Fujifilm appears to be working on a camera that could combine the best of its medium-format shooters, like the GFX 100S II, with the massively popular X100 series, based on a new teaser video spotted by Digital Camera World.The video, titled "X Summit in Prague is going to be special, Fujifilm fam" shows a pair of hands producing a XV100 VI and GFX 100S II out of thin air and bringing the cameras together, before cutting to the silhouette of the new camera the company presumably plans to announce. The suggestion being that Fujifilm wants to create something that has traits of its more compact, fixed-lens X100 series while reaping the benefits of a medium-format sensor.It's hard to really gauge what the new camera will look like based on the brief clip in the video, but it definitely looks larger (and more square) than the X100 VI, with a smaller lens than you'd normally see on a camera in Fujifilm's GFX 100S II. That certainly bodes well for anyone looking to up their photography game after getting hooked on one of the X100 cameras.Fujifilm first struck gold with the X100 V, which became popular on social platforms because of its size, design and ability to digitally mimic multiple types of analog film. The X100 VI was released in 2024 to capitalize on the sudden popularity, gaining things like in-body stabilization and a lower native ISO. For all intents and purposes, it's a fantastic camera.We'll have to wait until Fujifilm's X Summit on March 20 to see if this new camera has the potential to have the same crossover appeal, but history is definitely on the company's side.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cameras/fujifilm-teases-a-medium-format-version-of-its-viral-x100-vi-compact-camera-174117388.html?src=rss

As the world turns, so do the console generations. The Nintendo Switch 2 will arrive in 2025, over eight years after its predecessor. Nintendo officially revealed the successor to its best-selling home console in a brief trailer on January 16.The Switch 2 looks functionally very similar to the original system, albeit with a larger display, magnetic Joy-Cons and a sleeker design. The company also reaffirmed that the upcoming console will be backwards compatible with Switch games.While the reveal did confirm some rumors and have a few interesting details for those who were paying close attention, Nintendo is still largely keeping its cards close to its chest. We'll have to wait until a special Nintendo Direct at 9AM ET on April 2 for all the juicy information. Annoyingly, that date is a Wednesday and not a Two-sday.The Nintendo Switch 2 was announced on January 16The rumor mill had heavily suggested that Nintendo would pull back the curtain on the Switch 2 on January 16, and that turned out to be the case.The company hasn't changed the core form factor. It's a portable console with detachable Joy-Cons. The Switch 2 can be placed in a dock for big-screen gaming. There are some significant differences from the original console, however.The most obvious one is that the next-gen Joy-Cons will no longer slide into place mechanically. Instead, they appear to attach to the main unit magnetically. There is a small connector that's likely used to charge the controllers. It's unclear at this point if Joy-Cons from the original system will be compatible with the Switch 2.One other big (and very welcome) change is the addition of a second USB-C port on the top of the device. That should make it much easier to plug in accessories while the Switch 2 is docked. FCC filings suggest that you'll be able to charge the console using either USB-C port, which is another nice quality-of-life change.It's great to see that Nintendo has kept the headphone jack as well. Let's just hope that Bluetooth headphone support is live from the jump this time and Nintendo doesn't leave everyone waiting four yearsfor that feature.The kickstand is getting an upgrade. As with the Switch OLED, it spans the length of the console this time around. But, according to the reveal trailer, this one looks fully adjustable, so you can tweak the viewing angle to one that works for you.There are still a great many unknowns regarding the upcoming console. We don't really know the specs yet, or what type of display it uses. We also don't know anything about battery life, the UI or launch games. We'll surely learn a whole lot on April 2.When will the Nintendo Switch 2 come out?2025. That's all we know for sure at this point.It's highly unlikely that Nintendo will release the console before the dedicated Direct on April 2, and not only because that's at the start of Nintendo's next financial year. However, accessory manufacturer Genki, which has been a major source of leaks in recent months, claims the console will be released in April. Other reports have pegged June as the release window, as have several analysts.In any case, we should learn the release date during the April 2 Direct.When can I try the Nintendo Switch 2?Nintendo is planning a worldwide roadshow to let gamers go hands-on with the console. These events start in New York and Paris on April 3-6, with others taking place throughout the following two months. That lends credence to some suggestions that Nintendo will release the Switch 2 in June.Ticket registration for many of the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events has closed, but waitlists are available. However, given that Nintendo is taking a first come, first served approach, your chances of attending the roadshow if you don't already have a ticket (or unless you signed up for the waitlist immediately) seem very small at this point.The full list of Nintendo Switch 2 Experience dates is as follows:North America:New York, April 4-6, 2025Los Angeles, April 11-13, 2025Dallas, April 25-27, 2025Toronto, April 25-27, 2025Europe:Paris, April 4-6, 2025London, April 11-13, 2025Milan, April 25-27, 2025Berlin, April 25-27, 2025Madrid, May 9-11, 2025Amsterdam, May 9-11, 2025Oceania:Melbourne, May 10-11, 2025Asia:Tokyo (Makuhari), April 26-27, 2025Seoul, May 31-June 1, 2025Hong Kong, To be announcedTaipei, To be announcedWill the Nintendo Switch 2 have some weirdness?Everything we've seen and so far about this console has been fairly, well, traditional. It looks like the original Switch, but better. That's awesome, but will there be any of that unpredictable Nintendo magic? Maybe! There are two puzzling additions that folks can't make hide nor hair of.Genki, the accessories manufacturer, just published a landing page for their Nintendo Switch 2 accessories. This landing page features a video that includes a very detailed look at a Switch 2 mockup. pic.twitter.com/Db7RSk4YlQ Bob Wulff (@BobWulff) January 8, 2025 Keen eyes will have noticed a new button on the bottom of the right Joy-Con. It it not yet clear what this does. Could it initiate voice chat during gameplay? Could it calibrate the controllers? Could it create a room-sized hologram of Bowser in your living room? We'll have to wait and see.Now onto the updated Joy-Cons. There appears to be a new sensor on the connecting side of each controller. It looks a whole lot like an optical sensor, which is what a computer mouse uses. This has led to speculation that players will be able to flip the Joy-Con over and use it like a mouse. Of note: the trailer shows the Joy-Cons moving along a flat surface, connector side down and looking suspiciously like a mouse.But why would anyone even want this? We can think of three words. New Mario Paint.Genki reveal isnt a mockup, its straight up just the Switch 2, optical sensor is literally flashing in this shot @Stealth40k #Switch2 pic.twitter.com/COeLsonqMd Ash (@Ashinarii) January 8, 2025 Mouse control isnt the only too strange for any company but Nintendo rumor floating around. A patent filed by the company suggests you can swap the Switch 2s Joy-Cons, snapping them onto either side of the console. That would align with the magnetic Joy-Con attachment scheme.But much like the weird mouse rumors, it doesnt necessarily align with, well, any logical reason for why youd want to do that. The patent suggests it could allow for more user choice in where the headphone jack is. But since its Nintendo, the company that brought us Labo cardboard peripherals and the Game Boy Advance e-reader attachment, we have to wonder if there are quirkier designs at hand.Is the Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatible?The company confirmed in November 2024 that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be backwards compatible. It will also feature access to Nintendo Online, so users will be able to play all of those old retro titles.In the initial Nintendo Switch 2 press release, Nintendo reiterated that physical and digital Switch games will work on the new system. However, it noted that "certain Nintendo Switch games may not be supported on or fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2." More details about which games those are will be revealed later.Will old games be enhanced in any way?The original Switch has, to put it mildly, struggled to run some of the late-generation software that's come down the pike. Could these games be enhanced to take advantage of the increased horsepower of the Switch 2? We have no idea. We also don't know if any of these releases will receive graphical upgrades, perhaps taking advantage of upscaling tech.What will the cartridges taste like?You may remember that the original Switch cartridges taste absolutely awful. This was on purpose, to discourage folks from putting the games in their mouth. Will the successor follow suit and continue to dip cartridges in a foul-tasting bitter coating? Only time will tell.What about specs?The rumors regarding specs are all over the place, so its tough to pin down. We know one thing for sure: Itll be more powerful than the ancient Switch hardware, which was already antiquated back in 2017. One analyst allegedly got a hold of a spec sheet from the Korean United Daily News that said the Switch 2 would boast an eight-core Cortex-A78AE processor, 8GB of RAM and 64GB of internal eMMC storage. This tracks, as these specs are about as underpowered now as the original Switch was in 2017. However, some reports do indicate that the console will include 12GB of RAM.Another source suggests that the eight-core CPU will be packaged inside an NVIDIA-produced Tegra239 SoC (system on a chip). Given the current Switch runs on an NVIDIA chip, that makes a lot of sense. The CPU will be more powerful, but it's the Switch 2's new GPU that will be a major differentiator. It's all-but-confirmed that the Switch 2 will support DLSS, NVIDIA's "deep learning supersampling" upscaling tech, which would allow the console to render games at a low resolution internally while outputting a high-resolution image. (Fun fact: We actually wrote about how perfect DLSS was for the Nintendo Switch 2 when the technology was announced alongside the RTX 20 series back in 2018.)There are still questions about the Switch 2 and DLSS: Will the system support newer DLSS features like frame generation? Will existing games be automatically tidied up by NVIDIA's algorithm? Regardless of the exact implementation, DLSS upscaling will be a huge leap over the rudimentary techniques available to Nintendo Switch developers.As for the display, there are many conflicting rumors. Early reports from solid sources suggested the Switch 2 would have an 8-inch LCD screen. The Switch 2's display certainly looks larger than that of the original Switch in a side-by-side comparison in the reveal trailer. Some folks have worried that the Switch follow-up may actually be too big, especially for kids.Certain analysts have suggested this would be an OLED screen, while others have said it would be a Mini-LED display. A Mini-LED display is basically an LCD display that has a backlight made of (surprise!) mini-LEDs rather than edge lighting. This allows for local dimming, making the blacks more black.We're hedging our bets here. We think itll be a standard LCD, to cut costs, with an OLED or Mini-LED model coming later down the line. However, Mini-LED screens are slightly cheaper than OLED displays, so thats certainly a possibility at launch.As for resolution, recent reporting suggests that the console will output 1080p in handheld and 4K when docked. That's much better than the OG Switch.More tenuous leaks have intimated that the Switch 2 could also support a faster microSD card standard known as microSD Express. This allows for significantly faster transfer rates than the common UHS-I cards supported by the Switch today. Its technically been around for several years, but weve only recently started to see microSD cards that take advantage of the spec hit the market.We actually tested one of them from SanDisk for our microSD card buying guide and found it could reach sequential read speeds up to around 900 MB/s. With the current Switch, microSD transfer speeds top out closer to 100 MB/s.So, in theory, all of this could bring a sizable boost in load times and general storage performance for the Switch 2 (though its still not likely to be on par with the SSDs in the PS5 or Xbox Series X/S). But again, these rumors are far from concrete. Its also worth noting that microSD Express cards cost significantly more than what we usually see today the SanDisk card we tested, for instance, starts at $45 for just 128GB of storage.Recently-unearthed FCC filings also indicate that the console will support Wi-Fi 6 and NFC. The latter indicates that the Switch 2 will continue Amiibo integration.How much will the Nintendo Switch 2 cost?We don't have too much information regarding price but we do have plenty of history to work with. The original Nintendo Switch launched at $300, which is pretty much the "magic number" when it comes to Nintendo console releases in recent years. The Wii U also came in at $300.However, there are plenty of rumors circulating that Nintendo could be upping the asking price for the Switch 2. Several analysts are expecting Nintendo to hike the price to at least $400 and possibly even as much as $500. Rising costs of components and development, as well as US tariffs, are likely to mean that the Switch 2 is more expensive than its predecessor.Dipping back into history, there is some precedence for a price uptick. The GameCube was $200 and the Wii was $250. The Wii U and Switch increased to $300 and, well, numbers like to go up. A $400 price tag would make the Switch 2 nearly as expensive as a PS5 and Xbox Series X. That would also put it at the same price as the 256GB LCD Steam Deck.Again, we should get confirmation of the price during the April 2 Nintendo Direct.How well will the Nintendo Switch 2 sell?Even with an expected price increase, Nintendo is likely to sell boatloads of Switch 2 consoles. The company seems to be positioning itself to shatter sales records. Reports suggest that Nintendo wants to have as many units ready to sell as possible on release day. One analyst told Bloomberg that they expected Nintendo to have an inventory of between 6 million and 8 million units at the outset.As Bloomberg notes, the company sold 2.7 million Switch units in that console's first month. Sony's PS4 and PS5 each sold 4.5 million units in their first quarter on the market, though it's worth noting the PS5's early momentum was hindered somewhat by shortages.Nintendo has sold more than 150 million Switch units. Given that many fans are more than ready for an upgrade (and to perhaps give their old Switch to a young relative or sell it on the cheap), the Switch 2 is very likely to go gangbusters right out of the gate.Do we know about any launch games?Not so much. The reveal trailer offered a peek at a new Mario Kart game. Nintendo released Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U over a decade ago and it's been milking that cash cow ever since, having sold more than 64 million copies of the game across that console and the Switch. It's definitely time for a new entry!It's certainly been a long time since weve gotten a proper 3D Mario adventure as well, so a new one could be a launch title. That would be one heck of a system seller. Other than that, your guess is as good as ours. Past as prologue, we can expect something from Ubisoft and an off-the-wall title like 1-2-Switch. One report suggested that PowerWash Simulator 2 is bound for the Switch 2, so that's something.If theres a gimmick or hook involved with the console, well also get a game that takes advantage of that. A dual release of Metroid Prime 4, just like Breath of the Wild and Twilight Princess before that, is also a possibility.It's all but nailed on that we'll learn much more about the Switch 2 launch lineup during the April 2 Nintendo Direct, which starts at 9AM ET. You'll definitely want to set your Alarmo for that one.That's everything we know about the Nintendo Switch 2 today. We'll update this article with rumors we trust and with information we gather directly from sources. Any changes made to the article after its initial publishing will be listed below.Update, January 24, 2025, 12:36 PM ET: This story has been updated to include speculation about price, potential game enhancements and the taste of cartridges.Update, February 5, 2025, 9:30AM ET: This story has been updated to note the time when the April 2 Nintendo Direct starts.Update, February 24, 2025, 12:30 PM ET: This story has been updated to include speculation about storage and information about the new microSD Express standard.Update, March 6, 2025, 2:30PM ET: This story has been updated to note recent FCC filings to indicate the presence of Wi-Fi 6 and NFC support.Update, March 14, 2025, 12:15PM ET: This story has been updated to include pricing and sales speculation from analysts.Jeff Dunn contributed to this report.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-is-coming-soon-everything-we-know-about-specs-pricing-games-and-more-172120134.html?src=rss

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The Trump administration announced on March 12, 2025, that it is reconsidering more than 30 air pollution regulations in a series of moves that could impact air quality across the United States.Reconsideration is a term used to review or modify a government regulation. While Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin provided few details, the breadth of the regulations being reconsidered affects all Americans. They include rules that set limits for pollutants that can harm human health, such as ozone, particulate matter and volatile organic carbon.Zeldin wrote that his deregulation moves would roll back trillions in regulatory costs and hidden taxes on U.S. families. But thats only part of the story.What Zeldin didnt say is that the economic and health benefits from decades of federal clean air regulations have far outweighed their costs. Some estimates suggest every $1 spent meeting clean air rules has returned $10 in health and economic benefits.How far America has come, because of regulationsIn the early 1970s, thick smog blanketed American cities and acid rain stripped forests bare from the Northeast to the Midwest.Air pollution wasnt just a nuisanceit was a public health emergency. But in the decades since, the United States has engineered one of the most successful environmental turnarounds in history.Thanks to stronger air-quality regulations, pollution levels have plummeted, preventing hundreds of thousands of deaths annually. And despite early predictions that these regulations would cripple the economy, the opposite has proven true: The U.S. economy more than doubled in size while pollution fell, showing that clean air and economic growth canand dogo hand in hand.The numbers are eye-popping.An Environmental Protection Agency analysis of the first 20 years of the Clean Air Act, from 1970 to 1990, found the economic benefits of the regulations were about 42 times greater than the costs.The EPA later estimated that the cost of air-quality regulations in the U.S. would be about US$65 billion in 2020, and the benefits, primarily in improved health and increased worker productivity, would be around $2 trillion. Other studies have found similar benefits.Thats a return of more than 30 to 1, making clean air one of the best investments the country has ever made.Science-based regulations even the playing fieldThe turning point came with the passage of the Clean Air Act of 1970, which put in place strict rules on pollutants from industry, vehicles, and power plants.These rules targeted key culprits: lead, ozone, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate mattersubstances that contribute to asthma, heart disease, and premature deaths. An example was the removal of lead, which can harm the brain and other organs, from gasoline. That single change resulted in far lower levels of lead in peoples blood, including a 70% drop in U.S. childrens blood-lead levels.The results have been extraordinary. Since 1980, emissions of six major air pollutants have dropped by 78%, even as the U.S. economy has more than doubled in size. Cities that were once notorious for their thick, choking smogsuch as Los Angeles, Houston, and Pittsburghnow see far cleaner air, while lakes and forests devastated by acid rain in the Northeast have rebounded.And most importantly, lives have been saved. The Clean Air Act requires the EPA to periodically estimate the costs and benefits of air-quality regulations. In the most recent estimate, released in 2011, the EPA projected that air-quality improvements would prevent over 230,000 premature deaths in 2020. That means fewer heart attacks, fewer emergency room visits for asthma, and more years of healthy life for millions of Americans.The economic payoffCritics of air-quality regulations have long argued that the regulations are too expensive for businesses and consumers. But the data tells a very different story.EPA studies have confirmed that clean air regulations improve air quality over time. Other studies have shown that the health benefits greatly outweigh the costs. That pays off for the economy. Fewer illnesses mean lower healthcare costs, and healthier workers mean higher productivity and fewer missed workdays.The EPA estimated that for every $1 spent on meeting air-quality regulations, the United States received $9 in benefits. A separate study by the nonpartisan National Bureau of Economic Research in 2024 estimated that each $1 spent on air pollution regulation brought the U.S. economy at least $10 in benefits. And when considering the long-term impact on human health and climate stability, the return is even greater.The next chapter in clean airThe air Americans breathe today is cleaner, much healthier, and safer than it was just a few decades ago.Yet, despite this remarkable progress, air pollution remains a challenge in some parts of the country. Some urban neighborhoods remain stubbornly polluted because of vehicle emissions and industrial pollution. While urban pollution has declined, wildfire smoke has become a larger influence on poor air quality across the nation.That means the EPA still has work to do.If the agency works with environmental scientists, public health experts, and industry, and fosters honest scientific consensus, it can continue to protect public health while supporting economic growth. At the same time, it can ensure that future generations enjoy the same clean air and prosperity that regulations have made possible.By instead considering retracting clean air rules, the EPA is calling into question the expertise of countless scientists who have provided their objective advice over decades to set standards designed to protect human lives. In many cases, industries wont want to go back to past polluting ways, but lifting clean air rules means future investment might not be as protective. And it increases future regulatory uncertainty for industries.The past offers a clear lesson: Investing in clean air is not just good for public healthits good for the economy. With a track record of saving lives and delivering trillion-dollar benefits, air-quality regulations remain one of the greatest policy success stories in American history.Richard E. Peltier is a professor of environmental health sciences at UMass Amherst.This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.

Qatar will provide natural gas supplies to Syria with the aim of generating 400 megawatts of electricity a day, in a measure to help address the war-battered countrys severe electricity shortages, Syrian state-run news agency SANA reported Friday.Syrias interim Minister of Electricity Omar Shaqrouq said the Qatari supplies are expected to increase the daily state-provided electricity supply from two to four hours per day.Under the deal, Qatar will send two million cubic meters of natural gas a day to the Deir Ali power station, south of Damascus, via a pipeline passing through Jordan.Qatars state-run news agency said that the initiative was part of an agreement between the Qatar Fund for Development and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of Jordan in collaboration with the United Nations Development Program and aims to address the countrys severe shortage in electricity production and enhance its infrastructure.Syrias economy and infrastructure, including electricity production, has been devastated by nearly 14 years of civil war andcrushing Western sanctionsimposed on the government of former President Bashar Assad.Those who can afford it rely on solar power and private generators to make up for the meager state power supply, while others remain most of the day without power.SinceAssad was ousted in a lightning rebel offensivein December, the countrys new rulers have struggled to consolidate control over territory that was divided into de facto ministates during the war and to begin the process of reconstruction. The United Nations in 2017 estimated that it would cost at least $250 billion to rebuild Syria, while experts say that number could reach at least $400 billion.The United States remains circumspect about the interim government and current PresidentAhmad al-Sharaa, the former leader of the Islamist insurgent group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. Washington designates HTS as a terrorist organization and has been reluctant to lift sanctions.In January, however, the U.S. eased some restrictions, issuing a six-month general license that authorizes certain transactions with the Syrian government, including some energy sales and incidental transactions.

Automotive customization often treads familiar ground, but Jon Olsson continues to push boundaries with his latest creation an Audi RS6 Avant sporting Formula 1-inspired wheels that transform the German performance wagon into something truly otherworldly. The Swedish freestyle skiing legend and automotive enthusiast has once again demonstrated why hes considered one of the most innovative minds in the custom car scene.Jon OlssonDesigner: Jon OlssonFORMULA FOR DISTINCTIONOlssons matte black RS6 has undergone a metamorphosis that instantly commands attention. The centerpiece of this transformation? A set of wheels that bring F1 racing aesthetics to the street in a way thats both jarring and mesmerizing. These arent merely inspired by motorsport theyre a direct visual translation of current Formula 1 wheel design, creating an automotive mashup that feels simultaneously incongruous and perfectly executed.Jon OlssonI always like doing things that are different, Olsson explained in his February 2024 Instagram reveal. Its hard to do different things with wheels because most of everythings been done, but Id say this is a look I havent seen on anything besides a Formula 1 car.The wheels feature the distinctive F1 aesthetic with a black stealthy finish complemented by a vibrant highlighter yellow center hub stripe. The inspiration came when Olsson noticed F1s implementation of larger wheel designs for competing teams, sparking an idea that would take over a year and a half to bring to fruition.ENTREPRENEURIAL VISIONWhat makes this project particularly significant is that its not just another one-off customization for Olssons personal collection. The F1 wheels mark the launch of his new automotive brand, Innominate Unspecified, where he plans to make his innovative designs available to other enthusiasts who appreciate his boundary-pushing aesthetic.Jon OlssonOver the years I have worked on a million cars where I have brought my ideas to life, but it was always one-offs just for me or for other brands, Olsson shared. I finally thought that it was time to change that and start my own brand in the automotive space.Jon OlssonWorking with a partner named nder at Select Cars, who provided crucial production knowledge, Olsson has created a wheel design that transforms not just his RS6 but potentially the aftermarket wheel industry itself. The wheels have been tested on both the Audi RS6 and a McLaren 720S, though many observers noted they looked more at home on the Audis muscular frame.POWER MEETS PRESENCEThe RS6 itself is no slouch in stock form, but Olssons example reportedly produces around 800 horsepower firmly in supercar territory. This potent powerplant works in harmony with Audis sophisticated Quattro all-wheel-drive system and Pirelli P-Zero tires, ensuring the performance capabilities match the aggressive aesthetic.Jon OlssonThe visual impact of these wheels cannot be overstated. They create what automotive journalists have described as an absolutely menacing presence, transforming the already impressive Audi RS6 into something that looks like Batman would drive if he were a Transformer. The wheels dont merely complement the vehicle; they fundamentally redefine its character through a single, bold modification.HISTORY OF INNOVATIONFor those familiar with Olssons automotive journey, this latest creation follows a storied lineage of boundary-pushing builds. His previous RS6 projects include the Phoenix an ABT Audi RS6+ producing 735 hp and 920 Nm of torque and the infamous Audi RS6 DTM with its 1000 horsepower output and distinctive roof box. Tragically, the DTM was stolen and subsequently set on fire around 2015, adding poignancy to his continued passion for developing these vehicles.Olssons background as a former Red Bull team freestyle skier and X Games gold medalist provides context for his approach to automotive customization. The same competitive spirit and eye for the extraordinary that defined his skiing career now manifests in vehicles that refuse to blend in.TECHNICAL EXECUTIONWhile specific technical details about the wheels remain somewhat guarded, the execution of Formula 1 design principles in a street-legal context represents a significant engineering achievement. Formula 1 wheels typically utilize forged magnesium alloy machined as a single piece to maximize strength while minimizing weight a technical approach that differs substantially from conventional street wheels.Jon OlssonAdapting these design elements to wheels compatible with high-performance street vehicles requires considerable engineering to balance aesthetic goals with practical requirements. This integration of racing aesthetics with street-car practicality represents a unique technical achievement that distinguishes them from both conventional street wheels and actual Formula 1 equipment.CHECKERED FLAG THOUGHTSJon Olssons F1-wheeled RS6 represents more than just another custom car its a statement about the creative possibilities that exist at the intersection of motorsport and street vehicle design. By bringing Formula 1 wheel aesthetics to a high-performance wagon, Olsson has created something that challenges conventional boundaries and expands our understanding of what automotive customization can achieve.Jon OlssonAs the inaugural product for his Innominate Unspecified brand, these wheels signal Olssons transition from individual enthusiast to automotive entrepreneur. For those who find mainstream vehicle modifications too predictable, Olssons creations offer a glimpse into a more daring automotive future one where the lines between racing and street aesthetics blur into something entirely new.Whether you view the F1-wheeled RS6 as automotive art or an aesthetic overreach, one thing remains undeniable Jon Olsson continues to create vehicles that demand attention and spark conversation. In a world of increasingly homogenized automotive design, thats an achievement worth celebrating.The post TRACK MEETS STREET: JON OLSSONS AUDI RS6 GETS THE F1 TREATMENT first appeared on Yanko Design.

Timber construction is rapidly expanding in the United States, with a notable new project highlighting this trend from Diller Scofidio + Renfro, the designers behind the High Line. The firm has crafted a new wooden college tower set to reach a height of 186 ft (56.6 m). The Pardee School for Global Studies is set to be situated on Boston Universitys campus, featuring a floor space of 70,000 sq ft (approximately 6,500 sq m). The interior will accommodate events and conference facilities alongside classrooms, research areas, and living rooms designed for informal gatherings.Designer: Diller Scofidio + RenfroThe new tower is planned for construction on a site that was once a parking lot, marking a transformation from asphalt to a state-of-the-art structure. The building will be primarily constructed using modern engineered wood, a material choice that reflects the latest advancements in sustainable architecture. This choice enhances the structures aesthetic appeal but also contributes significantly to its environmental credentials.To optimize the buildings energy efficiency, it will be equipped with triple-glazed windows. These windows are designed to allow a generous amount of natural light to penetrate the interior spaces, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere while simultaneously reducing the need for artificial lighting. The triple-glazing also helps in mitigating solar heat gain, thereby maintaining a comfortable indoor climate without excessive reliance on air conditioning.The roof of the tower will be outfitted with solar panels, a strategic feature intended to significantly decrease the buildings dependence on grid-based electricity. This renewable energy source will power the building and also showcase a commitment to sustainability. The surrounding landscape will be enhanced with new greenery, integrating nature into the urban environment and providing a pleasant outdoor space for occupants and visitors.The innovative use of a timber structural frame combined with an all-electric design results in a dramatic reduction of embodied carbonby as much as 87%when compared to traditional building methods using steel and concrete. This decrease in carbon footprint represents the projects dedication to environmentally friendly design and construction practices.Many parents may understandably feel apprehensive about the idea of their children studying in a wooden tower. Concerns might arise from the misconception that such structures could be akin to a tinderbox, posing a significant fire risk. But extensive research has shown that modern engineered wood is quite sturdy and can outperform steel in the event of a serious fire. Unlike traditional wood, engineered wood chars slowly rather than burning rapidly. This charring process creates a protective layer that insulates the core of the wood, maintaining its structural integrity longer than you might expect. Such properties make engineered wood a highly reliable and safe choice for modern construction.The post Wooden Tower At Boston University Defies Traditional Construction Norms Merging Safety & Sustainability first appeared on Yanko Design.

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