Dolphin Submarine

June 8, 2008

The Bionic Dolphin

“Powered by a 400 horsepower small-block V8 (the same standard engine that powered the 2005 Corvette) the Bionic Dolphin can travel either on the surface of the water like a boat or completely submerged like a submarine. While the current models are only single-seaters Rowe has also designed a two-seat prototype that will serve as the production model. The Bionic Dolphin was scheduled to go on sale in early 2006 with a price tag of around $50,000 but looking at the website they still seem to be involved in the very important safety-testing stages.“ - Fast-World

Well as far as the general idea goes it’s great, I want one! As far as a submarine goes, a Dolphin would have to be the ideal shape, but as for using 400 horsepower small-block V8, I’d say that oxygen is going to be a problem, since a motor that size needs considerable amounts.

Personally, a high torque electric motor driving a pump, as they use in jet boats, and making up the weight from the V8 with batteries may be a better idea.

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Written by Beam · Filed Under Gizmos, Photos, Technology

Sometimes we all need a helping hand

June 5, 2008

helping hand
Photo: widelec.org

Sometimes we all need a helping hand, It’s good to see kids going that are resourceful, as well as caring.

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Written by Craig · Filed Under Animals, People, Photos

Strange Dog

June 5, 2008

Strange Dog
Photo: widelec.org

As photos go it at best average, but the content is another thing, what on earth is a Strange Dog?… the mind boggles if anybody knows, please let us know.

Website: widelec.org

Written by Beam · Filed Under Animals, Photos

Heavy Rock

June 4, 2008

Heavy Rock
Photo: Stumble

Every time I see a photo like this I think ‘Earth Quake’… the question is am I paranoid or have I just got a sick sense of humor?

Written by Beam · Filed Under Humour, People, Photos

Brilliant moon shot

June 4, 2008

Moon shot
Photo: ziza.ru

I found this brilliant image on a Russian website, not sure how much of it is real or photoshoped, either way it’s a nice shot.

Website: Nice moon shot

Written by Craig · Filed Under Art, Our World, Photos, Places

Easy PB&J Jar

May 28, 2008

Easy PB&J Jar

Easy PB&J Jar

Being a fan of conserving resources and energy, I love this little jar. This jar has the potential; for those willing to make an effort, to save on the energy of producing jars. If this jar is made of toughened glass and they create the procedures for handling them; being open at both ends will make it easier to clean, it should do well. With the price of fuel soaring, hopefully the will to save will move in the same direction as the price of fuel.

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Written by Beam · Filed Under Gizmos, Photos

Cutie on Keyboard

May 26, 2008

Fleabag on Key board
Photo: Stumble

For the like of me, I can’t think of a way to screw with this kitten… things are getting bad, I’m losing it, it’s a cat! There must be away, any ideas?

Written by Beam · Filed Under Animals, Photos

Li Ching-Yuen, 256 years old

May 26, 2008

Li Ching-Yuen
Photo: Wikipedia

Li Ching-Yuen was a Chinese herbalist, martial artist and tactical advisor. He claimed to be born in 1736, while records suggest 1677. These birth dates would have made him 197 or 256 years old when he died in 1933.

“Li Ching-Yuen was supposedly born in 1677 in Chyi Jiang Hsie, Szechuan province. He spent most of his life in the mountain ranges gathering herbs and knowledge of longevity methods.”

“In 1748, when he was 71 years old, he moved to Kai Hsien to join the Chinese army as a teacher of the martial arts and as a tactical advisor.”

“In 1927, Li Ching Yuen was invited by General Yang Sen to visit him in Wann Hsien, Szechuan. The general was fascinated by his youthfulness, strength and prowess in spite of his advanced age. His famous portrait was photographed there.”

“Returning home, he died a year later. Some say of natural causes, while others claim that he told friends that “I have done all I have to do in this world. I will now go home,” before he died.”

“After Li’s death, General Yang Sen investigated the truth about his claimed background and age. He wrote a report that was later published. In 1933, people interviewed from his home province remembered seeing him when they were children, and that he hadn’t aged much during their lifetime. Others reported that he had been friends with their grandfathers. The truth regarding his long life may never be solved.”

When asked about the secrets of longevity, Master Li Ching Yuen’s answer was: