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| Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by AutoReportNG(op): 2:02am On Sep 20, 2018 |
Nissan has transformed a pick-up truck into a world class mobile space observatory. The Navara Dark Sky Concept allows astronomers to gaze at the universe from hard-to-reach locations away from the nighttime glow of urban areas. It tows a bespoke trailer which houses a world-leading telescope giving detailed views beyond the rings of Saturn, to distant galaxies, nebulae and supernovas. The one-off Nissan, developed in the UK in collaboration with the European Space Agency, was unveiled at today's Hannover Motor Show in Germany. The trailer module has a special refrigerated atmosphere, which allows the telescope to remain stable and calibrated at the optimum temperature in transit to any location. Once at the desired destination, the trailer module's mechanised roof opens to focus the telescope on the night sky. To negotiate tricky terrain, the Nissan has four-wheel drive, 20-inch (50 cm) wheels with off-road tyres and high-intensity headlights. The overall ride height has been raised for improved ground clearance. Under the bonnet is a 2.3-litre twin-turbocharged diesel with enough pulling power to handle the trailer's additional weight. The Navara and trailer both feature portable EV battery packs, which make use of Nissan's existing electric-vehicle battery technology. When docked in place, the battery packs are constantly in charging mode and ready for use. Additional high-tech features include Wi-Fi, a laptop station and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) radio transmission to relay data instantaneously to anywhere in the world. Parking is made simple thanks to the cameras which give the driver a bird's-eye-view around the vehicle. There are eight radar units, on each corner of the vehicle and trailer, which update the driver on the vehicle's surroundings through the touch screen on the dashboard. At the heart of the trailer is the ultrahigh-power PlaneWave telescope which uses a 16 inch (40 cm) primary mirror to focus on the night's sky. Since red light affects human night vision least, both the vehicle and trailer exclusively use red lighting to avoid visual disruption during observations. The Navara also has ProPILOT, which enhances the driver's control by combining Nissan's Intelligent Cruise Control and Steering Assist technologies. Credit: Nissan, DailyMail Source: https://www.autoreportng.com/2018/09/nissan-transformed-pick-up-truck-into.html [img]https://2.bp..com/-V8gI5eNKHbY/W6LrZ6wZC7I/AAAAAAAAUtY/hQ9C-UxrsjoIVqPmEIUzHCJ5LEdRkH50wCLcBGAs/s1600/Nissan_Observatory_011_AutoReportNG.com.jpg[/img] [img]https://3.bp..com/--tbwjwErSbs/W6LrYfBr3VI/AAAAAAAAUtQ/HSAI7yQ4veMfqvTP0sJ23uF0Q_MFt8fvwCLcBGAs/s1600/Nissan_Observatory_010_AutoReportNG.com.jpg[/img] [img]https://3.bp..com/-15wMEKNbn6o/W6LrX8yt8MI/AAAAAAAAUtI/tBs10UGsB1UzKjt2d47YXEH8TtnQNdsZwCLcBGAs/s1600/Nissan_Observatory_008_AutoReportNG.com.jpg[/img] 2 Likes
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| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by AutoReportNG(op): 2:03am On Sep 20, 2018*. Modified: 11:35am On Sep 20, 2018 |
Good thinking, good product! See more pictures here https://www.autoreportng.com/2018/09/nissan-transformed-pick-up-truck-into.html 2 Likes |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by Yambee: 2:14am On Sep 20, 2018 |
It looks nice. One day , when I become a politician, I will buy it. 3 Likes |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by hisgrace090: 6:24am On Sep 20, 2018 |
A towing van for life. 1 Like |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by lonelydora: 7:04am On Sep 20, 2018 |
Nissan technologically advanced than Toyota. Good thinking, Good Product! 1 Like |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by tokrizy: 7:06am On Sep 20, 2018 |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by kuuljay(m): 7:13am On Sep 20, 2018 |
Transform or attach? 10 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by biggiesmallz15(m): 7:13am On Sep 20, 2018 |
AutoReportNG:yoishna yokanahi...but na Toyota get talk now�� 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by bdek(m): 7:14am On Sep 20, 2018 |
lonelydora:Is that all 1 Like |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by lonelydora: 7:16am On Sep 20, 2018 |
bdek:There's more, bro |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by Yeecar(m): 7:36am On Sep 20, 2018 |
Great technological advancement. |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by Wangxiao(m): 7:52am On Sep 20, 2018 |
You'd never see such a thing in naija, instead nah religious center people go dey, dey fast 200 days 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by Nobody: 7:59am On Sep 20, 2018 |
People will come and argue that they are better than Toyota. Most auto makers has something unique or invented by them. |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by nijabazaar: 8:05am On Sep 20, 2018 |
Why is there no contribution from Africa nay Nigeria. Why cant we even copy and paste....no need reinventing the wheel. Why? Why? Its is almost a century and half and yet..norrin from We It seems we are just meant to breed and restock the earths population... Thats all |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by Hoodbilonia: 8:05am On Sep 20, 2018 |
abegi nissan with enuf electrical faults |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by Vanityupnvanity(m): 9:28am On Sep 20, 2018 |
me I don't even understand what is going on here and. |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by snipesdam(m): 11:08am On Sep 20, 2018 |
[quote author=DemonUnderSiege post=71360179][/quote]Come and explain this Star life circle i don't understand it. I'm a big fan of Astronomy. |
| Re: Nissan Transformed A Pick-up Truck Into A World Class Mobile Space Observatory by tck2000(m): 1:51pm On Sep 07, 2019 |
Not impressed |
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