Urban design after the age of oil is a symposium discussing the future of cities. We asked Charles waldheim of the University of Toronto for his opinions about the issue of automobiles
Eve Blossom has one of the most sophisticated views of sustainability that we have seen; it is not just about being "green" or having a low carbon footprint, sustainability includes economic, cultural, environmental, and social factors. It must also demonstrate high levels of craftsmanship and use natural materials and processes.
Driving it was interesting, I have rarely driven an SUV so I was more preoccupied by the feel of the car than the characteristics of the engine. However I asked if I could put the pedal to the metal and was impressed by the push back into the seat and watching the Kilowatt gauge go through the roof as I burned through the hydrogen.
giant fast ekranoplan, or ground effect craft, developed by the Russians in the 50's
"The Caspian Sea Monster is probably the most famous Ekranoplan. It is also the biggest and fastest ever. In this movie, a very interesting take-off sequence where one can see the PAR system (thrust + flaps) and the high pitch used for getting out of the water."
