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Kids Bedroom From Zalf Rocks!

Kids Bedroom from Zalf rocks!
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Lightning Motorcycles Signs Deal with Lithium-Ion Battery Maker

Lightning Motorcycles has signed an agreement with lithium-ion battery company Ener1 to supply batteries for its electric superbike and an upcoming lineup of motorcycle and scooter models.

One of the first new production motorcycles is expected to be a street legal version of Lightning’s racebike, the inaugural TTXGP North American championship winner, and official AMA and FIM land speed record holder for electric motorcycles.

As part of the agreement, Lightning Motorcycles will also be a distributor for Ener1′s electric vehicle cells.

[Source: Ener1]

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NEW YORK, July 28, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ –

Ener1, Inc. (NASDAQ: HEV), a leader in lithium-ion energy storage solutions, today announced a supply and distribution agreement with Lightning Motorcycles, the maker of the world’s fastest production electric motorcycle. As part of the agreement, Ener1 will supply Lightning Motorcycles with its automotive-grade, lithium-ion battery cells — designed for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles — for use in its Lightning SuperBike. Ener1 will also supply cells for Lightning’s commuter motorcycle and scooter, which will be developed over the next few years.

Consumer demand for e-bikes is expected to continue its growth trajectory. According to a 2010 report published by Pike Research, the global market for electric two-wheeled vehicles, including e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorcycles, will grow at a compound annual rate of nine percent through 2016. Lightning Motorcycles is expecting to answer some of that demand by first introducing a street-legal version of its record-holding Lightning SuperBike, which became the world’s fastest production electric motorcycle with the FIM and AMA official world record of 173.388 mph during the world finals in October last year.

“We’ve tested many different battery solutions over the last year, including Ener1 and several of its competitors,” stated Richard Hatfield, founder of Lightning Motorcycles. “The Lightning data and test results showed us that Ener1′s lithium-ion batteries far out-perform those from competing companies, which is why we’ve switched to using their cells in our electric motorcycles. Lightning Motorcycles is committed to using what we believe to be the most powerful, safest, best-of-breed batteries on the market, which is why we’re also extremely pleased to be representing Ener1 as an official distributor.”

Lightning Motorcycles has been distributing electric parts and components for several years with a strong focus on and knowledge of serving the electric motorcycle and light-duty vehicle markets. In addition to the supply relationship, Lightning Motorcycles will also serve as an end-user distributor for Ener1′s PHEV and EV lithium-ion cells.

“Lightning Motorcycles has an impressive pedigree in designing and developing electric motorcycles that win races, including the inaugural American TTXGP championship last year,” stated Chris Cowger, president, Ener1, Inc. “It’s that kind of experience that will help propel electric motorcycles to be on par with gas-powered motorcycles. We’re pleased that Lightning has chosen Ener1′s lithium-ion batteries to power their record-holding SuperBike, as well as future e-bike development projects. We also anticipate that Lightning’s knowledge and relationships in the industry will help us sell more PHEV and EV cells and energy storage solutions into the growing e-bike market.”

About Ener1, Inc.

Ener1, Inc. is a publicly traded (NASDAQ:HEV) energy storage technology company that develops compact, lithium-ion-powered battery solutions for the transportation, utility grid and industrial electronics markets. Headquartered in New York City, the company has nearly 700 employees with manufacturing locations in the United States and Korea. Ener1 also develops commercial fuel cell products and nanotechnology-based materials. For more information, visit Ener1′s web site at www.ener1.com.

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Body Art Gallery 2011

Body Art Gallery 2011
Now a days body art is itself has been become a fashion industry. Body painting may have caught on in the recent times. Temporary body art designs is fast gaining ground over the everlasting varieties. Custom momentary tattoos help people to wear a design that is exclusive and those, which are also not permanent. The painting of  body has become like a canvas which people use to display their attitude or simply their sense of fashion. Unlike tattoos, body art is temporary and painted onto the skin. It can last for a few hours or up to a few weeks.


Body Art Gallery 2011
It is said that women body painting is one of the most ancient art forms. The modern revival of body art painting can be dated back to the 1950′s when artists would cover a model’s body in paint (typically female) and have her roll on a canvas to transfer the paint. The results were intriguing – all the curves of the female/girls body in either monotone or mixed coloring. The Body Art Industry is booming despite the tough economic times.

Body Art Gallery 2011
Thanks to the popularity of television shows like ‘Miami Ink‘ and ‘L.A. Ink’, tattooing and body piercing are soaring in popularity and becoming mainstream practices for people of all ages. Body spray paint is used in an airbrush which is a small tool that uses gas under pressure to induce motion. It can spray different media including paint, ink, dye, and even makeup. Using an airbrush to create temporary body art can provide you with some very good results as paint, when sprayed, gives a very smooth appearance. It is also less prone to chipping off. In this article we tell you how you can make your own body art spray paint and also how you can use the airbrush to paint a body.

Body Art Gallery 2011
For airbrush body painting, you should have an airbrush (spraying device) and the paint of your choice. Airbrush tattoo kits are available that consist of stencils, sprayer and ink. There are several airbrush types, which are designed for creating various effects. For example, an airbrush with the single action mechanism is configured to spray paint and air at the same time, while in a double action mechanism, the flow of air and paint can be monitored according to the user’s requirements. Speaking about the airbrush body paints, the viscosity and the safety of the additives should be considered while purchasing them. Let’s discuss in brief about airbrush body paint.

Body Art Gallery 2011
At the end Full  Body painting is a growing trend these days and is becoming one of the most popular types of exotic body art. While other types of body art gallery like tattoos are meant to last a lifetime, body painting is a temporary art form, which usually lasts just for a few hours. If henna is used, it can last for a couple of weeks.

Eagle Tattoo Chest on Girl

Eagle Tattoo Chest on Girl
 
Those who have served in the US military earlier also have these Tattoos made on their body. Secondly, qualities Like strength, freedom, courage, free spirit, etc. are also attributed to the Eagle. The Eagle is the most powerful one among all the birds and hence the qualities of  Power and Strength are associated with it.

Eagle Tattoo Chest on Girl
 

Flying Eagle Tattoos

Flying Eagle Tattoos

The Eagle is a Powerful shamanic symbol, revered for its sharp sight, allowing her to see the general picture from abobe, and the single details as well.
But above all, the Eagle symbolizes freedom and power, being the dominatrix of the skies.
The Tattoo of a flying Eagle was requested by  Davide.

Flying Eagle Tattoos





Eagle Tattoos

Eagle Tattoo  
Animal and Bird pictures are one of the most popular Tattoo Designs among men and women these days. This is because there are several meanings and symbolism associated with animal and bird tattoo which correspond to the human personality traits.
Similar is the case with Eagle Tattoos. These are done by people because of the attributes associated with it. Here we will see more on Eagle Tattoo Meanings and Eagle Tattoo Art .


Eagle Tattoos 
As we all know that the eagle, or more aptly, the bald eagle is the national bird of the United States of America, and it is also associated with the US military. Hence, these tattoos are more popular in the US. American eagle tattoos with the flag of the US or drawn in these colors symbolize patriotism.

Eagle Tattoos
Those who have served in the US military earlier also have these tattoos made on their body. Secondly, qualities like strength, freedom, courage, free spirit, etc. are also attributed to the eagle. The eagle is the most powerful one among all the birds and hence the qualities of power and strength are associated with it.

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Modern Body Art Tattoos

Modern Body Art Tattoos may have become a popular fashion statement in the recent times, but its origin has been traced to many ancient times and has been very popular in different regions of the world among various cultures and tribes.


It has been seen that every culture and race in the world has something unique about it that gives it a unique identity. Body Art Tattoos has been one such form which has been exclusive to that particular tribe or race of people.
Men and women both sported such Body Art Tattoos and the designs and patterns created were usually symbolic of their gods or other divine forms that they used to worship and follow. Some Body Art Tattoos were also believed to have marked battles or ancestral relationships with their gods or forefathers and sometimes of reincarnation.Women would get Body Art Tattoos, often after their marriage to mark their dedication to their husband and children. Thus a persons Body Art Tattoos used to tell a lot about the person.

Skull Tattoo Designs

Skull Tattoo Designs
Skulls can also be a reminder of death and bad behavior. In history, it is a symbol of victory over the enemy and a warning to the people defeated in battle. Skull Tattoo Designs are an obvious declaration of triumph.


Skulls can be drawn in various ways. Every person that chooses to have a skull tattooed on their body has a reason and meaning. They are also popular to girls who want a tattoo because not all skulls have to be demonic and masculine. It can also be in a more feminine design but many women even prefer the more demonic skull.


I like to dip my French fries in my chocolate shake at fast food joints. I also put hot sauce on everything from pizza to macaroni and cheese. What does this have to do with tattoos, you ask? Because, what one person finds appealing, another may not. Personally, I do not find skulls tattoos up to my tastes. Nevertheless, there are so many varieties of skull tattoos, and the designs, that apparently, some people DO like them! I have come across skulls etchings with strange-looking googly, cartoon eyes, as well as skulls with nothing but emptiness in the sockets. Some have been surrounded by vines and thorns (with banners of written words under the skull). Most seem to be surrounded by flames, as if the skull popped out of the blaze. (Think of Nicholas Cage in Ghost Rider!)





Some believe that a skull tattoo depicts negative connotations like a fear of the unknown, or a future full of uncertainty. It has also been suggested that it is an attempt to protect the bearer of a skull tattoo from death. I have my own theory, stemming from an experience with the bearer of a skull tattoo. His belief is closer to a simple statement: “Mess with me or what is mine, and you’re dead!” Okay, so maybe some so-called experts have overlooked an underlying intimidation factor. However, either way, there seems to be hundreds – if not thousands – of tattoo ideas in the books many tattoo shops allow customers to choose out of.

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