Top 11 fastest bikes in the world 2016

Riding a superbike becomes more thrilling and adventurous than cars. You are totally outside, feel like more connected to the surroundings when you are on a bike. At the same time no one ever like slowness while riding bikes. Followings are 10 fastest bikes in the world.

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Ducati 1098S, 169 miles per hour

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Ducati 1098S is one of fastest and most selling bikes in the world. The 1099cc engine with 160 HP power help to acquire the maximum speed of 169 miles per hour, with the highest torque to weight ratio. The massive use of racing components and weight saving technologies also can see within Ducati 1098S. It is the lightest and fastest superbike from the company with much impressive suspension.

Key Features

• 1099 cc liquid cooled L-Twin cylinder engine.
• Marelli electronic fuel injection.
• 160 HP @9750 rpm reaches a maximum speed of 169 miles per hour.
• 6-speed transmission and dry multiple clutch with hydraulic transmission.
• Torque: 123 Nm@8000 rpm.

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BMW K 1200S, 174 miles per hour

A hyper-sports touring bike from BMW. It has an 1157 cc  16 valve 4 cylinder engine, which generate power of 164 HP @ 10250 rpm. The bike provides a maximum speed of 174 miles per hour. It also has revolutionary suspensions and best brakes for stopping bike safely from blazing speed. It also have very good design and look just like cars from the brand.

Key Features

• 1157 cc DOHC, 16 valve 4 cylinder engine.
• 164 HP @ 10250 rpm reaches a maximum speed of 174 miles per hour.
• Torque: 129 Nm@8250 rpm.
• 6-speed manual transmission. reach 0-100 kmph in just 3 seconds.
• Front brakes: 2*320mm disc with 4 piston caliper, Rear brakes: single 265mm disc with two-piston caliper.

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Aprilia RSV 1000R Mille, 175 miles per hour

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The fastest superbike from Aprilia company. It features a 998cc V-twin engine, produce 141.13 hp @ 10000 rpm. It makes 1/4 miles acceleration in just 11 seconds and will acquire the maximum speed of 175 miles per hour. The design and seat of this bike also make it as a perfect sports bike.

Key Features

• Four stroke 60 degree, 998cc V-Twin engine.
• Liquid cooled cooling system.
• 141.13 hp@10000 rpm, maximum speed of 175 miles per hour.
• Multi-plate clutch and 6-speed transmission.

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 MV Agusta F4 1000R, 184 miles per hour

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It is the second series of F4 1000 from Italian manufacturer Agusta, limited edition from the company. It has 1000cc 16 radical valves liquid cooled engine, 174 HP powers help this bike to acquire a maximum speed of 184 miles per hour.
Key Features

• 998cc, 4 cylinder 16 radical valves, DOHC liquid-cooled engine.
• Power:174 HP power, the bike will hit a top speed of 184 miles per hour.
• Torque: 115 Nm @10000 rpm.
• Brembo monobloc radical brakes, 6-speed transmission.
• Front brakes : Dual 320mm disc with 4 piston radical caliper, Rear brakes:Single 220 mm disc with 2 piston radical caliper.

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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R, 186 miles per hour

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It reaches 0 to 100 kmph in just 2.7 seconds and will acquire a maximum speed of 186 miles per hour. ZX-14R features a 1441 cc four valve liquid cooled engine, produce 108 kW power @ 10,500 rpm.  For a decade bikes from Ninja series remained in the first position within the list of fastest bikes in the world.

Key Features

• 1441 cc four valve liquid cooled engine.
• 108 kW power @ 10,500 rpm hit a top speed of 186 miles per hour.
• Maximum torque:162.50 Nm@11000 rpm.
• 0 to 100 kmph in 2.7 seconds.
• 6 speed transmission.

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Yamaha YZF  R1, 186 miles per hour

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Most impressive superbike from Japanese manufacturer Yamaha. The first bike from this popular series came out in 1998. Now 2015 edition Yamaha R1 officially unveiled. New YZF R1 features 998 cc, liquid-cooled, 16-valve DOHC, in-line-four-cylinder, engine. It produces a maximum power of 197 HP @13500 rpm. The top speed of new Yamaha YZF R1 recorded at 186 miles per hour.

Key Features

• 998 cc, liquid-cooled, 16-valve DOHC, in-line-four-cylinder, engine
• 6-speed transmission, top speed 186 miles per hour.
• Maximum power :197 HP @13500 rpm.
• Feature MotoGp inspired electronic package for high performance.
• Standard traction control, quick launcher and advanced ABS system.

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Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird, 190 miles per hour

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Honda CBR1100XX is the fastest sports tourer motorbike from Honda till now. The superbikes from this series manufactured between 1996 and 2007. In 1997, Honda CBR1100XX  held the title of the fastest production motorcycle by defeating the legendary Kawasaki ZX-11. It can hit a top speed of 190 miles per hour with a power of 153 HP 1137 cc engine. The dual counter balancer shaft provide exceptional smoothness for this bike.

Key Features

• 1137cc, four-stroke, inline-4 engine.
• Maximum power: 153 HP.
• Can cross a top speed of 190 miles per hour.
• Torque:119 Nm@7250 rpm.
• Twin balance shaft for exceptional smoothness.

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Kawasaki Ninja H2R, Over 220 miles per hour

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The hypersport Kawasaki Ninja H2R is the fastest superbike in the Ninja series. The 300 H.P supercharged Ninja H2R can hit over 220 miles per hour. This unbelievably powerful machine features 998 cc supercharged DOHC inline-4 engine. Kawasaki also used trellis frame for the first time on Ninja H2R. It provides strength and better control to the bike. Inspired by MotoGp and F1 racers, Kawasaki also included dog-ring transmission which provides fast, smooth shifting.

Key Features

• 998 cc supercharged DOHC inline-4 engine with 300 H.P power.
• Can hit a speed over 220 miles per hour.
• 6-speed dog-ring transmission.
• Highly efficient Kawasaki supercharger to acquire incredible acceleration.  
• World-class KYB racing suspension.
• Two big 330mm semi-floating brakes on front and one 250mm disc on the rear.

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MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K, 227 miles per hour

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Recognized as ‘the most powerful production bike’ by Guinness book of world records. It is a wheel-driven superbike that is powered by a turboshaft engine. This Y2K superbike has been designed to extract the heat energy from the exhaust and convert it as output power. It features Rolls-Royce 250-C18 turboshaft engine that produce a maximum power of 320 HP @ 52000 rpm. The top speed of Y2K superbike has been recorded at 227 miles per hour.

Key Features

• The Y2K turbine suprbike are manufactured on demand.
• Features Rolls-Royce 250-C18 turboshaft engine.
• 2-speed semi-automatic transmission.
• Maximum output power of 320 HP@52000 rpm.
• Hit a top speed of 227 miles per hour.

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Suzuki Hayabusa, 248 miles per hour

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Named after the Japanese name of Peregrine Falcon, the fastest bird in the world which flies at a speed of 203 mph. At a top speed of 248 miles per hour, the Suzuki Hayabusa could even beat the Peregrine falcon. It is the fastest yet superbike from Suzuki. The ultimate Hayabusa superbike features a 1397 cc four-cylinder 16 valves, liquid cooled engine that produce power of 197HP@6750 rpm.

Key Features

• 1340cc, four-stroke, DOHC, 4-cylinder 16 valves engine.
• 6-speed constant mesh transmission.
• Maximum power:197 HP.
• Can hit a top speed of 248 miles per hour.
• Reaches 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds.
• Idle Speed Control System to keep engine stable in different conditions
• Advanced fuel injection system from Suzuki for high combustion efficiency.
• Features dual 320mm Brembo front brakes and 260 mm rear disc brakes with Tokico single piston caliper.

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Dodge Tomahawk, 420 miles per hour

At a top speed of 420 mph, the Dodge Tomahawk is the world’s fastest bike ever produce. This ultimate superbike was unveiled by Dodge in 2003. It is very limited and reportedly only 9 bikes has been sold yet. Dodge Tomahawk features 8.3 liter, V-10 SRT 10 Dodge Viper engine. It can produce a maximum power of 500 HP. Unlike other superbikes, Dodge Tomahawk is a four-wheeled bike – two front wheels and two rear wheels. Surprisingly, Tomahawk bike could cross 0 to 60 mile in just 1.5 seconds.

Key Features

• 8.3 liter, V-10 SRT 10 Dodge Viper engine
• Can produce a maximum power of 500 HP.
• Torque:720 Nm@4200 rpm.
• 2-speed manual transmission
• Top speed recorded at 420 miles per hour, will reach 0 to 60 miles in 1.5 seconds.
• Rear brakes: Dual 508 mm 16 piston discs, Front brakes: single 508 mm 8 piston discs.

Source : http://themysteriousworld.com/top-10-fastest-bikes-in-the-world/

Top 10 Best Smartphone Accessories for Android & iPhone

Today’s flagship smartphones are packed with great features. But no matter how many features have been crammed into your phone, any device can be made better with the right accessories. If you want to take better photos, enjoy longer battery life, or make use of smart features, the following smartphone accessories will definitely appeal to you. Our smartphone accessory guide includes options for both iPhone and Android phone users.
In need of cases or accessories for your favorite smartphone? You can also check out our device-specific guides to the best waterproof iPhone cases, the best Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge cases, Droid Turbo cases, Note 4 cases and accessories, HTC One M8 cases, LG G4 cases, and the best Samsung Galaxy S5 cases.

1. Sony QX30 Attachable Lens Smartphone Camera

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Disappointed with the quality of the camera on your smartphone? Instantly enhance every photo you take with your smartphone by adding this attachable lens to your device. A 30x optical zoom lets you leave the DSLR at home and use only your smartphone to capture long-distance shots. NFC/Wi-Fi lets you make a simple, one-touch connection to many different smartphones. This is a particularly nice accessory to pick up if your smartphone’s native camera struggles in low light settings.
Price: $348

2. Fujifilm Instax Share Smartphone Printer

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Even in our digital age, it’s nice to have a physical photograph to place in an album or a picture frame. This cool accessory from Fujifilm lets you print your favorite digital photos from a smartphone or tablet. The INSTAX Share App works with both iOS and Android. This printer runs on two CR2 lithium batteries, which give you approximately 100 prints before needing to swap out for fresh battery cells. This also makes a great gift for parents or grandparents.
Price: $145.99 (19 percent off MSRP)

3. PureGear PureTek Roll-On Flexible Glass iPhone 6 Screen Protector

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iPhone 6 owners who are in need of a screen protector should check out this cool roll-on protector. PureGear sent us a sample of this screen protector to see how quickly it would install. If you have struggled with lining up a screen protector, and keeping bubbles off the screen, this screen protector application set-up will definitely appeal to you. The tray and roller make this screen protector one of the easiest options to install.
Not an iPhone 6 owner? The company offers a variety of screen protectors for different devices, and made from a variety of materials. Available roll-on screen protectors include styles that fit the Samsung Note 4, Galaxy S6, LG G3, and the HTC One (M9).
Price: $15.95

4. CUFF Carin Smart Shredded Leather Bracelet

(CUFF)

Many women are interested in wearable technology, but turned off by the clunky, rubbery look of many wearables on the market today. This cool bracelet from CUFF provides the wearer with notifications, as well as a level of personal protection. CUFF’s main draw is the ability to send alerts in the event of the wearer’s distress. You decide who you want to alert if you are in trouble, and CUFF sends an alert to your friends and family. In the near future, CUFF will offer live streaming audio of what is happening at the scene during any emergency. This cuff is available in fawn or black.
Price: $99

5. The Outback Pole

(The Outback Pole)

Need to pick up a selfie stick before your next trip? This is a great smartphone selfie stick. It works with a variety of smartphones, and it also works with DLSR cameras, GoPros, and other small camcorders. It’s waterproof, and doesn’t use a Bluetooth shutter, so it won’t require periodic recharging.
Price: $34.99 (13 percent off MSRP)

6. Garageio Smart Garage Controller

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The Garageio syncs with your smartphone, and lets you control and monitor the access to your home’s garage. It can be used without replacing your existing garage door controls. Garageio will alert you if your garage door has been left open, and allow you to close it immediately with a single swipe. You can also remotely open the garage door for a neighbor or babysitter. There are Garagio options for one-door, two-door, and three-door garages.
Price: $219 (for the three-door model)

7. TeckNet Waterproof Power Bank 9000mAh

(TeckNet)

Going on a camping trip? Pack this portable power bank, and you’ll be able to keep your device fully charged. This power pack is waterproof, dustproof, and shockproof. A built-in flashlight and handy compass make this accessory even better for outdoorsy types.
Price: $29.97

8. Pebble Time

(Pebble)

Some of the best features in this Pebble wearable are waterproofing, a lower price tag than similar wearables, and battery life. You can expect about a week’s worth of battery life. It may be built like a smartwatch, but it’s still got plenty of fitness appeal thanks to activity tracking apps from Jawbone, Fitocracy, Runkeeper, and Misfit. This smartwatch will appeal to both iOS and Android fans.
Price: $199.99

9. Olive ONE All-In-One HD Home Music Player

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The new Olive ONE home media player lets you play music from your smartphone, Mac, or PC. The player itself also has a touchscreen interface, for times when you don’t wan to use your phone. The Olive ONE is designed to have high-end audio quality, and has been constructed from fine-grade aluminum and glass materials. The Olive ONE features a cutting-edge 32-bit/384kHz DAC by Burr-Brown and dual High-Definition amplifiers, delivering your music in audiophile quality. Simply connect the ONE to your amplifier, and you can start enjoying all your favorite media.
Price: $699 for the 1TB version

10. Hamaker Bamboo Qi Wireless Charging Pad

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If you own a smartphone with wireless charging capabilities, you should invest in one of these charging mats. This particular model caught our eye because of its elegant bamboo finish and light indicator. If you want to see some other Qi options, check out our post on the best wireless charging pads.
Price: $31.88 (43 percent off MSRP)

Source : http://heavy.com/tech/2015/08/best-smartphone-accessories-android-iphone/

Top 10 Best New Accessories for Android Smartphones

There’s a huge array of Android smartphones out there, and all that variety means that there are tons of cool accessories to choose from. But sometimes, all that variety is just plain overwhelming. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the very best, very newest accessories for your Android smartphone. Whether you’re into music, photography, or just want the latest gadgets, there’s something on this list that will make your phone even more powerful. Read on to see our favorite new accessories for Android devices.

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1. Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband

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While the Fitbit line has come under fire a couple of times for wristband-induced rashes, these problems only affect a small number of users. For the majority of users, a Fitbit is a solid choice. This particular model offers continuous heart rate tracking. In addition, the band tracks calories burned, floors climbed, distance traveled, total active minutes, and steps. There is also a silent alarm feature, which is nice if you need to wake up earlier than your partner. Unlike some older Fitbits, this one provides call notifications and time right on the band.
If you’re still not convinced, check out our guide to Fitbit alternatives to see some other options that might work better for your lifestyle.
Another option? Rent instead of buy. Lumoid has a cool program where you can pick 5 devices from their Wearables Store, and try them out at home for seven days. This gives you a chance to check out a whole bunch of Fitbit competitors at once and find one that works for you.
Price: $149.95

2. SoundPEATS Qy7 Wireless Sports/Running Bluetooth Earbuds

(SoundPEATS)

Looking for the perfect pair of earbuds to use while running or hitting the gym? The SoundPEATS Qy7 earbuds offer an easy-to-read battery meter, up to six hours of play time, and specialized features to minimize Bluetooth skipping and a cleaner audio experience. They’re also sweat-proof, which is great for anyone who wants their device to last. These headphones work with select Android devices, as well as iOS devices.
Price: $35.99

3. SolPro Helios 4500mAh Tri-Fold Solar Charging Power Bank

(SolPro)

This cool new charger from SolPro is great for people who love the great outdoors, but want to keep their devices charged. The Helios is its own case, so you just unfold it and place it in the sun to charge. In direct sun, the charging process takes about 4.5 hours. There are two USB charging ports, so you can charge two devices at once. The 4500mAh battery will be sufficient to charge at least one smartphone, with a bit of charge left over. Your mileage with this charger will depend on what type of Android phone you have.
Price: $144.21 (10 percent off)

4. olloclip 4-In-1 Lens for Samsung Galaxy S5

(olloclip)

Originally designed for the iPhone, olloclip recently became available for select phones in the Samsung Galaxy S family. Four versatile lens options are included in this kit: Fisheye, Wide-Angle, 10x Macro, and a 15x Macro lens. A version for the S4 is also available. If you love taking photos with your phone, this will make your vacation photos and selfies look even better.
The olloclip is relatively inexpensive. However, if you’re looking for a more “professional” grade take on this concept, you might want to check out the Sony QX30. This camera lens attaches to smartphones, and gives you the ability to turn your basic smartphone lens into a 30x optical zoom camera.
Price: $62.95 (10 percent off)

5. WoodPuck Bamboo Edition Qi Wireless Charger Pad

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Qi wireless chargers enable you to power up certain Android devices without a charging cable. There are lots of Qi chargers out there, but this one is notable because of its cool bamboo finish. In addition to working with a wide range of Android smartphones, you can also use this charger to power select wearables, such as the Moto 360.
Price: $29.99 (50 percent off)

6. VicTsing Mini Bluetooth Headset

(VicTsing)

Looking for a small Bluetooth headset? This is one of the smallest ones on the market. It has noise-cancelling features, supports music playback, and also supports multipoint connections. If you use your Android phone for work, this is a handy accessory for taking calls on the go. It’s also great for taking calls hands-free while you are driving. The battery is sufficient for about four hours of talk time.
Price: $16.99 (51 percent off)

7. Omaker M4 Portable Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker with 12 Hour Playtime

(Omaker)

This small, waterproof speaker is ideal for anyone who likes to listen to music in the shower, in the bath, or while chilling by the pool. Recharge takes about three hours, but then you get about 12 hours of playtime (assuming you play the speaker at 80 percent volume). The official rating on this speaker is IP54, which means it is protected against dust (though not completely sealed against dust). It also means this speaker can handle being splashed by water, though it should be not submerged in water.
Price: $34.99 (50 percent off)

8. Wilson Electronics AG Pro 70 Indoor Cellular Signal Booster Kit

(WeBoost/Wilson Electronics)

Wilson Electronics, which recently rebranded as WeBoost, specializes in gadgets that boost your cell signal. If you live or work in an area that has terrible cell coverage, this can be a great accessory to get the most out of your Android device. The Wilson Electronics Pro 70 signal booster was named Wireless Product of the Year at CES 2015, but the company has several other signal boosters that cost less. This signal booster increase both voice and 3G data signals for all major North American cell carriers.
Price: $578.32 (11 percent off)

9. Tile

(Amazon)

Tile is, well, a tile. You can attach Tile to any object you want to keep track of, such as your car keys. From your smartphone, you can use the companion app to see where your Tile is located. The Tile is water-resistant, and has a battery that lasts for one year. If you misplace an item with a Tile attached to it, you can mark it as “Lost” and enable other users around the world to help you find it.
Tile has been around for a while, but it started life as an iOS-only accessory. It was only recently that this accessory started working with select Android devices. According to the Tile site, this accessory will work with the following Android devices: Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M8, HTC One, LG Nexus 4, LG Nexus 5. Any Android device that doesn’t support Bluetooth 4.0 will not work with Tile.
Price: $70 (for a pack of four), or $25 for a single tag

10. iClever IC-F40 In-Car Universal Wireless FM Transmitter with USB Car Charger

(iClever)

This car accessory works with both iPhones and Android phones. This car charger also lets you listen to music on your device. There’s a handy auto-scan function that lets you find an “empty” radio station to use very quickly. Whether you need a way to charge your device on the go, or just a way to play music on your device in an older car, this is a solid choice. Plus, with more states and cities cracking down on using cell phones while driving, this accessory gives you a way to take calls, hands-free.
Price: $29.99 (50 percent off)

10 Interesting Facts about Earthquake Most People Don’t Know

Spring-pendulum seismometers were used before electronics were able to measure the size of earthquakes. A medium-sized spring-pendulum seismometer, about three stories tall, is located in Mexico City, Mexico and is still in use. But history of earthquakes is older; exists since from the beginning of mankind. Almost every year we hear together how this planet moves, shaking up, shifting and killed thousand of lives on top of it. An earthquake is unpredictable. It comes often with no warning. Some earthquake collaborate with Tsunami and that makes his killing score rise up to hundreds of thousands lives. There are approximately a half million detectable earthquakes each year. Of the 500,000 earthquakes, only about 100,000 can be felt. But, only about 100 of them can cause damage. In order to become more familiar with this deadly act of nature I have put together a list of interesting facts many people wouldn’t know about.

10. Mechanism of an Earthquake

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Tectonic earthquakes occur anywhere in the earth where there is sufficient stored elastic strain energy to drive fracture propagation along a fault plane. In the case of transform or convergent type plate boundaries, which form the largest fault surfaces on earth, they move past each other smoothly and aseismically only if there are no irregularities along the boundary that increase the frictional resistance. Most boundaries do have such asperities and this leads to a form of stick-slip behaviour. Once the boundary has locked, continued relative motion between the plates leads to increasing stress and therefore, stored strain energy in the volume around the fault surface. This continues until the stress has risen sufficiently to break through the irregularity, suddenly allowing sliding over the locked portion of the fault, releasing the stored energy. This energy is released as a combination of radiated elastic strain seismic waves, frictional heating of the fault surface, and cracking of the rock, thus causing an earthquake. This process of gradual build-up of strain and stress punctuated by occasional sudden earthquake failure is referred to as the Elastic-rebound theory . Earthquakes in volcanic regions are caused there, both by tectonic faults and the movement of magma in volcanoes.

9. What we feel is just 10% of what’s going inside

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It is estimated that only 10 percent or less of an earthquake’s total energy is radiated as seismic energy. Most of the earthquake’s energy is used to power the earthquake fracture growth or is converted into heat generated by friction. Therefore, earthquakes lower the Earth’s available elastic potential energy and raise its temperature, though these changes are negligible compared to the conductive and convective flow of heat out from the Earth’s deep interior.

8. Induced seismicity

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While most earthquakes are caused by movement of the Earth’s tectonic plates, human activity can also produce earthquakes. Four main activities contribute to this phenomenon: constructing large dams and buildings, drilling and injecting liquid into wells, and by coal mining and oil drilling. Perhaps the best known example is the 2008 Sichuan earthquake in China’s Sichuan Province in May; this tremor resulted in 69,227 fatalities and is the 19th deadliest earthquake of all time. The Zipingpu Dam is believed to have fluctuated the pressure of the fault 503 meters away; this pressure probably increased the power of the earthquake and accelerated the rate of movement for the fault. The greatest earthquake in Australia’s history is also claimed to be induced by humanity, through coal mining. The city of Newcastle was built over a large sector of coal mining areas. The earthquake has been reported to be spawned from a fault that reactivated due to the millions of tonnes of rock removed in the mining process.

7. Fault Lines

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In geology, a fault is a planar fracture or discontinuity in a volume of rock, across which there has been significant displacement. Large faults within the Earth’s crust result from the action of tectonic forces. Energy release associated with rapid movement on active faults is the cause of most earthquakes. A fault line is the surface trace of a fault, the line of intersection between the fault plane and the Earth’s surface. Geologists can categorize faults into three groups based on the sense of slip: (the picture explains more than enough)
a fault where the relative movement (or slip) on the fault plane is approximately vertical is known as a dip-slip fault
where the slip is approximately horizontal, the fault is known as a transcurrent or strike-slip fault
an oblique-slip fault has non-zero components of both strike and dip slip.

6. Common Wrong Perceptions about Quakes

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There is a common myth (particularly in New Zealand where earthquakes are common) that if you have a lot of small earthquakes, it helps to alleviate the pressures building up that can cause a big one. But this is not true. Seismologists have observed that for every magnitude 6 earthquake there are 10 of magnitude 5, 100 of magnitude 4, 1,000 of magnitude 3, and so forth as the events get smaller and smaller. This sounds like a lot of small earthquakes, but there are never enough small ones to eliminate the occasional large event. It would take 32 magnitude 5′s, 1000 magnitude 4′s, 32,000 magnitude 3′s to equal the energy of one magnitude 6 event. So, even though we always record many more small events than large ones, there are never enough to eliminate the need for the occasional large earthquake.
There is also a perception that “lubricating” faults with water or some other substance will reduce the quakes or the intensity, well injecting high pressure fluids deep into the ground is known to be able to trigger earthquakes to occur sooner than would have been the case without the injection. However this would be a dangerous pursuit in any populated area, as one might trigger a damaging earthquake. And by the way, there is no such thing as earthquake weather . They seem to occur the same number of times in all different types of weather. It is impossible for the weather to affect the forces beneath the earth’s surface.

5. Aftershocks

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An aftershock is an earthquake that occurs after a previous earthquake, the mainshock. An aftershock is in the same region of the main shock but always of a smaller magnitude. If an aftershock is larger than the main shock, the aftershock is redesignated as the main shock and the original main shock is redesignated as a foreshock . Aftershocks are formed as the crust around the displaced fault plane adjusts to the effects of the main shock. Most aftershocks are located over the full area of fault rupture and either occur along the fault plane itself or along other faults within the volume affected by the strain associated with the main shock. Typically, aftershocks are found up to a distance equal to the rupture length away from the fault plane. The pattern of aftershocks helps confirm the size of area that slipped during the main shock. Aftershocks are dangerous because they are usually unpredictable, can be of a large magnitude, and can collapse buildings that are damaged from the main shock. Bigger earthquakes have more and larger aftershocks and the sequences can last for years or even longer especially when a large event occurs in a seismically quiet area.

4. Earthquake Swarms

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Earthquake swarms are sequences of earthquakes striking in a specific area within a short period of time. They are differentiated from earthquakes succeeded by a series of aftershocks by the observation that no single earthquake in the sequence is obviously the main shock. Earthquake swarms are one of the events typically preceding eruptions of volcanoes. An example of an earthquake swarm is the 2004 activity at Yellowstone National Park.

3. Earthquake Storms

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An earthquake storm is a recently proposed theory about earthquakes, where one triggers a series of other large earthquakes—along the same plate boundary—as the stress transfers along the fault system. This is similar to the idea of aftershocks, with the exception that they take place years apart. These series of earthquakes can devastate entire countries or geographical regions. Possible events may have occurred during the end of the Bronze Age, and the latter part of the Roman Empire. It has been suggested that this is what may be occurring in modern day Turkey.

2. Earthquake in Mythology and Religion

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In Norse mythology , earthquakes were explained as the violent struggling of the god Loki. When Loki, god of mischief and strife, murdered Baldr, god of beauty and light, he was punished by being bound in a cave with a poisonous serpent placed above his head dripping venom. Loki’s wife Sigyn stood by him with a bowl to catch the poison, but whenever she had to empty the bowl the poison dripped on Loki’s face, forcing him to jerk his head away and thrash against his bonds, which caused the earth to tremble. In Greek mythology , Poseidon was the cause and god of earthquakes. When he was in a bad mood, he struck the ground with a trident, causing earthquakes and other calamities. He also used earthquakes to punish and inflict fear upon people as revenge. In Japanese mythology , Namazu is a giant catfish who causes earthquakes. Namazu lives in the mud beneath the earth, and is guarded by the god Kashima who restrains the fish with a stone. When Kashima lets his guard fall, Namazu thrashes about, causing violent earthquakes.
Thales of Miletus , who lived from 625-547 (BCE) was the only documented person who believed that earthquakes were caused by tension between the earth and water.

1. Animals can predict Quakes!

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In April 2009, British researchers were studying the common toad at a breeding site in central Italy when they “observed a mass exodus of toads,” Jill Lawless reports for the Associated Press. Just five days later, a 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit, killing some 150 people and causing extensive damage to the town of L’Aquila. Rachel Grant, a researcher at Open University and lead author of one of the first studies to document animal behavior surrounding earthquakes, believes “that toads are able to detect pre-seismic cues such as the release of gases and charged particles, and use these as a form of earthquake early warning system.” According to the study, “Predicting the unpredictable; evidence of pre-seismic anticipatory behaviour in the common toad,” the toad population at the breeding site dropped to zero three days prior to the quake. “A day after the earthquake, they all started coming back,” Grant told the AP. “The numbers were still lower than normal and remained low until after the last aftershock.” The belief that animals can predict earthquakes has been around for centuries,” Maryann Mott wrote for National Geographic News in 2003. In 373 B.C., historians wrote that rats, weasels and snakes made a mass exodus from the Greek city of Helice days before an earthquake destroyed the city. Other examples exist from throughout the centuries. Reports include bees leaving their hive, catfish moving violently and chickens refusing to lay eggs. Pet owners also have examples of their cats and dogs behaving strangely before a quake. To date, seismologists can’t predict when or where the next earthquake will hit, and scientists don’t know what, if anything, animals sense before a quake. Some, like Grant, think they can detect changes in the Earth’s gases. Others wonder if animals’ more sensitive hearing and other senses allow them to feel vibrations that humans can’t, or detect electrical changes. Whatsoever the exact mechanism but the fact is that they feel it and flee.

10 Sites to Track Viral Web Trends

So you want to know what the latest viral trend on the web is and where it’s happening? And you want it quickly, right? Well, look no further. We’ve got the top ten best websitesand social networks to follow that pick up on the latest trends on the web.
Whether it’s a new Internet meme, celebrity gossip, breaking news or a video that got a million views overnight, you can probably get the juiciest and most up to date information on it by checking out the following sites.

1. BuzzFeed

BuzzFeed has experienced incredible growth over the past little while. As of April 2012, it’s ranked as the third most influential blog of all time on Technorati. The site is actually a viral news aggregator that uses technology to detect viral content around the web and then presents the best and most interesting content in list or blog post form. BuzzFeed features some of the most shared articles the web has ever seen. More »

2. Twitter

For real-time news, Twitter is a priceless web resource. Even if you don’t follow any users that tweet viral content, you can take a look at the Trending Topics (TTs) that are displayed on the right side of your stream, which display keywords that are currently being tweeted the most. AfterRebecca Black’s “Friday” music videowent viral in 2011, her name was a Trending Topic on Twitter for over a week.More »

3. What The Trend

To take it a step further, you can use WhatTheTrend.com to find out what and why things are trending on Twitter. This site that acts as a leaderboard for Twitter trends is known as “The front page of the real-time web™.” Real people from around the web contribute to the trending topics and provide explanations as to why they’re trending. More »

4. The Viral Video Chart

If videos are more your thing, then theViral Video Chart is where you need to go to look at the most up to date top charts for trending videos. This websites ranks videos according to statistics of how much they’re shared on places like Facebook and Twitter. It’s a great resource to use if you don’t want to spend all your time shuffling through videos on the front page of YouTube to find the best ones. More »

5. Reddit

Many things that go viral can actually be traced back to initially being shared onReddit. The most popular content gets pushed up to the front page of categories by users that upvote them. A lot of Internet memes originate from Reddit before spreading like wildfire across the web. If you want to be one of the first to get in on the latest thing to go viral before it actually does, Reddit is the community you need to join. More »

6. The Huffington Post

Of course, as the number one news blogon the web, the Huffington Post is always right on top of quickly pushing out the latest news and trends in any topic imaginable. If you’re a fan of reading articles and want to follow several topics, the Huffington Post is a news resource that’s pretty difficult to ignore because of its massive web presence. More »

7. What’s Trending

This is a fun little blog inspired by a web show hosted by Shira Lazar. Check out what’s trending now, stuff that’s trending in real-time, predictions for content that’s on the rise and everything else that’s currently hot on the web. The blog is updated several times a day and Shira’s live show airs on Wednesdays at 10am EST. More »

8. Mashable

If it’s mostly just tech, web culture andsocial media stuff you’re interested, Mashable does a pretty good job at putting out some interesting articles within a relatively timely manner of time. After the Huffington Post and before BuzzFeed, Mashable is the second most influential blog of all time on Technorati. More »

9. TMZ

Maybe it’s just celeb and Hollywoodgossip you’re interested in. For that, TMZ.com is the go-to resource for the fastest, juiciest news. They’ve got everything to keep you entertained for hours, including reporting stories, photos and videos. Need to get the latest on a hot celebrity? TMZ is probably where you should start looking first. More »

10. NewsWhip

Now this is a pretty cool site if you're really into news stories. NewsWhip brings you everything that's trending, right here and right now from major news mediums across web. Similar to BuzzFeed, NewsWhip tracks stories that are spreading fast on social media sites from over 5,000 English-speaking news sites. A great site to use if you want news from all over the web. More »