J Craft will soon see the launch of the Torpedo. J Craft is now boosting the production on the Swedish island of Gotland. Eight J Craft Torpedos will be seen sailing in 2009 and the beginning of 2010. One boat will be built every month during the rest of the year. The J Craft Torpedo is 12.63m long and has a speed of 44 knots. This fantabulous boat is powered by two Volvo Penta IPS 500 engines and transmission system which allow amazing manoeuvring sideways and through 360 degrees using a joystick. The boats gave been designed and constructed under the special care of J Craft and can accomodate four passengers and one crew member.
J Craft Torpedo boats are elegant and have a touch of extravagance because of the silver cutlery designed by Prince Carl Philip of Sweden and a Nardi hand-carved steering wheel. The Cabrio Cruiser was the first boat manufactured by J Craft. J Craft has only constructed seven exclusive Cabrio Cruisers in the past nine years.
[yachting intelligence]
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2009
Torpedo J Craft Boats first seen at the Monaco Yacht Show
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2009
Torpedo J Craft Boats first seen at the Monaco Yacht Show
J Craft will soon see the launch of the Torpedo. J Craft is now boosting the production on the Swedish island of Gotland. Eight J Craft Torpedos will be seen sailing in 2009 and the beginning of 2010. One boat will be built every month during the rest of the year. The J Craft Torpedo is 12.63m long and has a speed of 44 knots. This fantabulous boat is powered by two Volvo Penta IPS 500 engines and transmission system which allow amazing manoeuvring sideways and through 360 degrees using a joystick. The boats gave been designed and constructed under the special care of J Craft and can accomodate four passengers and one crew member.
J Craft Torpedo boats are elegant and have a touch of extravagance because of the silver cutlery designed by Prince Carl Philip of Sweden and a Nardi hand-carved steering wheel. The Cabrio Cruiser was the first boat manufactured by J Craft. J Craft has only constructed seven exclusive Cabrio Cruisers in the past nine years.
[yachting intelligence]
30
2009
Tamlin & The Fall Miniaudieres look more like a bracelet than a handbag
Owning a miniaudiere is a dream for every woman. It’s not only elegant but also stylish in it’s approach. Tamlin & The Fall have come up with a beautiful miniaudiere which looks like a beautiful bracelet when you carried as a handbag. The miniaudiere dazzles with more than a pound of precious metal. The miniaudiere has options of being polished with sterling silver color, blackened sterling, matte sterling, or solid 18k polished gold. The elegant looking linings of the miniaudiere comes in matte black alligator or natural rattlesnake. The tassels of this handbag are hand-dyed feathers and it comes in a handmade wooden box lined in deerskin. The price of this elegant miniaudiere starts at $19,800.
[luxist]
30
2009
Folli Follie makes it’s way to Cannes
Making it to Cannes is a dream for every designer, Folli Follie has made this dream come true. Folli Follie, an international fashion brand has recently designed an impeccable watch for Cathay Pacific Airways’ Beyond Duty Free in flight programme for the fourth quarter of this year. It is a limited edition watch and only eight pieces of the Swiss-made Diamond Purity watch are available worldwide. This watch can be seen at the TFWA World Exhibition which is happening next month. Gianna Bressan, an Italian watch artist conceived the idea of using the concept of cosmic creation with the primary elements of harmony, beauty, light and ingenuity in this watch. The gold watch dazzles with 190 diamonds and has an amazing white sapphire on the crown. The diamonds in this watch have been set manually to give that perfect finish. The strap is made up of white alligator leather and features a gold double deployment safety buckle for that ethnic finish.
[moodiereport]
30
2009
Hyundai Enters the Limousine Market with Equus VL500
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Hot on the heels of the announcement that it would be bringing its flagship Equus luxury sedan to the North American market comes the launch of the Equus VL500 limousine. The stretched limo measures a foot longer than the luxury automobile on which it is based, and beats the likes of the Mercedes-Benz S500L and Lexus LS460L by some 15 inches, providing rear-seat passengers with that much extra legroom.
Although it hardly ranks among the top premium marques on this side of the ocean, Hyundai has quickly risen to the number four spot among automakers worldwide, and is certainly the largest in its domestic market, where the Equus VL500 is being launched exclusively for the time being. Prices hover around the Korean Won equivalent of $120,000, and three examples have even been outfitted with full bomb-proof armor for the President of South Korea, which will be used at the upcoming G20 summit there next year.
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30
2009
ZEFIRO 380 - $4 Billion super green trains for China to boost infrastructure
A Montreal-based train and plane maker has racked up another big win in the Middle Kingdom with a $4-billion (U.S.) contract for a Chinese joint venture to supply 80 next-generation, super high-speed trains to the Ministry of Railways. The deal – of which Bombardier’s share is valued at $2-billion – is for the company’s sleek Zefiro high-speed train and marks the latest in a series of increasingly important transactions for Bombardier in China. The Ministry of Railways has awarded a contract for 80 high speed trains to the Qingdao-based Bombardier Sifang joint venture.
The new rail line is claiming to be the most environmentally friendly machines on the planet but no technical details are out yet. The 27·4bn yuan order covers 20 eight-car and 60 16-car train sets, designated Zefiro 380. Deliveries are expected to start in 2012 and run until 2014.
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2009
Hydro-electricity anywhere anytime is the ultimate green gadget
This is a floating waterwheel that can generate electricity when suspended over a river or other flowing water regardless of the depth and speed of flow. The inventors claim it to be both efficient and cost effective, as well as being less intrusive to the environment than other hydroelectric solutions. The HEB can be suspended over any river or stream, and possibly implemented in the ocean to take advantage of wave energy as well. The design is deceptively simple: a one-piece large plastic wheel within a frame, spinning with the flow of water. What’s not so obvious is the internal design: a set of two integral planet gear driven permanent magnet generators turning the motion into usable power. The advantages of the HEB are many: compared to conventional waterwheels, it operates quietly, and is easy to transport and install. The machine is also environmentally friendly because of its shallow draft in the water, and has a low capital outlay per kilowatt. The HEB doesn’t interrupt the flow of the water and can adjust to changing water levels, while rolling over any debris in the flow.
The HEB could also be modular, so for more power, another generator can be installed either in parallel or in a series in the river. The hydroelectric device is also being developed with a tidal estuary variant which can be powered by both tides and waves.
30
2009
Presso Espresso manual coffeemaker to save energy
The one electrical appliance that is most used these days in the corporate sector is the espresso machine. For those who like to have their cup of espresso but worries about all the electricity wasted, then the Presso Espresso is your answer to your prayers. It is a non electric, manual coffee maker, capable of producing the required pressure to make your cup of coffee. This machine is really intelligent as it uses energy only when you boil a cup of water and it is also made from recyclable polished aluminium.
The machine is also easy to operate apparently – all you need to do is fill the steel filter with coffee and place it into Presso chrome holder. Pour boiling water into the heat proof cylinder at the top, lift the lever arms, place the coffee cup into position and lower the arms to trap air and force water at high pressure. Voila – there is your cuppa to jump start your day and feel great that it hasn’t eaten too much energy. If you want it, buy it for £78 ($125).
30
2009
Whirlpool releases energy-efficient smart clothes dryer plans
Well known home appliances brand Whirlpool has announced plans to produce one million smart clothes dryers by the end of 2011 which will be a quarter of its expected production by 2015. The smart dryers are expected to bring about lower electricity bills saving as much as $20 to $40 per year. The dryer will work in a smart system where it will power down during peak hours of energy use. The price of these are also not expected to be much more than the regular ones.
Whirlpool also has announced that they are putting more effort and time into developing more smart grid systems. Even GE has released plans of having smart water systems such as a smart water heater.
30
2009
MAYA Design develops solar-powered interactive display for world’s first ‘living’ building
MAYA Design has come up with a solar-powered interactive display for a “living building” under development at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. It will use a powerful computer that will give details of the environment surrounding the building, which will be used as an educational center. This low-power prototype was developed by the company by using an electronic paper display developed by Cambridge, Mass.-based E Ink Corp. it hopes that the new design can engage its visitors with the kind of sustainable electronic display that is energy-intensive in conventional uses. The project is estimated to cost around $20 million and pursue standards of green design that go beyond a LEED platinum rating by the US Green Building Council.
30
2009
E-Wolf is the German electric answer to the Italian
Recent cars from Tesla, Fisker and now the big guns like Audi and Mercedes show that an electric future can be just as much fun. And now we might have a winner, the e-Wolf E-2 concept. It looks like the results of a beautiful union of a Ferrari Enzo and Lamborghini Reventon and the concept is pure theatre from every angle. And underneath the skin they are aiming at 536bhp and 738lb/ft of torque that will power all four wheels through electric motors. The only issue is the weight; e-Wolf claims the overall weight will be around 2000lb, which seems a little optimistic. Even the Tesla Roadster weighs almost two tons thanks to the massive battery packs, but if they can do it then this will be a very cool car indeed – especially with all that torque available right from 1 rev.
The E-2 will hit 155mph, according to the manufacturer, can recharge 80 per cent of the batteries in 30 minutes and will have a range of 185 miles when it goes on sale in 2011.
[Autoblog]
30
2009
Tokyo to build a solar powered stadium for the 2016 Olympics
Solar powered dragon-shaped World Games Stadium in Taiwan has been in green limelight for some time now. However it’s time to shift attention to the Tokyo Olympic stadium that claims to be first the completely solar powered stadium when it takes shape. Tokyo 2016 bid team for Olympics has announced this officially. Plans also include renovating existing sports structures that will eliminate the need for more materials and space. The plan also promises to reduce carbon footprints with the most compact Games plan in history. The team proposes to position 97% of venues within an 8km radius of the Olympic Stadium and Olympic Village. By doing so, Tokyo intends to make a global statement about how much they care for our planet. With such green thoughts and proposals, I am sure, I need to book my tickets to Tokyo for the 2016 Olympic. On Oct. 2 in Copenhagen, Tokyo will compete with Chicago, Madrid and Rio de Janeiro to win the chance to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
30
2009
Greens on your center table purifies air
The era of artificial air purifiers is now passé. Not only are they synthetic, but many a times use up a lot of energy. I’m sure you hate that fact and do feel helpless about wanting to conserve the environment, but never found a solution. Oxygen of Green presents a design of the future where they get you a natural air purifier table for your living room. Looks wise, it gets straight A’s for sure. And utility wise, even more! The concept implements a green patch at the center of your table that will generate a good amount of oxygen which naturally purifies the air. The best part is that these plants grow without soil, so there won’t be a mess too. This sleek and stylish low table is a must have in today’s time when maintaining a good ecological balance is our prime concerns.
[Tuvie]
30
2009
Roca’s W+W toilet-sink combo helps to reduce water consumption
Beauty and brains is hard to come by these days. But with Rico’s Washbasin and Watercloset (W+W) combo, the fantasies come alive. This fancy multi-tasking toilet-sink combination is not just compact and perfect for your small apartment bathroom, but its smooth design boasts of an ingenious self-contained greywater system that is capable of reducing water use by upto25% compared to standard 6/3liter dual flush toilet. The system uses water-reuse technology and also doesn’t flush the bacteria in the units’ built-in container, thus reducing the bad odor. Though the model has been introduced in Japan and has been popular there for long, but the fresh features and the water re-cycling feature is very new and eco-friendly.
30
2009
Datamancer’s Alchemist Keyboard confuses the geeks with symbols
This one is certainly not designed for a layman. Only folks with a scientific acquaintance will understand the need for such a keyboard. Exclusively designed for a pharmacist, Datamancer has given form to the Alchemist Keyboard. The site mentions that it is ‘themed around Apothecarial and Alchemical icons including the Bowl of Hygeia, the Caduceus, and the Eye of Ra (from which the modern “Rx” symbol used by pharmacists is derived). Stained-glass on the sides adds color to this otherwise all metal keyboard. Designed for PC use, it is a USB keyboard that is not compatible with Mac.It also comes with a braided brass cord. The site also gives account of various symbols used for the keys.
The function keys display the elemental symbols of the various metals used in the construction of the keyboard, as well as a few others. The tilde and number keys display the symbols for the sun, moon and the planets.
The symbols for Earth, Air, Fire and Water are found on the arrow keys and the number pad uses stylized Roman numerals.
The Enter and Shift keys are labeled with the symbols for Alchemical processes like mixing, stirring, combining, etc. Secundum artem is a Latin phrase meaning “according to the art.”
As soon as it hit eBay for sale, it was picked up for $2,300. However there are plans to make more of these Alchemist Keyboards (including Mac-compatible versions) to please all those who care to type on this confusing full-of-symbols keyboard. It will certainly complement the Steampunk LCD Monitor.
30
2009
Large 160 inch screen provides cinema-like experience in luxury Utah home
Luxury lovers spare no expenses when it comes to equipping their homes with a home theater. If you thought no other home theater could match up to the classy home theater designed by AV design & Integration in a traditional home, think again. Competing for the Best Home theater category ($50,000-$1,000,000) at this year’s Home of the Year awards is this home in St. George, Utah. The gorgeous home is situated in a beautiful locale with panoramic views of mountains in the distance. The home has large windows and 20 foot ceilings. The task of equipping this gorgeous home with a home theater that would steal the attention from the beautiful views was given to The Audio Installation Company. The company began by incorporating a large 160-inch Draper Onyx screen in the room. To give viewers a cinema-like experience, the designers even installed automated curtains that draw in front of the screen. Beautiful mahogany hardwood adorns the room, while the JVC projector is mounted. Sound is provided by nine B&W Speakers that are hidden behind the sound panels including two Velodyne in-wall subs.
The entire system including the curtains is controlled by an RTI T2-C handheld controller. With such a neat home theater, why would anyone ever go the cinema?
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2009
A. Lange & Sohne presents diamond studded Tourbograph Pour le Merite watch for $1.75 million
Many watchmakers use diamonds and other precious stones to enhance the beauty of their timepieces. The added sparkle works wonders if you ask me. Using this mantra is A. Lange & Sohne who have collaborated with Paris based jewelry store Dubail to create an exquisite diamond studded version of the limited edition Tourbograph Pour le Merite watch. The luxury timepiece bedazzles you with its all white gold case and bracelet encrusted with stunning clear white diamonds weighing over 40ct. The handmade timepiece is luxury at its best. The stunning watch boasts of a Caliber L903.0 movement which is manually wound, and has a tourbillon, split-seconds chronograph, and a power reserve indicator. The movement has 600 tiny pieces in it. This exquisite timepiece drenched in diamonds is valued at $1.75 million!
The watch will be in Dubail at the Place Vendome in Paris and since Dubail commissioned this watch from A. Lange & Sohne it is highly possible that there is already a buyer for it.
30
2009
Cheryl Cole’s Audi R8 is up for sale
The hot and sexy X-factor judge, Cheryl Cole has put her daily drive up for sale. The Audi R8 owned by the Girl’s Aloud singer is up for sale on Auto Trader. The black supercar which perfectly complimented the sexy star was registered in her husband’s name (Ashley Cole) and flaunts a ‘57’ plate. The sleek car is powered by a 4.2-litre V8 engine and boasts of 420bhp and 317lb/ft of pulling power. The supercar accelerates from 0-62mph in just 4.6 seconds and achieves a top speed of 187 mph. The sexy lady’s car is for sale with West Yorkshire dealer Shawcroft Motors for £66,985 ($107,560) which is £30,000 ($48,165) less than it cost the Coles.
30
2009
NASA Omni Hand Prototype with NASA glove for sale on eBay
Sci-fi freaks as well as techno geeks who love to study and explore space technology here is something for you. eBay is auctioning a NASA Omni Hand Prototype which is just one of two ever made. A revolution in robotics, this prototype was the first motorized dexterous robotic hand. This dexterous robotic hand boasts of ball and socket joints for flexibility. The robotic hand was created for NASA Space Application and even won the 19993 NASA Technology Utilization Award. But here is the best part; the robotic hand features a custom fitted NASA space suit glove made by the same company who makes space suits for NASA!
The starting bid for this robotic hand is $22,500 and the auction is slated to end on October 5th. So if any of you techno freaks are interested in acquiring this revolutionary creation, you had better hurry.
30
2009
Gorgeous pear-shaped diamond ring estimated to fetch $2,400,000 at Sotheby’s Important Jewels auction
When it comes to auction’s houses with the most priceless jewels, Sotheby’s is definitely a frontrunner. The auction house’s autumn sale slated for October 19 will only re-instill this belief. The auction titled Important Jewels will boast of some of the most precious and exquisite jewels and is estimated in excess of $9 million. The various jewels featured in this sale are from private American collections as well as a selection of high quality white diamonds and signed and period pieces. The centerpiece or the show stopper of this sale is the gorgeous pear-shaped diamond ring. Weighing 29.53 carats, this precious D color stone has been determined by the Gemological Institute of America to be both potentially flawless and type lla. This exquisite ring is estimated to fetch between $1,800,000 and $2,400,000 i.e. around $61,000 per carat. The ring which is on offer from the Property of a New York Estate collection is sure to fetch its estimated sum. Dazzling and shining, this ring will certainly bedazzle bidders.
Besides this ring, the other jewels on auction at this sale are a beautiful diamond studded butterfly brooch-Bulgari (est. $50,000-$70,000), platinum and diamond Barrette (est. $20,000-$30,000). There is also a cute pink diamond elephant brooch (est. $15,000-$20,000). The sale will also feature many high quality white diamonds weighing less than 10 carats. Colorful jewels at the sale include a Tiffany and Co.’s Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond ring (est. $250,000-$350,000) as well as an 18 ct gold, diamond and Amethyst “Botticelli” necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels (est. $50,000-$70,000).
All the precious jewels on sale will be on exhibition from October 14 at Sotheby’s New York galleries.