asteroid mining technology. The company has several shareholders with the famous profile in Silicon Valley, including the Alphabet executives Larry Page and Eric Schmidt, as well as the founder of Virgin, Richard Branson.
A concept of Asteroid mining by DSI(Deep Space Industries), a California-based company that established with aims to finding, mining, and providing of the asteroid resources. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aGCae)
Last year, Planetary Resources launched its first satellite from the International Space Station or ISS to test the asteroid mining technology. But until now, the legal position of the asteroid mining activities is uncertain. Claiming a planet is forbidden since 1967 by the International Space Treaty, but the law on extraction of space resources is still unformed.
Sightings of comets and asteroids that do orbit close to Earth's orbit. The blue circumference is the track the orbit of Mercury, Venus, and Mars. The bright green color track is the trajectory of the Earth's orbit and the green spots are NEO. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1aGCae)
A website created by the Luxembourg government, specifically discusses the topics about the asteroid mining. They acknowledged that the legality of the practice of the futuristic mining activity yet to be established.
"Luxembourg is very conscious that the law is not a trivial matter. Therefore the country to be careful in exploring appropriate ways to support and promote the outer space mining is done in a balanced and economically," as writen by the website.
"Commencement of the project will have the characteristics of a scientific or research that does not cause problems in international law ...," the website said further.
What will be mined from asteroids?
One of space mining companies, Planetary Resources is eyeing two things: platinum and water. Platinum is a metal group consisting of ruthenium, rhodium, palladium, osmium, iridium, and platinum, which are only found in low concentrations in the Earth. It's hard to get it, it's why the price is extraordinarily expensive.
These metals were not formed by chance in the Earth's crust, but there was due to the impact of an asteroid collision. Its reserves was outstanding. One space rock rich in platinum with a width of 500 meters, for example, contain platinum metals equivalent to ever mined in human history.
Some asteroids known rich in water, which is also one of the company targets. After extraction, the water from the asteroid was not sold on Earth, but traded in the space to cut the cost of bringing water from Earth.
Water from asteroids will help the astronauts stay hydrated, it also helps to grow crops in space. Furthermore, the water will be used as a radiation shield on the space shuttle. Also can be seperated into two elements, ie oxygen and hydrogen as the main component of rocket fuel. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NATIONAL GEOGRAPHICS | NEWS.COM.AU]
Ferrari plans to sell the convertible alias roofless versions of LaFerrari, actually been heard since last 2014. It had blowing the news that the roofless model will be launched in 2015, but in fact has not been done. It has now been confirmed, that the model is ready to go into mass production line.
As qouted of Autoblog on Friday, May 6, 2016, the news is published directly by Ferrari CEO Sergio Marchionne, a few minutes after he set served as the number one at Ferrari. "The closest future products is LaFerrari Spider. It is not a secret anymore, because it will be close to its loyal customers," said Marchionne.
However, Ferrari will continue to maintain the exclusive side of LaFerrari. As proof, its roofless version will be produced in limited numbers, ie between 150 to 200 units. However, regarding the price, the new boss of Ferrari was not able to divulge, but he promised to inform at the Paris Motor Show 2016, in next October.
LaFerrari Spider will become a new icon, its roof that can be opened and closed consist of two panels. And butterfly styled doors can no longer be used, then replaced the standard type.
As we knew, the "standard" LaFerrari produced only 499 units for worldwide priced at US. $1.69 million (Rp. 20.5 billion), although there is no confirmation of the possibility of Ferrari LaFerrari Spider priced much more expensive, estimated at US. $2-4 million (Rp. 24 - 48 billion). The range is seen from the convertible series ever made before, namely Ferrari F12 TRS and SP12 EC. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOBLOG]
