Chapter 4B: The Rise of Automobiles: Freedom on Four Wheels

The internal combustion engine, fueled by oil, ushered in the era of the automobile. These self-propelled vehicles offered unprecedented freedom and mobility. Imagine the shift from horse-drawn carriages to automobiles – a new level of personal transportation that revolutionized not just travel but also leisure activities and industry logistics. Assembly lines, pioneered by Henry Ford, further revolutionized car production, making automobiles more affordable and accessible … Continue reading Chapter 4B: The Rise of Automobiles: Freedom on Four Wheels

Chapter 4A: From Black to Gold: The Shift from Coal to Hydrocarbons and the Dawn of a New Age

For centuries, coal fire reigned supreme, fueling the Industrial Revolution and propelling human progress. However, the 20th century witnessed a significant shift in the energy landscape – the rise of hydrocarbons, specifically oil and natural gas. This transition, from the “black gold” of coal to the “liquid gold” of hydrocarbons, wasn’t an overnight event. It was a complex process driven by technological advancements and a … Continue reading Chapter 4A: From Black to Gold: The Shift from Coal to Hydrocarbons and the Dawn of a New Age

Chapter 3: A Legacy of Heat – The Enduring Importance of High Temperatures

The importance of fire, charcoal, and coal lies not just in the energy they provide, but also in the high temperatures they unlock. These high temperatures have been instrumental in shaping metals, creating new materials, and driving technological advancements across diverse fields. From the delicate art of glassblowing to the high-tech processes of modern industry, the quest for ever higher temperatures continues to push the … Continue reading Chapter 3: A Legacy of Heat – The Enduring Importance of High Temperatures

Shell to shut 1,000 gas stations by 2030 and and wants 200K EV charging points in network

Shell’s recent announcement to close 1,000 gas stations and focus on building a massive 200,000-point EV charging network by 2030 reflects a global trend in the transportation sector. We are growing our electric vehicle charging business tosupport customers who choose to change from a petrol ordiesel vehicle to an electric one. We are focusing on offeringour customers choices where we see increasing demand, suchas in … Continue reading Shell to shut 1,000 gas stations by 2030 and and wants 200K EV charging points in network

Mengapungkan Harga RON95 dan Diesel boleh menjimatkan RM29 bilion. Kami ada cadangan apa yang patut dilakukan dengan wang tersebut

Selepas beberapa tahun pertimbangan, terdapat pergerakan yang sangat kecil dalam anjakan dasar bahan api kerajaan Malaysia, berita tentang mengapungkan harga petrol RON95 dan diesel sekali lagi menjadi bualan hangat. Kali ini, penganalisa menganggarkan bahawa langkah tersebut boleh menjimatkan kerajaan sehingga RM29 bilion dalam perbelanjaan subsidi tahunan. Kenapa kerajaan masih teragak agak, walaupun penjimatan adalah besar? Keraguan kerajaan Malaysia untuk menghapuskan subsidi bahan api mungkin disebabkan … Continue reading Mengapungkan Harga RON95 dan Diesel boleh menjimatkan RM29 bilion. Kami ada cadangan apa yang patut dilakukan dengan wang tersebut

Chapter 2: Fire – The Spark That Ignited Civilization

Chapter 2: Fire – The Spark That Ignited Civilization The discovery of fire exemplifies how harnessing new energy sources can lead to a cascade of advancements. Fire provided easier-to-digest food, freeing up time for skills development, and enabled the creation of metal tools through higher burning temperatures. This, in turn, fueled further progress. Fire. A flickering flame, a source of warmth and light, a catalyst … Continue reading Chapter 2: Fire – The Spark That Ignited Civilization

Floating RON95 and Diesel could save RM29 billion, here’s some suggestion what they can do with the money

After years of consideration, there is a microscopic amount of movement in the shift of the Malaysian government’s fuel policy, talk of free-floating the price of RON95 petrol and diesel is once again making the rounds. This time, analysists are estimating that the move could save the government up to RM29 billion in annual subsidy expenditure. The Malaysian government’s reluctance to remove fuel subsidies likely … Continue reading Floating RON95 and Diesel could save RM29 billion, here’s some suggestion what they can do with the money

Grok and Groot, good or bad?

I asked Gemini if humans had anything to worry about with the release of Grok and Groot, this is what Gemini says; Here’s a look at the potential worries and reassurances regarding Grok (open-source LLM) and Nvidia’s Project Groot (humanoid robots): Areas of Concern: Reasons for Reassurance: Overall Perspective: The advancements in AI represented by Grok and Groot are impressive, but they also demand careful … Continue reading Grok and Groot, good or bad?

The Electric Vehicle Revolution and Reshaping of Energy

This is part of a series of articles on what i think is happening now, Chapter 1: Civilization and the Fight Against Entropy Introduction Our world seems to be a constant battle between creation and destruction. Mountains rise only to eventually erode, buildings crumble under the weight of time, and even the grandest empires eventually fall. This inherent tendency towards disorder is a fundamental principle … Continue reading The Electric Vehicle Revolution and Reshaping of Energy

The Rivian R3: the Honda-e that Honda should have made

Yes I know that this headline now looks like i am sarcastgic about Rivian’s design. Actually I,m not. They say there is nothing original in the world, everything is derivative and Rivian is so focused on their design identity that they have been able to call on good ideas found on other vehicles, use it, and make it their own. In this case, the rear … Continue reading The Rivian R3: the Honda-e that Honda should have made