The fifth part of our series looking back at 2013 sees us turn to Cal Crutchlow. Here’s a perspective on…
BMW Motorrad North America announced yesterday it will be recalling 50,184 motorcycles ranging from 2005-2012 due to potential fuel leaks. The models affected are the 2005-2011 R-models, 2005-2012 K-models, 2010-2011 S1000RR models, and 2006-2010 HP2 models. According to BMW, the reason for the recall is the fuel pump flange and auxiliary fuel pump flange may develop cracks and leak, which may result in fires. The investigation report released by the NHTSA stated that “owners of 2004-2011 R-series reported pressurized fuel loss when the fuel pump was energized.” The report identified the source of the leak as cracks that may develop in the fuel pump housing’s output quick connector which is made of plastic.
MIT Professor Dava Newman wants to build better astronaut suits. The modern spacesuit, while highly protective and functional, presents unique problems with regards to the pressures exerted on the human body. Prof. Newman’s research, with the help of the Dainese Technology Center and with the backing of NASA, aims to highlight specific problem areas for redesign the body and suit interface. With the resources available at D-Tec in Italy, MIT engineer Allison Anderosn along with Dainese engineers have created a suit undergarment that utilizes sensors to detect pressure points (impact and abrasion). The results of the study will be made available to other space agencies, with the Russian space agency being among the first to benefit.
Day three of the 2014 Dakar Rally sees the beginning of the first marathon stage, where only riders will be…
In the fourth part of our series looking back at 2013, we take a look at Valentino Rossi’s season. To…
While trolling through the doldrums of social media, I stumbled across this advertisement from the New Zealand Transport Agency about…