Jelly Bean Portraits

Self-proclaimed King of Jelly Bean Art, Peter Rocha and his talented nephew Roger create impressive mosaics using thousands of colored jelly-beans.

The two Rochas spend up to six months creating the sweet masterpieces, understandable since they use around 10,000 different types of jelly beans. Throughout their artistic careers, the artistic duo have created over 75 jelly-bean mosaics, commissioned by the Jelly Belly Candy Company.

Recently, Roger Rocha showcased a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II at the time of her coronation, in 1952, made from 10,000 jellybeans. The 4-foot-high artwork is now on display at Fizziwig’s Sweet Emporium in Brighton, UK.

Check out a selection of the finest jelly-bean mosaics, by Peter and Roger Rocha, after the jump.

Mooning of the Amtrack Train

On every second Saturday of July, people gather outside the Mugs Away Saloon, in Laguna Niguel, California, for the annual Mooning of the Amtrack.

Known also as the Mooning of the Train, this tradition dates back to 1979. Legend has it it all started when a rich person walked into the bar and promised free drinks to anyone with enough balls to show their naked behinds to the passing Amtrak train.

This year around 1,000 people attended the mooning and a great time doing so. there were no incidents, unlike last year, when many of the 8,000 mooners got intoxicated in public and the festivities had to be shut down.

The trains are mostly full when they pass by the Mugs Away Saloon and the conductors even slow down so the passengers can really enjoy the view.

Laser Cutting Machine Fundamentals

Laser cutters operate by focusing a beam of light, or laser, it pinpointed a site on an object in order to cut it rather than using a solid object, like a blade to cut the object. A computer system with a vector graphical software will also be needed. Instructions are given to the laser cutter through software which deciphers design geometry to numerical CNC machine code. A laser can also take in data from drawings made with the help of computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Laser Cutting Machine Fundamentals

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Configurations of Laser Cutting Machines
The configurations of the machine are characterized based on the way the laser beam will come in contact with the material that will be cut. There are three main setups that work on the X and Y axes. The first configuration is referred to as moving material. In this setup, the object that will be sliced is placed below the cutter head. The next setup is the hybrid laser. Both the table and the cutter head move in opposite axes, offering optimal stability of the beam’s path. The third configuration is the flying optic setup, used by Maloya, where the cutting head is the part of the machine that is in motion. The object being cut is static and this type of configuration produces very clean work. Its rate of motion is also the quickest among the three setups. The flying optic system helps in workflow speed since clamping of the material being cut is not necessary. There are also machines utilizing up to six axes.

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Laser Cutting Workflow Loading and unloading can take up valuable production time but the speed of cutting with a laser can make up for this. Not having to clamp down the materials to be cut in some instances also saves time. Another consideration is if the laser cutter can be left on. Workers may have to turn turn off the power to take materials out of the machine and interrupt the flow of cutting.Lighting is another consideration in a manufacturing environment. Light emitting diode (LED) lighting is becoming more popular for saving energy. More green ways of lighting manufacturing environments are becoming available such as using motion sensors so lights are not used when no one is working.
Laser Cutting Equipment and Maintenance
With the money spent on laser cutting machines, sufficient upkeep can ensure that they keep running in a safe and reliable way. If the machine is not running optimally, bad cuts can be made. Process control such as checking cutting nozzles, lenses and other optics should be conducted regularly. Conducting frequent inspections on alignment can prevent many future problems. Air sources can affect focal lenses of the laser cutter. Lens clarity is extremely important. Operators can look at a focal lens and tell if it is dirty as well as by checking it with a polarizer. A lens can then be cleaned with alcohol and fine tissue or replaced. Laser optical components are considered consumables. Chiller units need to be maintained as well. They should be started prior to cutting. A laser cutter that has not been maintained will also run slower. Replaceable parts should also be kept available if they are needed. Keep exhaust systems up to par as well.
Laser Cutting and Training
Training of use of a laser cutting machine should include hands-on training as well as additional training in a classroom environment. It should involve basic operation of the laser cutter such as how to start and shut down the machine, operation and programming of the machine, upkeep and maintenance as well as safety. Oftentimes the purchaser of the machine will receive training from the supplier of the machine. Other training could include the creation and loading of drawings, scaling, and rotation. Other things to be learned are file usage, code, databases, laser tables and metrics.
Quality Control
In order to keep improving workflow processes, Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and Corrective Action Notifications (CANs) can be done. This involves problem reporting, the cause of the problem, and future problem preventions.

Mercedes SLS AMG expansion its 'Gullwings'

Mercedes SLS AMG expansion its 'Gullwings'
Mercedes Gullwings
Automotive appealing and ultra-modern of the highest order with high style to carry are the traits of the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, which took the eye on the stage at the Mercedes hall at the 2010 Auto Expo.The super sports car fulfilling the needs & making it “must have”. With purist design systematic incorporation of lightweight engineering & high tech handling dynamics.The SLS delivers the everyday utility and extraordinary safety that typifies Merc, making the new Gullwing model the ideal synthesis of the strengths of Mercedes-Benz and AMG.The company will launch the AMG Desert Gold after completing the modification, suited for the domestic market conditions as there is no right-hand driving in INDIA.Under the SLS AMG's long bonnet is a version of the V-8, the monopoly of Merc of this generation with an AMG badge.

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Formula One racecar 2010
Output has been tuned to 563 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque n engine replacing with 6.3 liters. The extra power comes partially from all-new intake and exhaust systems.The car coves all hybrid and concepts, GPS, and so many heart stopper features.  Power is transferred to the wheels through a Speed Shift 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox and down an exotic carbon fiber driveshaft before meeting the road at the rear wheels. Sixty miles per hour happens in a blistering 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 197 mph. Featuring gearbox, three driving modes for comfort, sport, sport plus & automated manual mode.