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Forum: Off-topic Discussions 03-06-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 885
Views: 203,267
Posted By Nycteus
26, Electrical Engineer - Grinding Mill Operations

26, Electrical Engineer - Grinding Mill Operations
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 01-10-2011, 03:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,063
Posted By Nycteus
So, with wanting a custom tune for fuel...

So, with wanting a custom tune for fuel efficiency, would I just walk in to a reputable shop and say "I want a custom tune to maximize fuel efficiency?"

Also, can the stock fuel map be...
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 01-10-2011, 03:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,063
Posted By Nycteus
I would love one. Unfortunately we're not *quite*...

I would love one. Unfortunately we're not *quite* there yet.
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 01-10-2011, 03:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,063
Posted By Nycteus
This may be an issue, I hadn't thought about it. ...

This may be an issue, I hadn't thought about it.

My major concern is environmental and America's-Reliance-On-Petroleum that has me leaning towards a more fuel-efficient powerhouse. If everyone...
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 01-10-2011, 02:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,063
Posted By Nycteus
I definitely want the V8 just to know that the...

I definitely want the V8 just to know that the power (and as you mentioned, the sound) is there if it needs to be called upon.

I'm 100% ignorant on how a tune is done. Is there just a preset...
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 01-10-2011, 02:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,063
Posted By Nycteus
Custom Tuned..... for Fuel Efficiency?

While I don't own my camaro yet, my future "wish list" consists of the 2SS (waiting for the Gen V Engine specs) with some sort of forced air intake. I'm an engineer that handles very powerful...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-18-2010, 03:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,656
Posted By Nycteus
I can't believe this guy drives a vehicle instead...

I can't believe this guy drives a vehicle instead of walking or running everywhere.

How lazy he's become.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 10-28-2010, 02:00 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,312
Posted By Nycteus
How Deep? Balls Deep.

How Deep? Balls Deep.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 10-04-2010, 02:03 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,954
Posted By Nycteus
The Left Engineers will tell you otherwise. We...

The Left Engineers will tell you otherwise. We need to find a bi-partisan solution.
Forum: Member Car Journals 08-16-2010, 08:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 33,503
Posted By Nycteus
Excellent attention to detail, inside and out.

Excellent attention to detail, inside and out.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-11-2010, 11:30 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 21,021
Posted By Nycteus
Very interesting and logical argument for the...

Very interesting and logical argument for the color choices in respect to the visible light spectrum.
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 07-08-2010, 05:38 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
This is exactly right. The EV is more comparable...

This is exactly right. The EV is more comparable to an electronic device than it is a motor vehicle. While they both perform the same task, they are handled in separate ways.

It's like creating a...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 07-07-2010, 10:34 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
I don't believe the idea of the Tesla vehicles is...

I don't believe the idea of the Tesla vehicles is to take on long drives. Everyone in this thread seems to think that people who buy Tesla's are intending to do cross-country trips and how it would...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 07-06-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,752
Posted By Nycteus
1994 Chevrolet S-10

1994 Chevrolet S-10
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 07-04-2010, 06:03 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
Not exactly sure what "45 Minute QuickCharge...

Not exactly sure what "45 Minute QuickCharge means," but the 1 minute battery swap may be a proposed solution to charging stations. My guess is to think of a propane tank (gas grill), you can either...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 07-01-2010, 11:44 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
Exactly Correct.

Exactly Correct.
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 06-30-2010, 05:33 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
The idea to take away from this topic is that we...

The idea to take away from this topic is that we are getting ever closer to EVs. While not everyone is in favor of change, if EVs have been given the exact same R&D that combustible engines have...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 06-29-2010, 09:22 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
Tesla's quote on their website is $49,900. ...

Tesla's quote on their website is $49,900.



As an Electrical Engineer... this will never happen. Wind is not even close to being reliable or sufficient enough of a power source. Solar panels...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 06-29-2010, 07:49 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
This is why I am hoping they have success in...

This is why I am hoping they have success in their "S" model vehicle due out in 2012. So far the only vehicle or option they have is the ridiculously expensive $100k+ sportster model.

With a...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 06-29-2010, 04:53 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
You're correct concerning the fact that magnetic...

You're correct concerning the fact that magnetic motors have a huge benefit at 0 RPM and deteriorated benefit at higher RPM's. Here's a power and torque chart comparing a standard high output 6...
Forum: General Automotive + Other Cars Discussion 06-29-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 14,389
Posted By Nycteus
Tesla Motors - 100% Electric Vehicle

Tesla Motors is a new company that currently has 1 model electric vehicle (Sportster) with their 2nd model (S) coming in 2012. I really hope they have success in their product line so we can begin to...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-28-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,005
Posted By Nycteus
The real question is: "Do you want elderly...

The real question is:

"Do you want elderly members of society barreling towards you with 3800 lbs fueled by 300-420 horsepower?"


I'd introduce her to the Smart car.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-23-2010, 10:07 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,990
Posted By Nycteus
lmao

lmao
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-22-2010, 06:29 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 21,553
Posted By Nycteus
The Android platform all uses the same OS. Unless...

The Android platform all uses the same OS. Unless you are planning on writing an application that is tailored to a particular physical feature (ie. Camera, or GPS) you should only need to write an...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-22-2010, 06:25 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 21,553
Posted By Nycteus
Ugh, that PC is terrible!! It's essentially a...

Ugh, that PC is terrible!! It's essentially a netbook with a little bit more RAM and HDD with 3-4x the price tag.


Novelty only.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-22-2010, 02:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,479
Posted By Nycteus
It is most likely the placebo effect. Full...

It is most likely the placebo effect.

Full tank:
(+) Purer concentration of (R+M)/2 gasoline.
(-) Heavier vehicle

Empty Tank:
(-) Volume of gas tank not filled with gas will allow the gas...
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