Lamborghini Huracan: The sequel to the success bull Gallardo

Lamborghini Huracan: Successor of success Bull (Photo: Lamborghini)

For Automobili Lamborghini, a new era begins: With the completely newly developed Huracán Lamborghini presents the successor of the Gallardo - with 610 hp probably the strongest future entry-level model of a sports car brand.

Successor of the successful bull

The Lamborghini Gallardo was 14,022 units had been built with the best-selling Lamborghini of all time, in its decade-long history of the traditional sports car manufacturer Lamborghini led to new successes. The completely new Huracán takes its name, as the Gallardo and most of Lamborghini models from the world of bullfighting: the fight animal Huracán from the breeding of the Spanish Conte della Patilla was famous for his courage and for his aggressiveness.

Aggressive looks and reinforced drive (Photo: Lamborghini)

Aggressive drive

Consistent lightweight construction can be found in the new hybrid chassis of Huracán again, an integrated structure made ​​of carbon - and aluminum elements. With a dry weight of 1,422 kg, it not only allows excellent power to weight ratio of 2.33 kilograms per hp, but also guarantees with its excellent rigidity, the driving precision of a race car.The new V10 engine delivers 5.2 liters, and 448 kW / 610 hp at 8,250 rev / min and a maximum torque of 560 Nm at 6,500 rev / min. In the new "Iniezione Diretta Stratificata" direct and indirect fuel injection are intelligently combined. The result is more power and torque at the same time significantly lowered fuel consumption and emissions.The top speed of over 325 km / h and the acceleration time from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.2 seconds, to 200 km / h in 9.9 seconds, describe only the most important figures of the dynamics of Huracán. Also thanks to Stop & Start technology, the combined EU fuel consumption was 12.5 liters per 100 km (290 g / km CO2) emissions are reduced. The engine complies with the Euro 6 standard .

Refined Driving Dynamics

Is transferred to the road, the power of the V10 engine on a new 7-speed dual clutch transmission "Lamborghini Doppia Frizione" and the permanent all-wheel drive with electronic control. Different driving modes can be selected via a switch in the steering wheel of the vehicle dynamics Huracán - from sporty and dynamic on the road to the extreme performance on the racetrack. The various driving modes have significant influence on driving behavior and experience in Huracán.They change especially the reaction of the engine and transmission, the sound characteristics of the engine, the all-wheel drive and electronic stability control ESC. For superior braking performance, the standard carbon-ceramic brake system provides. The variable steering "Lamborghini Dynamic Steering" and the electromagnetic damper control "Magne Ride" are available for the chassis of Huracán.

Sporty interior Lamborghini Huracan (Photo: Lamborghini)

High quality interior

The interior is dominated by the innovative cockpit: A 12.3-inch TFT display provides the driver all the necessary information from the tachometer on the navigation map , to the infotainment functions and can be configured in different modes. The design of the dashboard and the center tunnel highlights the new lightness of the interior. Fine Nappa leather and Alcantara characterize the many individual interior.Elaborate, craftsmanship guarantees an excellent quality feel.

Market launch in spring

Produces the Huracán at the headquarters of Automobili Lamborghini in Sant'Agata Bolognese in Italy. The delivery to the first customer is scheduled for spring 2014.

Video: Lamborghini Huracán

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The TH20 is a wristwatch medical vocation. Designed by Maeva Berthelot , the TH20 has a magnetic bracelet that embeds technology to measure the impedance of the skin.

Indeed, it allows the wearer to know his daily fluid intake and react accordingly. Besides displaying the time, the accessory focuses on monitoring the hydration of the user by calculating the time since his last drink of water.

Simply tap the touch interface for the active TH20 integrated stopwatch. If the time between two glasses of water is too high, the device emits an alarm as a reminder, prompting his onscreen user to hydrate regularly.

It is also possible to view the amount of water consumed in a week with statistics based on the hydration / dehydration of the body.

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In the pond the quantified self, bracelets connected type Fitbit and FuelBand can be practical to assess its regular physical activity. However, the data do not provide details on specific body movements. It is in this context that the concept of Notch has been developed.

It is a discrete sensor that will intrude into clothing to detect movement in specific points of the body.The aim is to address the motion tracking with a modular approach. The advantage of this mobile technology therefore lies its ability to offer more precision in its analysis through a combination of accelerometer and gyroscope.

The user can know exactly the body part that requires more work. Through a dedicated mobile application, the collected data can be viewed in real time on a smartphone.

In theory Notch must help athletes of all kinds to improve their movement. But we can also use it to monitor your posture at work. In addition, it can provide a haptic feedback of light emitting vibrations to correct the user.

Notch is currently at the prototype stage. The project will be launched soon on a crowdfunding platform for its implementation.

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The aircraft of the future will be environmentally friendly and efficient

A designer unveils its vision of the future of air transport for the benefit of the general public.Concept redefines the design and functionality of the aircraft conventional line for a greener and powerful version.

Called Sky AWWA Wale , this futuristic aircraft can accommodate 755 passengers. It features a bunch of systems to reduce weight and drag, but also the consumption of nitrogen oxide emission and noise.

Made from a lightweight alloy, an aircraft electric hybrid to further reduce pollution. It is distinguished by the design of its wings slightly bent at each end. They are provided with a control system of air flow.

Equipped with windows virtual reality, his body is adorned with solar cells to harvest energy from the sun and convert it into electricity. This subsequently feed the electric motor. Finally, the engine can be rotated 45 ° in the vertical position to facilitate the take-off and landing maneuvers.

Designed by Oscar Viñals , AWWA Sky Wale is currently only a concept yet to remote applications. 

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Movea G-Series bracelet connected who wanted to be precise

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Microsoft said it sold 3 million Xbox One

Since November 22, Microsoft has sold three million copies worldwide of its new console, the Xbox One.

The match between Sony and Microsoft raging in the video game. First to unsheathe new statistics, the U.S. group said Monday it sold three million copies of its new Xbox console One. Both consoles are more than ever in direct competition because both sold in November.

For now, the Xbox One was launched in thirteen countries, including France and the United States. But neither Microsoft nor Sony have wished to divulge the details of sales by country.

"We are very pleased with the launch, and even more so that this almost simultaneous launch with our competitor was unprecedented, responded to AFP Ouvrard Hughes, director of Xbox France. Us, we had not launched console for seven years and the market has changed considerably with the emergence of smartphones and tablets, but this figure clearly shows that consumers eagerly awaited Xbox One. "

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