#rotor dynamics

[learnsharewithdp]

Why Journal Bearings Fail: Insights into Complex Modeling Needs

Journal bearings are the unsung heroes of rotating machinery — from turbines and compressors to electric vehicles and aircraft engines. While they’ve been studied for over a century, many complex challenges still limit their performance and reliability in cutting-edge industrial applications. Among these, real-time multiphysics modeling and health prognostics stand out as the most demanding and…

[honeyandruin]

Idle Hands - Auto Shop Teacher!Joel Miller x Reader : PART TWO

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Pairing: Auto Shop Teacher!Joel Miller x Reader (college AU)

Summary: Part two of Idle Hands as so many have requested. After the night in your car, you tried to believe it was a mistake (and failed). But back in class, the tension is impossible to ignore—and when jealousy gets the better of him, you both learn you were never going to stop.

Warnings: 18+ only. MINORS DNI. Age gap, explicit sexual content, JEALOUS JOOOOEL BABY, unprotected sex, choking, rough sex, possessive Joel, teacher/student dynamic, praise & degradation, power imbalance, aftercare.

Word count: 3k (please don’t hate me that it’s a shorter one than the usuals)

A/N : I tried tagging everyone who asked to be tagged, and if it didn’t work, I’m so sorry!

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The shop smells like motor oil and old concrete.

You stand in the doorway a beat longer than you mean to, gripping the strap of your bag so hard your fingers ache.

Joel is already there, the hood of a rusted-out sedan propped open in front of him. He’s bent over the engine bay, forearms braced on the frame, jaw dark with stubble.

When he straightens, you swear he feels you watching him. His head turns—just slightly—and your eyes catch.

For a second, everything from last week floods back at once: the heat of his mouth, the low sound he made when you begged. The way he’d buried his face against your throat and whispered the filthiest things you’d ever heard.

He doesn’t look away.

His gaze drags down your front—like he just can’t help it—and when he drags it back up again, something in his expression flickers.

He’s trying to be neutral. Professional. But he isn’t ignoring you. And that almost makes it worse.

You take a slow breath, moving to your usual workbench. He watches you go, wiping his hands on a rag he keeps tucked in his back pocket.

“Morning,” he says, voice low. It’s the first time he’s spoken to you since he left you in your car with your hands still shaking.

Your heart beats too fast. “Hi.”

He hesitates like he wants to say something else. But the classroom door bangs open behind you—other students filing in, heavy boots echoing across the concrete—and whatever he was going to say dies before it can reach you.

You drop your bag on the stool, pulling out your notes and trying not to fidget.

Out of the corner of your eye, you see him watching you a moment longer before he clears his throat and calls the class to order.

“Alright,” Joel says, voice steady but quieter than usual. “Listen up.”

He shifts his weight, bracing one hand on the edge of the workbench, the other still worrying that rag.

“For your final project, you’re gonna do a complete brake system overhaul. Pads, rotors, calipers—front and rear. You’ll bleed the lines, verify pressure, and log every step. If it doesn’t stop on the test drive, you fail.”

Someone groans behind you.

“Yeah,” Joel says flatly. “That’s the point. It’s meant to be hard.”

He sets the rag aside, crossing his arms over his chest. “If you have questions, you ask. Don’t guess. Don’t half-ass. And don’t touch anything you’re not ready to finish.”

His eyes flick to yours again—just for a beat—and your stomach flips.

“Get started,” he says, voice low. “I’ll be around.”

The group breaks apart in a shuffle of boots and muttered complaints. You exhale slowly and pick your way toward your assigned bay, heart thudding.

You spend the next half hour working in silence, carefully removing the first caliper. You can feel Joel nearby—hear the scrape of his boots, the low murmur of his voice as he checks on the others—but he doesn’t come over to you.

You’re trying to focus. Really. But the memory of his mouth on your skin keeps blurring the edges of everything.

That’s probably why you don’t notice Kyle until he’s too close.

“Careful,” he says, leaning an elbow on your bench. “You’re gonna strip the bolt if you keep wrenching it like that.”

You pause, glancing at the caliper bracket in your hands. “No, I’m not. I’m backing it off a half turn at a time so I don’t crack it.”

He smirks, ignoring you. “If you want, I could help you after class. Maybe go over it together? Over dinner?”

Heat crawls up your neck, part embarrassment, part annoyance. You set the part down carefully, wiping your hands on a rag.

“I’m good.”

“You sure?” He tilts his head, smile widening. “No offense, but it looks like you’re struggling. Wouldn’t want you to mess it up.”

“She’s not.”

You both turn.

Joel is standing a few feet away, arms folded tight across his chest. He’s not pretending to check the other bays anymore. He’s just watching.

Kyle shifts, trying for casual. “Yeah, I just thought—”

“You thought wrong,” Joel cuts in, voice low. “She’s doing it right. Let her work.”

Something in his tone makes Kyle’s smile flicker. He glances at you like he expects you to jump in. When you don’t, he huffs a little laugh and backs away.

“Whatever you say.”

You don’t look up until Kyle’s gone. When you finally meet Joel’s eyes, they’re darker than before—something quiet and furious simmering underneath.

“You don’t need him,” he says, voice rough.

“I know.”

He holds your stare a second longer. Then he pushes off the beam, turns, and walks away—like he has to physically remove himself before he does something about it.

***

The rest of the afternoon drags.

You try to keep your head down, focused on reassembling the caliper and logging each step in your notes. But every time you glance up, Joel is there—never watching directly, but close enough you feel it anyway.

You can tell he’s making himself stay occupied. Finding excuses to check inventory, update paperwork, do anything that keeps him from looking too long.

And you hate how much you like it.

By the time the clock above the door clicks past six, the last of the class is packing up, slamming their lockers shut. Someone mutters a goodbye on the way out. Another kid laughs, cursing about how much his hands hurt.

You pretend to be absorbed in double-checking your torque specs, but your heart is hammering.

You don’t look up until the door closes behind them.

Then it’s just you. And him.

Joel is at the desk again, one hand braced on the top, his other rubbing slow over the back of his neck. He looks tired. Not the usual end-of-the-day tired—something deeper, heavier.

You wipe your hands on a clean rag and gather your notes, forcing yourself to move like nothing feels different. Like the room isn’t too quiet. Like the memory of his mouth on your skin isn’t still playing behind your eyes.

Your boots scuff over the concrete as you cross to his desk.

He doesn’t look up.

“I finished the checklist,” you say, voice softer than you mean it to be.

He flips a page in the logbook, staring at it without reading. “Leave it there.”

Your pulse thuds in your throat. “Joel.”

Nothing. Just the tick of the old clock above the tool cabinet.

“I don’t—” You hesitate. “I don’t want this to feel like a mistake.”

His jaw tightens, but he doesn’t lift his gaze. “It was a mistake.”

You swallow, fingers flexing on the edge of his desk. “You didn’t look like you thought that at the time.”

He drags a hand over his mouth, exhaling slow. “Don’t.”

You take a step closer. The air between you feels too thin.

“You don’t mean it,” you whisper.

He lifts his head then, finally meeting your eyes—and whatever you were braced for, it isn’t that look.

Wrecked.

His hand curls into a fist on the desk. “You think this is what you want?”

You don’t back down. “I know it is.”

He shakes his head, rough and disbelieving. “You don’t.”

Your voice drops, steady and soft. “Then show me.”

His breath shudders out. For a long second, he just looks at you—like he’s waiting for you to take it back. Like he’s hoping you will.

You don’t.

And that’s when he moves.

He comes around the desk in three slow steps. Stops just shy of touching you, so close you have to tip your head back to meet his eyes.

His hand lifts—hesitates—then finds your jaw. His thumb drags along the edge of your mouth, the touch so careful it makes your heart ache.

“You have no idea what you’re asking me for,” he says, voice low and ruined.

Your heart hammers so loud you’re sure he can hear it. His thumb drags across your lower lip, callused and warm, and you see the moment something in him fractures.

“I’m asking you to fuck me,” you breathe.

He goes still. Completely, utterly still.

A ragged sound tears out of his throat—half growl, half plea—and then his mouth crashes down onto yours.

The kiss isn’t careful. It isn’t soft. It’s all teeth and heat and desperation, the kind of kiss that feels like it’s been clawing at him for weeks. His hands find your hips, dragging you into him so hard you lose your breath.

“Jesus,” he mutters against your mouth, voice hoarse, like he hates himself for how good this feels. “Fuck—”

You don’t give him time to second-guess it. Your hands slide up under the hem of his work shirt, feeling the heat of his skin, the hard planes of his stomach. He shudders when your nails scrape lightly over the trail of hair leading lower.

“Goddamn it,” he rasps, and without breaking the kiss, he reaches past you.

The heavy thunk of the deadbolt sliding home is deafening in the hush.

He keeps his mouth sealed on yours, like he can’t bear to stop touching you long enough to think about what he’s doing.

He walks you backward, slow but unrelenting, until your hips hit the edge of the nearest workbench. The cold metal bites through your coveralls. You gasp, and he swallows the sound, groaning into your mouth like it’s killing him.

His hands are everywhere—palming your ass, squeezing your hips, dragging up your ribs. When he finds the zipper at your chest, he hesitates for just a heartbeat.

“You sure?” he mutters, voice wrecked. “You fuckin’ sure?”

“Please,” you whisper.

That’s all it takes.

He tugs the zipper down in one slow pull, the rasp of it loud in the quiet. His palm slides over your chest, thumb brushing the thin fabric of your bra. The contact makes your knees threaten to buckle.

“You have any idea,” he growls, mouth hot against your throat, “what you do to me?”

You try to answer, but he’s already dragging his mouth lower—nipping at the side of your neck, the curve where it meets your shoulder. His free hand rucks the coveralls down your hips, bunching them at your thighs. You feel the rough scrape of his calluses on bare skin, and the noise that slips out of you is embarrassingly needy.

“Look at you,” he mutters, lips brushing your ear. “All fuckin’ sweet now. All mine.”

You drag your hands up his chest, fisting the collar of his shirt to keep yourself steady. He catches your wrists, pins them to the workbench behind you, and holds you there like he’s afraid you’ll disappear.

“You think that little shit had a chance with you?” His voice drops lower, almost a snarl. “You think I was gonna stand there and watch him touch what’s mine?”

The possessiveness in his tone makes your breath stutter. “Joel—”

“That what you want?” he demands, words hot and ragged against your mouth. “Some fuckin’ boy who doesn’t know what to do with you?”

“No,” you gasp, thighs clenching around his hips. “Want you.”

“Yeah,” he breathes, like it’s breaking him to hear it. “You fuckin’ do.”

He lets your wrists go—only to shove your coveralls the rest of the way down. The cold air kisses your skin, and he palms your ass, dragging you flush against the thick line of his cock straining his jeans.

“Feel that?” He grinds against you, making you whimper. “That’s what you do to me. Every time you look at me like you want it.”

Your hips rock into his, chasing the friction. “Please.”

“Yeah,” he mutters, voice rough, “gonna give it to you, baby.”

He kisses you again, messy and deep, while his hand drags between your legs. When his fingers find how wet you are, he groans like he’s in pain.

“Fuck me,” he rasps, pressing his forehead to yours. “You’re drippin’.”

His fingers slide through the slick heat, circling your clit just hard enough to make you bite your lip. He watches every reaction like he can’t look away.

“You want me to take my time,” he mutters, thumb pressing harder, “or you want it fast?”

“Fast,” you gasp. “Please—I—”

He cuts you off with a low, filthy laugh. “Course you do.”

He doesn’t waste another second. One hand fists in your hair, tilting your head so he can kiss you again while the other tugs at his belt, freeing himself. The blunt head of his cock bumps your thigh, hot and heavy, and your breath breaks.

He flips you before you can think, palms flattening between your shoulder blades, pressing you down against the cold workbench.

“Stay,” he growls, his voice so deep it scrapes something raw out of you.

You brace yourself, fingers curling around the metal edge, and look back over your shoulder.

His eyes meet yours—dark, starved—and something in them flickers.

“Gonna fuck you so good you forget about every other man,” he mutters. “Gonna fill you up so full you remember you’re mine.”

He drags the head of his cock through the slick between your thighs, teasing you just long enough that you whine.

“Say it,” he rasps, hips nudging forward, the stretch already making your vision blur. “Tell me who you belong to.”

“You,” you choke out, voice breaking. “You—fuck—”

“That’s right,” he breathes, sinking deeper. “All fuckin’ mine.”

When he bottoms out, his hand wraps around the front of your throat, tilting your head back so he can hear every gasp. His hips pull back—and when he slams forward again, the sound it makes is obscene.

Your fingers slip on the workbench. His grip tightens around your throat—just enough to hold you steady—and his other hand slides over your hip, guiding you back to meet each punishing thrust.

“Christ,” he mutters, voice ragged. “So tight—so fuckin’ sweet for me.”

You whimper, every thrust sending sparks up your spine.

“That little shit,” he pants, hips snapping harder. “Thought he could even touch you—”

He drags his hand lower, finding your clit, rubbing rough circles that make your knees buckle.

“Tell me,” he growls, breath hot in your ear. “Tell me who makes you come.”

“You,” you cry, voice splintering. “God—Joel—please—”

“That’s right,” he breathes, voice cracking. “Only me.”

The pressure builds so fast you can’t think. Can’t breathe. His cock drives into you, relentless, and you know you’re close—so close—

“Come on, baby,” he groans, thumb pressing harder, pace turning erratic. “Come for me.”

Your vision goes white. You shatter around him, hips jerking back into his as your orgasm crashes through you—hot, blinding, unstoppable.

He doesn’t stop. Keeps thrusting through it, hips snapping against your ass, low curses pouring from his mouth.

“Fuck—gonna fill you up—”

You can feel every ragged breath, every shudder, right before he finally spills inside you with a rough, broken sound.

When it’s over, he stays there—forehead against your spine, breath gusting across your skin.

As the last tremor leaves your body, you collapse forward onto your elbows, cheek pressed against the cool metal.

Joel doesn’t move for a second. Just stays bent over you, his hand splayed wide across your stomach, breathing like he’s just run every mile he’s ever owed.

After a moment, he drags in a shaky breath. His palm slides up, brushing the underside of your breast, lingering like he’s memorizing the shape of you.

“You okay?” he murmurs, voice wrecked.

You nod, your throat too tight to speak.

He slips free with a low groan and tugs your coveralls up enough to give you a shred of modesty. Then his hand cups the back of your neck, warm and heavy, like he can’t stop touching you even if he tried.

“C’mere,” he says softly.

You let him help you turn around. Your legs are unsteady, and he notices—his big hand bracing your hip until you’re upright. You can’t look at his face for a second. Not when you feel so wrung out. So full.

His thumb drags along your jaw. “Look at me.”

You do.

His eyes flick over your face, something complicated and unspoken in them. Guilt, maybe. Hunger that hasn’t faded. A tenderness you weren’t ready for.

“You wanna come by my place?” he asks, voice low. “Get cleaned up…maybe eat something?”

Your heart does something traitorous in your chest. “Yeah. I—yeah.”

His mouth twitches like he’s trying not to smile. “Good.”

He steps back, adjusting himself and tucking himself away with one hand, moving like a man who knows he’s going to hell and still can’t bring himself to care. He re-zips your coveralls, slow and deliberate, his knuckles brushing the tender skin of your chest.

When he’s done, he smooths the zipper flat. His thumb grazes the little metal pull tab.

“You got a dorm room, right?” he says, trying for casual and failing. “Probably not a lot of privacy there.”

You huff a laugh, still a little dazed. “Tiny. Thin walls. You’d be…pretty hard to hide.”

He lifts a brow, mouth tugging at the corner. “Yeah? You think I’m worth hiding?”

“Think you’re worth a lot more than that,” you murmur.

A groan rumbles in his chest—soft but unmistakable. He dips his head, pressing his mouth to yours, slower this time. Not careful, exactly. But different.

When he finally pulls back, he nods toward the door. “C’mon. I’ll drive.”

You trail him toward the door, your heart still tripping over itself.

Just as he unlocks the deadbolt and pulls the handle, you clear your throat.

“So…” you say, voice small but teasing, “does this mean I pass?”

Joel goes still.

Then—very slowly—he looks back at you over his shoulder. His eyes are still dark, but there’s something softer there now.

“No,” he says, voice low. “Means you’re gonna need a lot more practice.”

And before you can think of something smart to say, he leans in and kisses you again—like he already can’t wait to fail you all over.

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Here is the second part that yall asked for! I hope I did yalls requests some justice. @boscogirlsworld, @pixieeee101, @glitterspark & @kaseynsfws 💚🫶🏻

[on-a-lucky-tide]

your nikprice writings give me life. you write their dynamic so well... and in character .... thank u for writing them they're very very beautiful 🙏

Non, thank you so much for alleviating some of my imposter syndrome. You have no idea how much this has helped. Here, a little short before bedtime:

Nik gives John some... flying lessons.

cw: making out.

"Main and auxiliary fuel tanks, altimeter, airspeed indicator..." Price tapped each in turn from his vantage point on Nik's lap, because, naturally, that was where Nik had insisted he sit for the full piloting experience. "What's this?"

"Engine and rotor tachometer, there is a second here," Nik tapped it, "to..."

"...keep the main and tail rotor blades in sync, that makes sense."

"Da, captain," Nik said, and Price didn't miss the fond admiration. It made him want to bloody preen.

"And this?"

"It is uh... the English is... friction control for cyclic pitch. It stops me from accidentally moving the cyclic pitch control."

Price nodded. "Cyclic control changes the pitch of each main rotor blade, which changes the lift and drag on the blade; speed and altitude changes."

"I will make a pilot out of you yet." Nik slipped his hands around Price's waist, kneading him appreciatively as he pressed his nose into the centre of his back. Price could practically feel Nik vibrating with barely contained pride

"I think I'll stick to jumpin' out of 'em, Nik, but yer faith's appreciated... Mm."

"Your back, it is still sore." Nik returned his thumbs to the spot that had made Price coil up, rubbing in gentle circles.

"S'nothin, physio gave me a beatin' yesterday. Said I needed to take up yoga."

"Yoga," Nik repeated, amused. "I can think of some better ways to help with your flexibility."

"Bet ya can, filthy bastard."

Price shuffled, knocking a few controls with his boot as he swung his leg over, and returned to Nik's lap so they were chest to chest and Nik's mouth was well within reach.

Nik's arms slipped tightly around his waist as they kissed, hands rubbing up his back to stroke and squeeze his neck and shoulders, holding him close. It didn't take long for Nik's hands to begin wandering elsewhere, Price's own palms sliding inside Nik's jacket and beneath the white cotton of his t-shirt.

As a young man Price had made out in his share of cars; there was something exciting and illicit about getting hot and heavy in the back seat, where you weren't supposed to, and Price was an adrenalin junkie to his core.

But snogging an internationally infamous arms dealer in the cockpit of his Black Hawk while it was parked in an off grid American base? That would be a hard one to beat.

[according2thelore]

can i mention ls/es verse on this mommy monday? bc the old versions seem like such a fucked up fountain of that ☺️

YES YOU MAY MENTION THAT, AND YOU SHOULD!!

putting a cut for brief nsft and a dash of mommy monday

it's hard to say which dean truly out-mommies.

on one hand, LS!Dean is so domesticated, and "is nesting" so like. obviously. yes.

he makes sam sandwiches and wraps him in little towels and lovingly tends to sammy's injuries while saying how proud he is of his little boy and how important he is.

he tells sam no with a strong voice, and sam really only follows through with a lot of it if he has dean's permission, lmao. like for the trials, S!1-2 sam would absolutely attempt do them behind dean's back anyways, but they actually have a conversation about it in S!8 (as stilted as it is) and he gets his mommy's permission! so nice!

but on the other hand ES!Dean is A MOMMY! he's overprotective and controlling and tries so desperately to get sammy's approval. sammy is his preteen and has decided that dean's not cool anymore, so dean is frantically trying to bring up things they did when he was younger like "oh haha don't u remember that time that we fought that werewolf in jackson? good times 🥺 </3"

he cradles sam's face in his hands and places thumbs at the back of his neck so sammy can't break eye contact, because he can tell from just one look if he's going to be okay.

he brushes off sammy's worse injuries like the classic "get up, shake it off" and jumps head-first off of a three-story bridge because sammy goes first.

ES!Sammy is dean's misbehaving thirteen-year-old that wears uneven black nail polish and combs his bangs over his eyes and talks about the "darkness in his soul" and dean is cooing over him and insisting that "my kid's not the problem. YOUR little brat on the other hand..." and rolls up to PTA meetings with chunky highlights and a purse filled with bricks.

but in the ES/LS verse, i think LS!Dean would probably ultimately out-mommy.

because like...c'mon.

LS!Sam and LS!Dean have settled so much into that dynamic, into the quiet dance of caring and being cared for, of power being already negotiated and traded. they're a lot more comfortable in the language of tending (even though they're definitely Still Weird), whereas ES!Sam&Dean tend to inject caring and caretaking with a power struggle that they're not used to yet. ES!Sam gets a little frustrated and resentful when ES!Dean's concern/attempts at mothering (to be frank) come off as patronizing. LS!Sam seems a lot more accepting that LS!Dean's attention can chafe, and while he sometimes still snaps, he also kind of basks in it. he loves when dean gets a little possessive or protective and loves it when dean becomes reassuring (thinking S!8 finale). they definitely negotiate that power more deftly than in ES, and so ultimately, i think they're more comfortable with the idea of "mommy."

but also, LS!Dean is putting his whole pussy into mommying. he's got TWO little baby brothers to look out for? mommy overload.

like...

LS!Dean is showing ES!Sam how to fix the engine on some random, shit-ass ford pinto in the bunker's garage, and when he gestures ES!Sam over with a quiet "c'mere baby, you see how the--" not even thinking about it, and ES!Sam goes absolutely perfectly fucking still because oh my god? holy shit?

and LS!Dean crowds in behind him, voice low in his ear, "you see how the rotor's not connected here? so what do we do when the fan's tilted like that?"

and sam shakily picks up one of the wrenches and makes some adjustment, and a hand slaps down low on sam's waist, turning the skin into live wires. sam jumps a little at the touch, not used to something so openly affectionate, to the sheer size and weight of the man behind him.

"good boy, sammy," LS!Dean murmurs, right into his hair, "you're payin' attention so well."

the words white-out sam's brain, fuzzing warm and hot and spilling over like a pot on a stove. and ES!Sam is suddenly, achingly hard, chest heaving, leaning back into LS!Dean's chest, almost blind with how bad he needs...something.

something is crawling up his throat and down his legs and he should feel patronized--he's not a fucking dog--but the praise goes straight to his cock and to the back of his neck, prickling the hairs there and his heart is hammering and his mouth opens and--

anyway. happy mommy dean monday!

-lizzy

[motorspexx]

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X - Full Tech Specs and Performance

This is the new 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X — the most extreme and technologically advanced Corvette ever built. Under the rear hatch is a hand-assembled 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged LT7 V8, producing a massive 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. This flat-plane-crank engine revs to 8,000 rpm and uses a unique “maniturbo” design, where the exhaust manifold and turbo housing are combined into one compact unit. The result is lightning-fast spool, reduced lag, and brutal mid-range power.  At the front axle, an upgraded electric motor from the Corvette E-Ray adds another 186 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. Combined system output is 1,250 horsepower, delivered through a fully electrified all-wheel-drive setup with torque vectoring for maximum grip and agility. Performance is hypercar-level. Zero to sixty takes under two seconds. The quarter-mile less than nine seconds at over 150 miles per hour. The front motor stays engaged up to 160 mph, then decouples to reduce drag and maximize top-end performance. Drivers can opt for two distinct chassis setups. The standard package uses Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires and next-gen Magnetic Ride Control for street-focused balance. The ZTK track pack stiffens everything up, swaps in Michelin Cup 2R tires, and adds more aggressive aero calibration for serious cornering. Speaking of aero, the optional Carbon Aero package includes front dive planes, a hood extractor, underbody strakes, and a massive rear wing. Total downforce can reach up to 1,200 pounds, keeping the car planted even at triple-digit speeds. Carbon-ceramic rotors come standard — 16.5 inches up front with massive 10-piston calipers. In testing, the ZR1X pulled up to 1.9 g of deceleration when braking from 180 to 120 miles per hour. Built in Bowling Green with precision and performance in mind, the 2026 Corvette ZR1X is more than a supercar — it’s a declaration that America can build a hypercar.  2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X – Technical Specifications Powertrain Engine Type: LT7 5.5L Twin-Turbocharged DOHC V8 Crankshaft: Flat-plane Engine Output: 1,064 hp @ 7,000 rpm Engine Torque: 828 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm Turbochargers: Dual 76 mm turbos with integrated "maniturbo" housing and dynamic anti-lag Redline: 8,000 rpm Electric Motor (Front Axle): Output: 186 hp / 145 lb-ft Max Engagement Speed: 160 mph Configuration: Single motor, torque-vectoring capable Total System Output Combined Horsepower: 1,250 hp Combined Torque: Estimated over 950 lb-ft Drivetrain: Electrified All-Wheel Drive (eAWD) Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Performance 0–60 mph: under 2.0 seconds (GM estimate) Quarter Mile: under 9.0 seconds @ more than 150 mph (GM estimate) Top Speed: Not officially released Max Deceleration: Up to 1.9 g from 180 to 120 mph Chassis & Suspension Platform: Mid-engine, aluminum space frame Suspension: Standard: Magnetic Ride Control with adaptive dampers Optional: ZTK Track Pack with stiffer springs and custom tuning Tires: Standard: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S ZTK Package: Michelin Pilot Cup 2R Steering: Electrically assisted, variable ratio Brakes Front: 16.5-inch Carbon-Ceramic Rotors with 10-piston Calipers Rear: Carbon-Ceramic Rotors with 6-piston Calipers Aerodynamics Standard Aero: Functional rear spoiler, underbody paneling Carbon Aero Package (Optional): Carbon fiber dive planes Hood extractor vent Underbody strakes High-mounted rear wing Max Downforce: Up to 1,200 lbs Dimensions (estimated) Length: \~182.3 in Width (w/mirrors): \~79.7 in Height: \~48.6 in Wheelbase: \~107.2 in Curb Weight: Not officially disclosed (expected \~3,900–4,000 lbs) Wheels Front: 20 x 10 in Rear: 21 x 13 in Construction: Lightweight forged aluminum (optional carbon fiber wheels) Production & Assembly Assembly Location: Bowling Green Assembly, Kentucky, USA Engine Hand-Built: Performance Build Center (same facility) Availability Launch: Expected late 2025 Price: To be announced

[wwheeljack]

So you aren't completely inundated with bingo cards, how about whichever Combaticons you wanna fill them out for?

Hmm, let's see...

Swindle, my beloved, my favorite, the best Combaticon <333. He deserves to be bullied, beaten up and then given comfort and love. I love him so much and have been really rotted for him since November (you know why lol). He has good designs all around (except for Earthspark lol) and he's just. Yeah. Yeah. Love him.

Vortex is an interesting dude, so much of his appearances (G1/IDW) don't appeal to me (and I simply don't like how much canon formulaically just makes him "crazy guy", so I prefer ignoring most canon of him), and I really only like him thanks to FOC and your headcanons on him. He definitely needs to be beaten up more. Little bastard should be kicked a bit here and there. His FOC design is a banger. I love how his alt mode and his little "skirt" of the helicopter parts? Very cool.

Blast Off... yeah. He's my least favorite. I wish I liked him more but IDW soured me greatly on him. I love him in FOC, he's very fun and neat what little he shows up and talks, but he's just. Eh.

Despise Bl*st Off/Ons, so I ignore any IDW canon for him. Though his IDW design IS very very pretty, I do have to say.

I hate that Brawl is, canonically, just stupid. I hate stupid large character tropes so much. He's so dumb, it is embarrassing in IDW. But FOC him is such a neat take on him. The man has brains, has command, and is simply a fun dude. Once again, you made me like him beyond just "he's part of a combiner team, so he's fine" like you did with Vee and Blast Off for me.

Bruticus, the big man, the cool dude, the Aesthetic. FOC him. God. You know what I mean. Just. HIM. G1 him I do see as autistic with how he needs commands to get into action, which. lol. I get. lol.... Thus "projects". But otherwise? Yeah, he's a beast. He's the power fantasy in FOC 1000000%. Love his design in FOC especially (get dumb nasa space shuttle oversized BO away from me), with the rotor blade shield, the flamethrower, the cool ass use of his turrets we never get to use ourselves (WHAT A LET DOWN). Just also love the dynamic between himself and his team, dependent on the universe. FOC COmbaticons get along well with Bruticus, but Bruticus and his team in G1? Oof...

[vii-sparks]

For the writer ask game

2, 3, 6, 10, 18 and 19?

2 ⧽. if you could sit down and finish any completely new fic without anything stopping you (time, tiredness, etc), what would you write? tell us about it if you want!

admittedly i think i have a few 😭 i would write a fic centered around the MTMTE/LL protectobots. there's this one (All These Things That I've Done) that - while deviating from my usual characterizations of them - i read a few years ago and i really liked and reading it always makes me want to write about those poor goobers who were slapped together by the enigma, and how their dynamic might work post-LL #25.

or i would get off my ass and finally write something about soundwave/thundercracker. another one of those reasonable office relationships. i think i see a pattern

(or i would write a sequel to my brawl/thundercracker fic as i mentioned below)

3 ⧽. what's something you like about your writing?

dialogue :) a friend told me i have a very natural way of writing dialogue, which isn't as true lately bc i've sort been in an on-and-off funk about my writing, but i like writing conversations and making characters bounce off each other

6 ⧽. if you were to write a part two/sequel to a fic, what fic would you want to write it for?

i would write a proper sequel to "background noise," because brawl/thundercracker is SO freaking cute and someone has already asked for a continuation, i just don't have any ideas or the motivation

10 ⧽. what genre is generally the easiest or most enjoyable for you to write? which is the hardest?

i fear anything light-hearted is more up my alley lol... i don't think i'm good at creating the suspense or tension a lot of my favored genres require

18 ⧽. how do you want your writing to feel to your readers?

🤔relatable? i don't think that's the word... it's more like i want them to understand the characters even just a little bit, because i've read/played a few too many things where the reader has no reason to care about the characters. that's why i favor 3rd person limited

19 ⧽. give a hint/teaser about something you're writing without any context or explanation! tease us haha

Once the starship is safe on the deck, blowing interstellar exhaust in everyone’s faces, the side entrance opens with a hiss. Out steps a grey rotary, short but full of angles and provocative armor. His mask is retracted, displaying a fanged grin.  Vortex dips into a bow, rotors tucked back in mock deference. “How was that for an entrance?” Dramatic, fickle, unserious. Onslaught is grateful for his mask—the grimace he makes underneath is unbecoming, but he can’t for the life of him understand how this mech with no discipline was entrusted as the leader of their unit, let alone actually and successfully led the Combaticons for so long. 

[thepartyponies]

Helicopter.

This idea’s been kicking around my head for a few weeks now so here it is so far. We’ll start with some context, as best I understand it (thought I might miss a few things).

The USA has had two main attack helicopters. The first of which is the Bell AH-1 Cobra, which borrowed its rotor systems from the UH-1 Iroquois. Both of these then got twin-engine versions (Twin Huey and SuperCobra):

There was a short-lived program called the AH-56 Cheyenne, which had small wings and a neat pusher propeller on the tail that made for interesting flight dynamics:

After that was the Army’s main attack helicopter, the AH-64 Apache:

The marine corps kept the AH-1W SuperCobra / AH-1Z Viper instead of switching to the bigger Apache. There was also the canceled RAH-66 Comanche stealth attack helicopter in the 00’s:

Both the Viper and Comanche use a 20mm 3-barrel Gatling cannon in a chin turret. These attack helicopters perform a variety of roles for the Army and Marines, including Close Air Support (CAS) of ground troops and anti-armored vehicle missions. The primary CAS aircraft for the US Air Force has been the A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog) with its 30mm GAU-8 Gatling cannon:

The A-10 has been very effective, but it’s been in service for decades and its gun is becoming less effective against the newest tank armor, and so it’s finally beginning to be retired. This led to my idea.

The US also has a number of other kinds of helicopters, including the CH-53K King Stallion cargo helicopter:

The CH-53K is powered by three 7500hp turboshaft engines and is the strongest cargo helicopter in the country.

My idea is to use the drive systems from the CH-53K in the same manner as the Cobra did the Huey, to create a Heavy Attack Helicopter/Airborne Artillery Gunship, an AH-53 if you will. Without the need for large internal volumes of cargo, the fuselage could be reshaped and streamlined, using a high-visibility tandem cockpit like the other AHs

The payload capacity could then be used for armor and large weapons, such as an anti-tank cannon. With the 30mm rounds of the A-10 becoming insufficient, something larger would be needed. The 105mm howitzer from the AC-130 comes to mind, but its weight, recoil, and slow rate of fire (10rpm) might not be ideal. So instead I’m going for the 57mm Mk110 Bofors L/70 autocannon:

I think it should be big enough without being too big. It uses cartridge shells and has a much faster 220rpm rate of fire. (Remember that Bradley vs T-90 video? Think of that but bigger.) There have even been shells developed for it that are actively guided for pinpoint accuracy. Lose the bulky turret mechanisms, just the gun. Have it integrated into the fuselage centerline under the cockpit, with a redesigned ammo feed system at the back with a few hundred rounds. Then as a bonus, include the 20mm rotary cannon from the Viper in a chin turret underneath for smaller targets that don’t need the big gun. Landing gear will probably have to be more like the Apache.

The larger airframe should also be able to support larger missiles, such as the AGM-65 Maverick or AIM-120 AMRAAM. This would increase standoff range and survivability. Or you could just carry a ton of Hellfires/JCMs and Stingers.

Loiter time on station probably wouldn’t be as good as a Warthog, but I bet you could fit some pretty big fuel tanks next to the ammo where the cargo bay used to be. Anti-ship and cruise missiles, even HARMs might be an option. And with three big engines you might be able to make enough electrical power for a laser energy weapon.

Maximizing parts commonality with the King Stallion would of course be helpful but I’m intrigued by the idea of adding a pusher prop on the tail like the Cheyenne, it sounds like a more stable shooting platform that way. And a stealth version like the Comanche might be possible, and increase survivability for such a big heavy craft, but idk how much in the rotor assembly would have to change for that to work.

[twatchesmall]

Polar Spectrum: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra "Mirror of the Sky" American Naturalism Frenzy

At dawn on the Alaskan tundra, the dial of a stainless steel watch changes with the skylight, from glacier blue to aurora green - this is the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra "Sky Mirror", an ecological timepiece equipped with revolutionary photochromic liquid crystal technology, which is sweeping the American elite circle with its magical dial that responds to the ambient light speed per second.

Nano-level optical revolution Liquid crystal molecular dome: The dial is injected with microencapsulated cholesteric liquid crystal (CLC), containing 210 million helical molecular units, which instantly reorganizes the lattice structure when exposed to ultraviolet rays

Spectral capture engine: UV sensor links the molecular deflection axis, and the hue change covers a wavelength of 480-560nm, accurately corresponding to the evolution of the sky from dawn to noon

Polar special coating: Anti-glare sapphire crystal coating contains rare earth praseodymium, which increases the absorption rate of high-latitude diffuse light by 300%

The hidden ecological mystery of the movement:

Carbon footprint measurement module embedded in the 8800 Master Chronometer movement: The rotor records 0.0001 grams of CO₂ equivalent per revolution, with an annual error of ±3%

The back of the watch is engraved with North American ecological coordinates: Yellowstone Crater/Yukon River Delta/Great Smoky Mountains, and the longitude is laser micro-engraved to deeply map the sunlight trajectory

The titanium alloy rotor counterweight contains Greenland ice core particles: encapsulating 79 years of climate data, symbolizing the oath to protect the glaciers

The belief totem of the American ecological community The dynamic instrument of the California Climate Laboratory The Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory sets the dial as the "atmospheric optical reference system": the critical point of liquid crystal blue to green (corresponding to UV index 5.0) becomes the safety threshold for outdoor experiments. The godfather of San Francisco venture capital even uses the dial hue as a buy signal for ESG funds.

The dialogue between the ancestors of the Yukon Aboriginal tribe The Tlingit chief regards the gradient color as the "appearance of the spirit of the aurora": "When the dial reflects the emerald luster, it is the time to meet the soul of the ice wolf." The tribal youth uses the dial to record the oral epic, and the hue changes correspond to the nodes of the mythological chapters.

Ethical declaration of New York fashion circle Designers implanted liquid crystal molecular structure into the 2024 autumn and winter series: under ultraviolet light, cashmere coats reproduce the dial's glacial blue to aurora green gradient. The Fifth Avenue flagship store has set up an "ecological mirror hall", and customers who purchase watches will receive a carbon footprint certificate NFT.

The medium of atonement for the Texas oil family Shale oil tycoon forced heirs to wear: "When the dial turns from blue to green, a million dollars must be injected into the clean energy fund." At the Houston charity dinner, the green light coverage of the dial directly determines the donation rate.

Process code Liquid crystal encapsulation: Each microcapsule has a diameter of 12μm, a wall thickness of 0.2μm, Rolex replica watches and can withstand extreme temperature differences from -40℃ to +85℃ Carbon measurement principle: The power generation of the automatic rotor electromagnetic damping system is converted into emission reduction equivalent, 1 joule = 0.28 grams of CO₂ Ice core encapsulation: taken from the NEEM ice core in Greenland at a depth of 79 meters, and the bubbles contain volcanic ash particles from 221 BC

[mastergarryblogs]

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The accelerated pace of wind farm development, particularly across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America, is significantly boosting the demand for high-performance rotor blades. Onshore projects dominate due to lower cost and faster deployment, but offshore wind—bolstered by consistent wind speeds and larger turbine sizes—is rapidly catching up, offering vast opportunities for next-gen blade technologies.

Aerodynamic Optimization and Longer Blades

Rotor blades exceeding 60 meters in length now represent the fastest-growing segment. These blades capture greater wind energy with each rotation, making them integral to maximizing turbine efficiency. As turbine hub heights increase, the demand for aerodynamically superior and lightweight blade designs intensifies.

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Glass Fiber: The Current Mainstay

Accounting for nearly 68.5% of the wind turbine rotor blade market in 2024, glass fiber remains the go-to material for cost-effective onshore turbine blades due to its strength, durability, and affordability.

Carbon Fiber: The Vanguard of Offshore Efficiency

Growing at a faster CAGR of 7.9%, carbon fiber blades are revolutionizing offshore turbine construction. Their exceptional strength-to-weight ratio enables the production of longer blades capable of withstanding harsh marine environments while enhancing energy capture.

Recyclable and Bio-Based Materials: Pioneering a Sustainable Future

Manufacturers are investing heavily in bio-resins, thermoplastics, and recyclable epoxy matrices to address the environmental impact of blade decommissioning. These materials not only reduce lifecycle emissions but also comply with evolving regulatory frameworks.

Revolutionizing Blade Manufacturing

Vacuum-Assisted Resin Transfer Molding (VARTM): The Industry Standard

Dominating with 49.6% of market share, VARTM remains the preferred manufacturing method for large-scale rotor blades. It ensures consistent quality, structural integrity, and minimal material wastage.

3D Printing and Advanced Composites: Disrupting the Status Quo

The 8.5% CAGR of additive manufacturing highlights its transformative potential. From rapid prototyping to custom blade geometries, 3D printing is redefining the production landscape. This approach reduces lead times and material costs while enabling unprecedented design freedom.

Blade Design Evolution: Enhancing Turbine Intelligence

Variable Pitch Blades: Optimizing Wind Harvesting

With 67.5% market share, variable pitch blades are engineered to dynamically adjust blade angles, allowing turbines to maintain optimal energy output under fluctuating wind conditions.

Fixed Pitch Blades: Retaining Niche Relevance

Though declining, fixed pitch designs remain relevant for cost-sensitive, small-scale applications in isolated or low-wind-speed areas where simplicity outweighs efficiency.

Geographic Expansion and Regional Trends

Asia-Pacific: The Global Powerhouse

The region commands a 40.2% share, spearheaded by aggressive renewable energy deployment in China, India, and Japan. Government subsidies, robust manufacturing ecosystems, and increasing offshore projects propel growth.

Europe: Championing Offshore Wind and Circular Blade Economy

Europe, with 30.5% market share, leads in offshore wind technology and sustainability initiatives. Countries like the UK, Germany, and Denmark are investing in recyclable blades and digital twins for predictive maintenance.

Emerging Trends Shaping the Future of Rotor Blades

Modular and Segmented Blades

Facilitating easier transportation and on-site assembly, modular blades are particularly beneficial for remote and offshore installations, where logistics pose significant challenges.

Smart Materials and Self-Repairing Coatings

The integration of nano-coatings and piezoelectric materials enables self-healing capabilities, extending blade lifespans and reducing operational downtime.

AI and Digital Twin Integration

AI-driven blade design, coupled with digital twin technology, is enabling real-time performance monitoring and predictive maintenance. These tools allow operators to proactively address wear and fatigue, minimizing unexpected failures.

Robotics and Automation in Blade Production

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Strategic facility expansions

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In The Style, Blue!

SH presented two watches of the same brand at Nobleman's photo shoot, one of which matched the colour well. The watch chosen to match her blue jacket is a MONOBALANCIER HURACAN STERRATO inspired by a Lamborghini from the Italian luxury sports car manufacturer. The colourful piece was launched simultaneously with the new supercar of the same name.

Although SH's trousers have no hems, his stylist did not pay attention to the unfinished edge of the trousers.

Styling @mrmontyjackson

Roger Dubuis has led the charge in daring and innovative watchmaking, earning its reputation as the master of “hyper-horology”. The brand’s creations boast a bold and avant-garde design philosophy, resulting in futuristic and distinctive timepieces incorporating cutting-edge materials and complex mechanical movements.

The Excalibur Spider Monobalancier Huracán Sterrato is a brilliant extension of the brand’s Excalibur line, taking inspiration from the off-road Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato released last year, only this time dressed in an alluring blue attire.

Sporting a blue outfit, the new Huracán Sterrato watch features lines that cut across the dial, echoing the shape of the car’s roof rack. The timepiece boasts a quick-release system for rapid strap changes, allowing seamless adaptation to any occasion. The bright camo-patterned strap is a nod to the gritty abilities of the Huracán Sterrato, a remarkable feat achieved by vulcanising numerous coloured rubber plates.

The New Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Monobalancier Huracán Sterrato. Experience the latest offering from the hyper-horology brand created in partnership with the Lamborghini Squadra Corse.

The watch is powered by the automatic RD630 calibre movement, explicitly developed for the partnership with Lamborghini Squadra Corse, and it mirrors the hexagonal air intakes of the Huracán. The balance wheel takes centre stage at noon, tilted at a 12° angle to evoke Sterrato’s rev counter. This ingenious design decision adds depth to the dial and potentially enhances precision by averaging out positional errors.

The date display at 6 o’clock maintains the balance of the dial, while its rotation in front of a coloured decoder makes for a fascinating visual effect. With a transparent case back, you’ll marvel at the semi-skeletonised movement and its full rotor, cleverly resembling a Huracán wheel rim in motion. The dynamic illusion of pure speed is captivating. The watch offers 60 hours of power reserve with twin barrels, ensuring reliability and performance.

When it comes to telling time, the hour and minute hands might blend into the dial, but there are other focuses. The watch’s essence lies in its experience, just like driving a Lamborghini is more about the thrilling journey than the destination. The Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Monobalancier Huracán Sterrato delivers a powerful and exhilarating experience, and it can be yours for £ 59.500 (USD 70,000, taxes not included) Note only 28 will be made.

Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato. Asphalt and dirt can travel together.

The Excalibur Spider Monobalancier Huracán Sterrato is a timepiece to celebrate the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato supercar built to conquer off-road terrain. The car is a marvel like no other, with its 5.2-litre V10 engine delivering a breathtaking 610 CV (449 kW) at 8,000 rpm and rocketing from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 3.4 seconds.

[navii-blaze]

unpopular archie stories i liked ummmm ive talked about my fav preflynn arcs before but tbh i liked sonic quest. i feel like we dont talk about sonic quest enough

I didn't know what Sonic Quest was until now, but now I wholeheartedly agree with you that arc was a banger

(it's on the the internet archive for people interested! Also known as the Death Egg Saga)

The artstyle is really expressive and dynamic, I wouldn't be surprised if they took inspiration from Sonic CD

Also first ever mecha/metal sonic appearance :) Excluding robot dopplegangers from the gag era. This one was Silver Sonic, he'll come back later in the comic but was inspired by Mecha (Robian) Sonic.

Most of the characterization here is done really well too! Tails gets a nice spotlight and showcases his intellect and skills with technology, which has mostly been reserved for Rotor and Sally so far.

Geoffery and Sonic have more typical hot-headed rivalry moments (also realizing that wow Geoffery really was this whole ass adult -at least mid 20s- picking fights with a 15 year old... and while pursuing Sally......) Anyways, part of the recap in the beginning mentions Robian Sonic which I am always a sucker for mentions of.

Sally does get the end of the short stick here, and it makes me realize that King Max's introduction into the comic was really the start of Sally's character decline as more focus was put on Max for being the one to lead the FF to victory rather than Sally (who's been doing alright so far). I understand why they would want Max back in the story for introducing more lore and conflict within the FF, but the whole idea that He has to be the leader and restore Mobius to what it was feels out of the blue.

Also, what an amazing detail that ended up sticking around to the comic's end 👀

[renapomissing]

Comic Sonic Super Study 11

Previously, on the Comic Sonic Super Study:

And now:

Yeah, so it turns out that, according to the wiki, I read these books in the wrong order. I was supposed to read this one, and then the 48 page special. Whoops. Can't unread it, now. Believe me, I would if I could.

Regardless, it'll be interesting, since this and the special both feature tie-ins. The Sonic and Knuckles Special was a tie-in to Sonic Frontiers, and this one is a Sonic CD tie-in, so I do wanna see the difference between one handled by Penders and Kanterovich, and one handled by Mike Gallagher.

BUT YOOOO, GALLAGHER AND SPAZ -- I'M GONNA HAVE A GREAT TIME WITH THIS ISSUE!

I forgot about how much Gallagher likes to lean into the fact that these comics are a video game adaptation. Even if the way he did it was actually kinda strange. Good on you, Mike.

Goodness, this hands-down the biggest fourth-wall-breaks Gallagher's done to date, and that's a feat. Amy herself wrote a Sonic-Gram letter. The implications of this are off the scale.

Don't you know trouble keeps him running faster, Sally?

Shoutout to Antoine, trying to keep things in order, and Sally, being confronted with reality that when Sonic really has his mind set on something, it's gonna happen, and then Rotor. Mans didn't say not one thing during this meeting. King. I like to believe it's because he knew there was no point trying to stop him.

Also, I can't remember. Is this comic the first time Mike Gallagher has written Snively?

Crazy how this comic features the first interaction between Amy and Tails in the history of the franchise.

Spaz really just went all in on this. Also, Japanese Eggman design over there in the back, and a Virtua Fighter ad, along with a Sega Saturn ad.

We almost got out of this without a Sonic and Sally ship tease, but I see that my karma isn't quite that good.

But my boy Spaz makes up for it with the next panel -- excellent framing, with every relevant party depicted in completely non-intrusive fashion. Main event up front, Rotor driving off to do his part in the back, and Sally parachuting down on the other side, and a dynamic angle. If nobody got me, I know Patrick Spaziante got me, but let's not forget Barry Grossman's impeccable coloring, and the sweet strong black inks that make Metal Sonic's metal exterior really come together, so thanks to Harvey Mercadoocasio for that as well.

Speaking of the art team going all in, check that super peel-out! It's always been my favorite way to depict Sonic running, and man does this deliver.

Man, I'd kill for a textless poster of this page.

He's not.

Anyway, this post wasn't supposed to go so long (I mean, it was one issue) but I guess I had a lot to say. Catch y'all later.

[waywardgentlemenshark]

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The world's first full-scale timber wind turbine has started turning in Sweden, with a tower built by wood technology company Modvion.

The 105-metre-tall tower, located in the region of Skara, is Modvion's first commercial wind turbine tower, and follows on from a smaller 30-metre-high demonstration project the company completed in 2020.

While its rotor blades and generator hub are made of conventional materials, the tower is made of laminated veneer lumber (LVL), a type of engineered wood made of thin veneer strips glued together and often used for beams and load-bearing building structures.

forces of a turning turbine, it is much more environmentally sustainable to build with than the currently used steel.

While wind power plays an important role in providing the world with green renewable energy, there are still ample carbon emissions created during their construction — in part because of the steel towers.

Modvion describes its wood towers as reducing the carbon emissions from wind turbine construction by over 100 per cent, due to the combination of a less emissions-heavy production process and the carbon storage provided by trees.

"Our towers, just in the production of them, they emit 90 per cent less than a steel tower that will do carry the same work," Modvion chief financial officer Maria-Lina Hedlund told Dezeen. "And then if you add the carbon sequestration, then you actually end up with a minus — so a carbon sink. This is great if we want to reach net zero energy production, and we need to."

Hedlund, who is also an engineer, describes LVL as having a construction "similar to carbon fibre", with strips of veneer just three millimetres thick sandwiched and glued together, giving it a high strength-to-weight ratio.

This lightness is a benefit, reducing the amount of material needed overall. With a heavy material, there is a "bad design spiral", says Hedlund, as the weight of the tower itself adds to the load that it needs to carry.

And while some LVL has all their veneer strips facing in the same direction, Modvion uses its "own recipe" specifying the directions of the fibres, improving the material's performance even more.

The production process involves timber boards being made to order in a standard LVL plant and then delivered to Modvion's factory. There, they are glued together into larger modules and bent into a rounded form in a step called lamination, and then very precisely machined to fine-tune the shape.

"In the wood industry, you usually see centimetre tolerances, while we are in the sub-millimetre scale," said Hedlund.

The modular nature of LVL construction addresses another problem Modvion has observed with steel: that with turbines getting ever bigger to give more power, it's becoming impossible to transport steel towers to site.

They are built as essentially large cylinders and transported by truck, but the base diameter desired for the tallest towers is getting to be taller than some bridges and roads can allow.

"We're now reaching a point where they will not get through anymore," said Hedlund. "So we will see a transition in the wind power industry to modular construction, because this is the way to get them there. And one of the big advantages of building in the material we do is that it's naturally built modular."

While steel could also be built modular, it would require bolts rather than glue to join it together on site, which Hedlund says is a disadvantage.

"Bolts are not very nice when you have so much dynamic loading, because it will loosen over time," she said. "So first of all, you have to have to put them in place which is a lot of work, and then you have to also service them over the lifetime."

The Skara turbine has a capacity of two megawatts, which represents the maximum power output the turbine can achieve under ideal conditions. This is a bit lower than the average capacity for new turbines built in Europe.

On the outside, the tower has a thick white coating that makes it look similar to steel, and it's rotor blades and generator hub, which are not supplied by Modvion, are made of conventional materials like fibreglass. This may change in the future, however, with another company, Voodin Blades, working on the technology for wooden blades.

Modvion was founded in 2016 by university peers David Olivegren and Otto Lundman. While its current focus is wind turbines, it is dedicated to wooden technology more broadly, and Hedlund told Dezeen that the team believes it has "the world's strongest joint for timber construction", which could also be put to other uses.

Another recent milestone for wind power came in the form of a wind-powered cargo ship, which had been retrofitted with two 37.5-metre-tall sails.

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Top 8 Best Modifications For The Chevrolet C8 Corvette

For model year 2020, Chevrolet had initially aimed to produce 40,000 C8 Corvettes but with chip shortages and other constraints, they managed just over 20,000 units. Despite this, the C8’s flew off the lots faster than a set of New Balance 605’s on Macy’s Father’s Day Sale… except they were everything but ‘On Sale’. 

The Chevy Corvette has held its position as the quintessential American sports car since its debut in 1953, minus its 1983 skip year. While the C8 represents a significant departure from previous Corvette designs, it maintains one consistent aspect—delivering impressive performance at a relatively accessible MSRP.

In the world of C8 modifications, we’re delving into must-have enhancements that won’t break the bank if you’re one of the unfortunate souls that paid Mclaren prices for your Chevrolet. These Top 8 modifications are easily accessible and sure to make sure you stand out from the other vettes at your local Cars & Coffee.

1. Wilwood Drilled & Slotted Brake Kit and Pads

Chevrolet’s OE options for the Corvette braking system have always been plentiful and designed to be direct swaps designed to fit all trim levels with minor modification. However, the secondhand asking price has been the Achilles Heal of the OEM upgrades since the C5. Luckily, Wilwood recognized this and offers a very impressive OEM+ upgrade.

Despite its impressive stopping power, the factory brake pads tend to produce a substantial amount of dust, particularly noticeable on non-black wheeled C8 Corvettes. While it is not a major performance concern, aesthetically, you can do much better for that level of performance. 

The Willwood SX6R  Front Brake kit features directional staggered vane 15” rotors and a 6 piston Caliper that bolts up to the factory spindle and doesn’t compromise the factory ABS system.

Featured Product: Wilwood SX6R Big Brake Dynamic Front Brake Kit SRP Drilled & Drilled Rotor Red Caliper Chevrolet Corvette C8 2020+

Part Number: #140-17004-DR

2. Auto Addict LED Sequential Taillights

When the C7 dropped, the room was split in terms of Chevrolet’s lighting decisions. While the circular tails had become a sort of Corvette key identifying feature, the C7 would feature U-shaped runners that many would describe as Ferrari inspired. 

Chevrolet unapologetically continued this trend into the C8, but with the extreme body lines and sweeping side scoops, the U’s took more of a C shape, and our friends at Auto Addict decided to enhance that third dimension, smoke them out, and fix them “in sequence”.

Featured Product: Auto Addict USA Euro Smoke Style LED Taillights Amber Sequential Pair Corvette C8 2020-2024

Part Number: #AA_CORVT_TL_EUR_C8

3. Vorsteiner VPX-101 Wheel 20×9 | 21×12

With the C8, Chevrolet took a couple of setps backwards with the wheel design, making them appear to be more of an afterthought than a deliberate part of the design. We were spoiled with C6 and C7 factory wheel options, so much so that when the C8 was revealed, the wheels were noted for lacking any depth, appeared too small, and ultimately looked budget. 

Vorsteiner VPX-101 wheels are the answer to the C8’s aesthetic shortcomings. Available in your choice of finishes, the VPX 101 utilizes T6-6061 aerospace grade aluminum that is TUV rated for safety. This means, you get a 1-Piece Forged Monoblock that not only increases your diameter and mechanical grip for hard launches, but also lowers the C8’s unsprung weight for the corners. 

Featured Product: Vorsteiner VPX-101 Forged Monoblock Wheel Set 20×9 | 21×12 Liquid Smoke Chevrolet Corvette C8 2020+

Part Number: #VOR-VPX-101-Corvette

4. Eventuri Air Intake

The factory C8 intake is impressive, but is designed more around comfort and emissions, meaning it could be better. This Eventuri system boasts double Venturi Housings, offering the largest internal intake volume in the market, supporting power outputs exceeding 800hp. Due to OEM trunk panel limitations, Eventuri reimagined the OE intake system, crafting it from clear Polycarbonate to display the carbon intake when the trunk is open. By expanding the intake volume, high-powered builds can maximize performance gains of up to +18whp & +17lb ft. of torque! It also looks incredible. 

Featured Product: Eventuri Black Carbon Intake System Chevrolet C8 Corvette Coupe

Part Number: #140-17004-DR

5. Borla ATAK Catback Exhaust

Getting optimal performance from your Corvette is essential. Upgrading your exhaust system not only enhances the car’s sound but can also unleash additional power. Among mid-engine, high-performance vehicles, the C8 Corvette tends to lean towards a less aggressive sound. However, we knew shortly after GM announced the C8, our friends at Borla would be firing up the welders and starting on adapting their ultra-aggressive ATAK cat-back for the C8 platform. While it won’t be as aggressive as Matt Field’s Borla Exhaust C6 or the upcoming C8 Formula Drift Cars, Borla can proudly claim to have one of the most aggressive muffler systems in existence for the C8 Corvette and Vivid Racing can proudly state that we have them in stock. 

Featured Product: Borla ATAK Cat Back Exhaust System

Part Number: #140839

6. ProCharger

Woah woah woah! Everything up to this point has been relatively bolt-on, relatively relatable, and relatively mild. We can’t just jump straight into forced induction, right? Wrong. The 6..2L LT’s, while different in terms of injection strategy are no different than the tried and true LS’s in that they LOVE boost… and so does ProCharger! The mid-engine setup of the C8 Corvette provides excellent weight distribution, yet it posed complexities for various typical aftermarket performance enhancements frequently seen in Corvettes, notably supercharger additions. The unique layout of the LT2 engine presented a challenge, one that ProCharger took on willingly. After extensive research and development, they’ve devised a comprehensive DIY C8 blower kit, allowing you to inject a substantial surge of boosted power into your LT2-powered C8 Corvette!

7. RCS ST Aero Kit

Like many, while I was stoked for the release of the C8, I was not too impressed with the Aero from factory. After seeing Chip Foose’s rendition of the C8, I knew I could never look at it the same way again. That was, until RCS released their C8 Aero Kit. Unlike a majority of what’s available on the market, RSC didn’t just stop at the front lip. Their C8 Kit, known for it’s premium quality and lack of fiberglass components, is a comprehensive full carbon fiber aero kit that features a front splitter, high wing spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser, hatch vents, Engine intake side vents, mirror covers, front intake vents, and B-pillar covers all finished in a gloss carbon fiber to complete the C8’s supercar look and feel.

Featured Product: RCS ST Aero Kit C8 Corvette 2020-2023

Part Number: #RSCVETST

8. Headers

As the factory Engine Control Unit (ECU) remains locked, tuning a C8 to optimize gains from bolt-on upgrades is hardly repeatable. Additionally, where in previous generations of Corvette the catalytic converters have been the killer of gains, the C8’s factory high flow cats are barely a hindrance at all. And, while a few companies have risen to the challenge, Kooks has released their highly anticipated 3” Collector, 1-7/8” primary Super Street Series Headers that works in harmony with the factory systems, but helps evacuate and scavenge the exhaust gasses GM missed. While known for the work in the American Muscle world, I’m kind of hearing a more exotic tone accompanying Kooks exhausts recently, which could mean they have something in development for future C8 trims.

Featured Product: Kooks 3″ 1-7/8 Super Street Series Headers

Part Number: #21801400

There are dozens of other great ways to modify your C8 Corvette. Let our performance specialists help you decide what’s right for you by calling 1-480-966-3040 or emailing sales@vividracing.com.