TrueBlueGED Posted April 5, 2016 Report Share Posted April 5, 2016 I don't recall the specifics, and I'm too lazy to google. Memory sez that you wouldn't use any fuel in 95+% of commuter applications. The generator was for distance driving. Well, I'm certainly not going to research it either :lol: I'll concede the point, and stick to the power and looks arguments for Tesla. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampD Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 I am well aware. I don't get the mindset though. The same technology is in a Volt and a Leaf. It's the same reason people buy Beats headphones instead of Sennheiser or AKG or... at half the price that sound way better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 It's the same reason people buy Beats headphones instead of Sennheiser or AKG or... at half the price that sound way better.But that's not the case here. Tesla vehicles are known for using high quality cabin materials and the like. Their drive and feel is amazing too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 I don't get the hoopla over a Tesla when Chevy Volts and Nissan Leafs don't sell. The reason those cars don't sell is because they're not Tesla. Yep. Tesla is the Apple, BMW, Big Green Egg, Victory Beer, etc. in this field; something fashionable and fancier than the competition and priced to match. And when we're talking pure electric cars, you're talking about people that have disposable income to spend on a luxury item (and probably have another car). I haven't done the research, but the Volt is in competition with the Prius and other hybrids, and being more expensive it's not fairing well. The Leaf is a much smaller car that most Americans aren't usually interested in, and the top model has a range of just over 100 miles (new), which isn't a crazy amount to drive in a day. the model 3's quoted range is 215 miles, which isn't something many people do without planning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted April 6, 2016 Report Share Posted April 6, 2016 I really like the Prius, even though a cute red one ate my phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 Welcome to the future "The reports released confirm public claims made by the company in 2014 and 2015 that it may be able to construct a net energy gain prototype reactor by the end of 2019. EMC2 is presently seeking US$30 million in commercial funding and is understood to be in negotiations with institutions in one or more Asean countries." http://www.nationmultimedia.com/opinion/Fusion-technology-breakthrough-could-herald-demise-30284280.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 Welcome to the future "The reports released confirm public claims made by the company in 2014 and 2015 that it may be able to construct a net energy gain prototype reactor by the end of 2019. EMC2 is presently seeking US$30 million in commercial funding and is understood to be in negotiations with institutions in one or more Asean countries." http://www.nationmultimedia.com/opinion/Fusion-technology-breakthrough-could-herald-demise-30284280.html Interesting read, but I take "new fusion reactor coming in X years" stories in the same lights as, "If things go well, the Bills will make the playoffs next season" and the equally likely, "the South will rise again". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I disagree greatly with your reaction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I disagree greatly with your reaction. That's fair, I am pretty cynical. We can make an avatar bet on it: if there's not a working protoype by the end of 2020 (I'm giving an extra year here), you have to use a picture of a coal power plant of my choosing; if you win I'll use a picture of a Ford or Gillette Fusion as my avatar from Jan 1 2021 until the prototype is production capable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 That's fair, I am pretty cynical. We can make an avatar bet on it: if there's not a working protoype by the end of 2020 (I'm giving an extra year here), you have to use a picture of a coal power plant of my choosing; if you win I'll use a picture of a Ford or Gillette Fusion as my avatar from Jan 1 2021 until the prototype is production capable. lol, and how long does my avatar last? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 lol, and how long does my avatar last? I'd say when the last coal plant in the US closes, but let's say 1 year. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I'd say when the last coal plant in the US closes, but let's say 1 year. :) lol I will be dead when the last coal fired us power plan closes. Fine if by 2020 we don't have a working prototype I get a coal plant for 1 year or if we do you get a ford fiesta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 Gentlemen, I commend both of you for having the stones to commit to a one year avatar bet. Of course, now you both have to stick around here for four more years to see it through :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 Gentlemen, I commend both of you for having the stones to commit to a one year avatar bet. Of course, now you both have to stick around here for four more years to see it through :P Four more years! Four more years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjag Posted July 4, 2016 Report Share Posted July 4, 2016 (edited) Jupiter Orbit Insertion began today. Trying to put aircraft withing 1.2 seconds of destination. 1.2 seconds after traveling millions of miles Edited July 4, 2016 by wjag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Jupiter Orbit Insertion began today. Trying to put aircraft withing 1.2 seconds of destination. 1.2 seconds after traveling millions of miles And they nailed it. Truly awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJFIVEOH Posted August 14, 2016 Report Share Posted August 14, 2016 Here's a replay of the SpaceX Falcon 9 launch this morning. They did a GREAT job of the live feed, great camera action, great timeline feature, and they also spent some time describing many aspects of the launch for those who might not be entirely familiar with the program and the launch process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IKnowPhysics Posted August 14, 2016 Report Share Posted August 14, 2016 And then their video feed of the stage one landing froze as soon as it approached. Hilarious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJFIVEOH Posted August 16, 2016 Report Share Posted August 16, 2016 And then their video feed of the stage one landing froze as soon as it approached. Hilarious. That would have been cool to see! It was a damn near perfect landing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGR4GM Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 (edited) US Surgeon General Calling for addiction to be treated as a Chronic Disease as opposed to character flaw. Figured it belonged in the Science thread because the science behind addiction has grown immensely in the last 15 years. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-38015122 "Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said addiction should be seen as a chronic illness, not a character flaw. In a report on addiction in the US, he says 20 million people abuse substances - more than have cancer. On average, the report says, 78 Americans a day die of an opioid overdose - and about 12.5 million are addicted to prescription painkillers." Edited November 17, 2016 by LGR4GM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 Progressive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 Nope, not buying it. Addicts should be put into the the most cost-effective prison the free market can provide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jsixspd Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 Amerika - where we treat people with chronic medical conditions (addicts) like common criminals and jail them with violent cons and career criminals, and the insane (since we've also cut way back on mental health facilities). Great rehab right there - if they didn't need drugs before to escape reality, they will if they survive their incarceration, and subsequent inability to get a decent job due to their criminal record. How dare they be sick in our nation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 Amerika - where we treat people with chronic medical conditions (addicts) like common criminals and jail them with violent cons and career criminals, and the insane (since we've also cut way back on mental health facilities). Great rehab right there - if they didn't need drugs before to escape reality, they will if they survive their incarceration, and subsequent inability to get a decent job due to their criminal record. How dare they be sick in our nation? Gotta create jobs in dying manufacturing towns somehow. Make America Prison Guards Again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ogre Posted November 17, 2016 Report Share Posted November 17, 2016 This guys ideas are really starting impress me. Could he really make this a reality?http://www.businessinsider.com/spacex-internet-satellite-constellation-2016-11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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