Beverly Hills-Based Designer Robert Radi Receives Nomination for the National Design Award by the Smithsonian-Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum of New York
In an official letter hand signed by the Miss Buff Kavelman, Director of the National Design Award, Robert Radi was informed he has been nominated for a Product Design Award of the Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt's National Design Awards Program.The Nominations are issued on the recommendation of a distinguished nominating committee of more than 800 leading American architects, designers, educators, journalists, authors, filmmakers, and other professionals representing all 50 states. The National Design Awards are bestowed for a body of work, not for any one specific project by a much selected jury of highly respected creative professionals. Nominees must be citizens or long-term residents of the United States.There are seven National Design Awards to be bestowed at a gala award ceremony in New York on October 19, 2004 including Lifetime and Corporate Achievement Awards and Awards in Architecture, Communication, Environment, Fashion and Product Design for which Robert Radi has been Nominated.As Miss Kavelman explains in her letter, the National Design Awards are the only awards of their kind in the nation as they celebrate design excellence and innovation, and also serve as a critical gauge of the impact of design on the quality of American life. The Awards bring national recognition to design by educating the public and promoting innovation and competitiveness. Their unique contribution to America's cultural life was recognized by their designations as an official White House Millennium Council program in 2000.
Both First Ladies Hillary Clinton and Laura Bush have hosted White House ceremonies celebrating the Award program.
This nomination came as quite a surprise to Robert Radi, that at age 32 he is well on his way in making a name for himself in product styling and design as a third generation designer and part time faculty at Otis College for the past 7 years. As principal of Radi Design, Inc., the studio he started in 1993 and member of ADI the prestigious Industrial Design Association headquartered in Milan, Italy, he served a selected clientele spanning from consumer products to household, consumer electronics, eyewear, automotive aftermarket, sporting goods, office products, personal care and other fine industries. Robert Radi expresses his upmost and sincere gratitude for having been included as a nominee for this very prestigious award, and regardless of its final outcome, Robert Radi feels that this unexpected recognition gives him an additional reason to stay the course in expressing excellence though his unique approach to product styling and design..
Bridgestone Tires - Taking A Drive
After a chance meeting between Henry Ford and Harvey Firestone in the late 1800?s the two collaborated on Ford's first automobile.
It was the man that ultimately was the impetus for Bridgestone Tires that helped Mr. Ford resolve his problem of supporting such a large weight and also to give the ride a smoother touch.
From the hand that the Bridgestone Tire creator played in a historic moment in the history of the United States, through countless other innovations, Bridgestone has been there.
With something that the average person gives very little attention to unless a problem arises, it's interesting to consider what aspects must be focused on to make a good, reliable tire.
Bridgestone has given considerable attention in the area of wet handling and traction, tire punctures, tire wear, ride comfort, noise reduction, among countless other areas that are indeed essential, if we drivers and riders are to continue to "forget" about the things that our autos...
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4x4 Truck Tires - For The Big Boys
What do you want to see?
A blur of forest and land slide by as you spin in all directions with mud surrounding your truck as if you've become engulfed in a tornado that's comprised strictly of earth and water, is certainly a compelling option.
And, that's right, it can be an option.
But, there's something else that perhaps, unfortunately, cannot be ignored.
Sometimes you need to get to work.
And unless your office is conveniently located well off the highway, by way of some little known and covered path, well then you may need to consider the handling and driving of your vehicle under multiple conditions.
Its not always glamorous, but the fact is your 4x4 tires are probably going to ride upon reasonably dry, smooth surfaces.
But, that's not to say that you can't be ready for anything.
More practical purposes for having a 4x4, and the 4x4 tires that go with it, are things such as slippery conditions due to snow...
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How tires are manufactured?
The first stage of tire making is collecting raw materials and formulating rubber compounds. The raw materials used are rubber, oils, pigments, antioxidants, carbon black or silica, accelerators and other additives. These are then mixed together in a huge blender, which is called Banburys. After the mixing process is completed a gum like material forms. This material is then cut into strips.
These strips will make the sidewalls and other portions of the tire.
The main body of the tire is manufactured using fabricated rubber. Polyester, nylon and rayon are the fabrics used. The fabrics are changed depending on the type of the tire.
But mostly Polyester is used.
Another ring like component is used to make a tire. This is called tire bead. Steel wires of high tensile are used to make this tire bead.
Radial tires are made in a cylindrical tire-building machine. The machine almost gives the final shape of the tire.
After the making...
How tires are manufactured?
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How tires are manufactured?
The first stage of tire making is collecting raw materials and formulating rubber compounds. The raw materials used are rubber, oils, pigments, antioxidants, carbon black or silica, accelerators and other additives. These are then mixed together in a huge blender, which is called Banburys. After the mixing process is completed a gum like material forms. This material is then cut into strips.
These strips will make the sidewalls and other portions of the tire.
The main body of the tire is manufactured using fabricated rubber. Polyester, nylon and rayon are the fabrics used. The fabrics are changed depending on the type of the tire.
But mostly Polyester is used.
Another ring like component is used to make a tire. This is called tire bead. Steel wires of high tensile are used to make this tire bead.
Radial tires are made in a cylindrical tire-building machine. The machine almost gives the final shape of the tire.
After the making...
How tires are manufactured?
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Did You Mount Your Cold Weather Tires Yet?
(NC)?Every year there is this dilemma: should you mount winter tires or should you stay with your all season tires? We always question is it going to snow a lot or is it just going to be cold and will our all- season tires be good enough. Well here is some news for you, winter tires are not only designed to work better in snow, slush and ice but also when it simply gets cold.Bruce Bridgman, National Marketing Manager Toyo Tire Canada Inc. says that among other things the tire's tread rubber needs to remain flexible to do the job it was designed to do. "Good winter tires are designed to handle every aspect of winter driving."In a study done by the Quebec Ministry of Transport comparing all season vs winter tires, results showed that you can get up to 25 percent better breaking and 38 percent better collision avoidance by using a proper winter tire. The ministry summary concluded: "Winter tires perform better than the All Season tires, particularly in very cold temperatures.
Furthermore,...
Did You Mount Your Cold Weather Tires Yet?
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Winter Tire Myths Revealed
(NC) ?True or false ? your vehicle is only as good as the tires it sits on? While you may have your own opinion on this, Michelin believes that tires are an essential part of your vehicle's safety, handling and performance.Tire manufacturers like Michelin, as well as associations like Transport Canada and the Rubber Association of Canada, are working to increase awareness of the importance of tires as well as dispelling some common tire myths."The biggest tire myth is that they are a low-tech commodity," explains Tony Mougios, Michelin Brand Manager in Canada. "The reality is that advancements in tire technology have improved the quality and performance of today's tires. Few people seem to realize the additional safety obtained from installing four winter tires on their vehicles."The following is a basic example of a common winter tire myth.Myth: All-season tires are so good that winter tires are never needed.Reality: In some parts of the world, where temperatures and snowfalls are moderate,...
Winter Tire Myths Revealed
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Choosing the right Tires for your Motorcycles
All the parts of the motorcycle are essential and the tires are one of them. Basically, it is the most contributing factor that makes the motorcycles move. So if it is important, then tires should be given much attention too. There are different types of wheels for different types of motorcycles. It has different sizes and surfaces too.
Some tires have spikes which are used for dirt bike races and other kinds of races. Some tires are smooth which are used in highways and concrete roads.Tires have to be maintained and checked once in a while because its durability depends on how much you use it. New tires are treated differently because it's just like you being given a different task of work to do. You don't get used to it easily so you need to adjust. Tires are like those too.
They have to keep up or warmed in order to function well. New tires have to be used all over again several times. It's important to keep your tires a little wasted to prevent it from sliding.Temperature...
Choosing the right Tires for your Motorcycles
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