The researchers have achieved a significant technological breakthrough by designing the world’s first CPU using artificial intelligence (AI). Their work is outlined in a paper titled “Pushing the Limits of Machine Design: Automated CPU Design with AI.” Instead of manually coding the CPU, the researchers trained their AI model by providing input and output examples, along with a Boolean function to establish a frame of reference. To simplify the process, they used a Binary Speculation Diagram, which effectively instructed the computer on what to do and how to do it.
Designing CPUs is an intricate task that requires careful attention to detail, involving a multitude of sophisticated components. However, machines have proven to be much faster and more efficient than humans in many tasks, and this project reaffirms that fact once again.
The resulting CPU, called RISC-V, would typically take a skilled human team approximately 5,000 hours to produce. In contrast, the AI-designed CPU was created in just five hours. This groundbreaking achievement demonstrates the immense potential of AI in pushing the boundaries of technological innovation.
The Porsche 911 Turbo is widely regarded as the ultimate modern sports car, offering both track-worthy performance and everyday comfort. It’s a versatile machine that can even be transformed into an overlanding camper, as demonstrated by Porsche’s CEO Oliver Blume who camped in a rooftop tent during the Le Mans endurance race. However, when it comes to pushing the limits, Stuttgart’s coupe can be transformed into a true monster with the right upgrades.
Brabus is renowned for its expertise in performance modifications, and although they don’t often choose Porsche as their tuning subject, the results are always exceptional when they do. This holds true for their latest creation, the Brabus 900 Rocket R, which is based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S.
Porsche France has released a teaser for what could be a new variant or special edition of the 911. The mystery vehicle will make its debut on June 29, coinciding with the Le Mans Classic event. In the background of the teaser is the Porsche 356 SL, which was the winner in the 1,100 cc class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1951.
The team at Motor1.com reached out to Porsche for more information about this vehicle, but the US team didn’t have any additional details.
We have enhanced the image to get a clearer view of this 911. Based on what we can see, it appears to be a standard model. There is a “911” badge below the “Porsche” wordmark. The lower bumper is partially visible and seems to be the same as the current Carrera model. The paint color appears to be a very dark shade of gray or black.
Based on what we can see, it doesn’t seem like the vehicle in this teaser is the upcoming 911 ST. Spy shots (shown below) reveal that it has a completely different rear bumper design compared to the vehicle Porsche plans to reveal on June 29.
Porsche has a rich history at Le Mans, with 19 overall wins and 108 class victories, making it the most successful marque at the race. However, in the 2023 edition of the 24-hour race, the company faced challenges, with its highest-placed car finishing ninth in the Hypercar class.
Although the MQ-9 Reaper has a sleek design, it is not an aircraft that anyone would want to underestimate. Equipped with a range of air-to-ground missiles including the Hellfire and GBU-12 Paveway II, the Reaper can deploy these munitions with incredible precision using laser guidance. Once it locks onto a target, there is very little chance of missing.
The Reaper is remotely piloted and has the capability to carry out long-range missions due to its external fuel tank capacity of 1,300 pounds. The aircraft is operated by a crew based in the United States, who maintain complete control over the craft while it carries out its mission. With the ability to be piloted remotely, the Reaper provides increased efficiency without the need to send additional pilots into combat.
The MQ-9 Reaper is not only sleek and stealthy, but also technologically advanced and highly accurate in terms of firepower. Its ability to remain undetected until it’s too late makes it an especially dangerous aircraft to encounter in battle.
A Volkswagen car model was seen recently during testing in the Austrian Alps, sparking curiosity among car enthusiasts. Whether it’s the Jetta for the United States or the Sagitar for China is unknown. What’s evident is that the vehicle is undergoing brake testing, as indicated by the “Bremsprobe” label on the rear.
The car has some features in common with the current Jetta and Sagitar. It has pointed elements on the inner part of the headlights and a trapezoidal lower fascia with shiny metallic components in the mesh. Managed air curtains also occupy the outer edges.
The chopper is the ultimate biker’s bike. It’s a lean, aggressive, throttle-hungry machine. The very visual of a chopper is synonymous with motorcycle culture itself. They are especially the centerpieces of hit TV shows like Orange County Choppers and West Coast Choppers, because they symbolize the sheer badassery of how it feels to ride one of these babies down the highway and to a big rally like Sturgis. But if choppers have played such an important role in the popularity of motorcycle culture, why don’t we see them as much anymore? Back in the 1960s and 1970s, they were the object of every rider’s desire. In those days, choppers were actual Frankenstein monsters that put great emphasis on craftsmanship, creativity, and style.
The original Harley-Davidson chopper was heavily modified by riders from its original stock production through the removal of its bulky fenders and replacing them with lighter, slimmer accessories. The bike’s steering angle, fuel tanks, frame geometry, and forks would be targets of change. But probably the most obvious feature on a chopper would be the lengthened rake, extending the front wheel far past its stock settings. Sure, it definitely made handling the bike much more difficult. But the main point was that it looked cool. From there, functionality was an afterthought. If anything, the point of building a chopper was to push it to the absolute extremes. However, the hype and fan fare surrounding the chopper fizzled out, and other motorcycles took its place at center stage. But does that mean that this aggressive-looking cruiser is gone for good? Not quite.
Still shot of a Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper
While there was a big chopper boom in the 60s and 70s, the scene did seem to burn itself out after a while. Literally and figuratively. Over time, many choppers would either be wrecked or stripped for parts by builders working with a tight budget. Tastes in motorcycles had also changed, as more effective disc brakes and swingarm frames served to be more realistic and comfortable to bikers that were getting up there in age. When American builders put their first chopper together, they were in their 20s and 30s. But by the time they reached their 40s and 50s, choppers were no longer their primary choice of bike. However, Europe was operating on a different time.
Chopper culture eventually made its way over to Europe, and in Sweden in particular where many motorcycle enthusiasts fell in love with the low-profile motorcycle with long forks that screamed “all-American.” However, due to Sweden not having much access to US Army flatheads to swipe the forks off of, many builders resorted to using the long fork tubes found on hydraulic forks to serve as the extra-long rake to their makeshift choppers. By the 90s and 2000s, Swedish chopper style made its way back to America were the next-generation of builders were inspired to create a more modern “Pro Street” chopper that many hungry buyers were willing to pay up big time for these wild-looking motorcycles. If you think about it, choppers were a lot more like rock music. There was a time when it was absolutely huge, but then tastes changed and other genres took center-stage. However, it spent its time out of the spotlight evolving and refining its craft to become something even more spectacular.
Can Modern Choppers Carry The Torch?
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The official 2023 Harley-Davidson Breakout
In an age when many motorcycle brands look to the past in order to pave the way to the future, factory-made choppers are a considerably hot ticket item. With models like the Harley-Davidson Breakout and the Honda Fury, these are the bikes that take the eye-catching flashiness that choppers are known for, and merge them with modern-day riding technology, comfort, and performance upgrades. That means bigger engines, better handling, greater fuel capacity, better suspension, and a much smoother ride than its predecessors. While the chopper style isn’t as popular as it once was, it is definitely the right style for the right person. With that being said, this also means that this niche market for new Breakouts and Furys are extremely competitive. With the entire automotive industry plagued by high-demand and low-supply of new inventory, putting a deposit down for a new bike is the only way to guarantee it in your driveway.
But what about modern-day custom choppers? Major brands like Harley and Honda producing their own versions of the chopper is fine and dandy, but what about shops that carry on the tradition of craftsmanship and creativity that the motorcycle was known for? There are many shops throughout the U.S. that carry on the tradition of building choppers, and they can fetch quite a high price tag. For most enthusiasts, a custom chopper is just a really cool toy to have. A novelty item if you will. It can be that one bike you’ll bust out on special occasions, when the weather’s perfect, when you’re on your way to a big rally, or something to help promote your business. They turn heads and grab everyone’s attention, so this could be one of the reasons why this style of motorcycle continues to live on. While both custom and factory-made choppers still exist, they probably won’t be able to reach the same peak of popularity they once had. Mainly due to the fact that there are so many other options out on the market today.
Should I Get A Chopper?
If a chopper is the kind of motorcycle that you just can’t seem to get out of your head, you should ask yourself if this is the kind of bike you could see yourself riding? Given that most choppers come with a big learning curve, these would not be recommended for a new rider. That giant rear tire, plus that skinny front tire and long rake equals some very tricky turns that many intermediate-level riders would have a rough time learning. If there’s one thing that these kinds of bikes do well, it’s running in a straight line on the highway. If you’re the kind of rider that likes to do lots of hairpin turns and ride on the Tail of the Dragon, this is 100% not the bike for you. But if you are more of the laid-back cruising-type of rider that likes to take it easy, then you may find yourself enjoying a chopper more often. While choppers are traditionally low-profile, elongated, and are more built for looking flashy, these days there are loads of riding technology, suspension systems, and seating options that make these bikes much more comfortable in the long-run.
Basically, a chopper is not the kind of bike for a wallflower. If you are not a fan of being the center of attention and would very much prefer to blend in with the rest of the crowd, then a chopper wouldn’t be your style. Choppers are made to grab everyone’s attention and to take selfies in front of. Usually at any motorcycle rally, touring bikes reign supreme, followed by sportsters and high-performance cruisers. But if you show up riding a chopper, the last thing you are going to do is blend in. Everyone is going to want to stop by and appreciate your bike for its uniqueness. So you better be prepared to answer lots of questions from some very excited enthusiasts!
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