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106-780: In 1995, the Inspire was updated and exported to the US as the Acura 3.2 TL , while the Vigor nameplate was replaced with the Honda Saber . The longitudinal 2.5L straight-five engine layout and platform remained and was sold as the Acura 2.5 TL. In 1999, these cars were replaced by the second generation TL that was based on the US-spec Accord platform, and largely designed and engineered in

212-475: A {\displaystyle a} and b {\displaystyle b} . If a {\displaystyle a} is less than b {\displaystyle b} ( a < b {\displaystyle a<b} ), then a {\displaystyle a} cannot be greater than b {\displaystyle b} ( a ≯ b {\displaystyle a\ngtr b} ). This highlights how

318-445: A R b {\displaystyle aRb} holds for elements a {\displaystyle a} and b {\displaystyle b} , then b R a {\displaystyle bRa} must be false. Stated differently, an asymmetric relation is characterized by a necessary absence of symmetry of the relation in the opposite direction. Inequalities exemplify asymmetric relations. Consider elements

424-413: A Hermitian Hamiltonian . As of 2006, no violations of CPT symmetry have been observed. The baryons (i.e., the protons and neutrons and the atoms that they comprise) observed so far in the universe are overwhelmingly matter as opposed to anti-matter . This asymmetry is called the baryon asymmetry of the universe. Isospin is the symmetry transformation of the weak interactions . The concept

530-511: A safety recall in July 2009 for injuries reported by faulty driver's side airbag inflators. In February 2010, another recall was issued for the same problem. In March 2001 for the 2002 model year, the TL got a minor makeover, with a refreshed front fascia, redesigned taillights, a 6 CD in-dash changer as well as a few other features. A Type-S model was also added, adding 35 hp (26 kW) for

636-491: A "SportShift" manually controllable 5-speed automatic with or 6-speed manual . Manual transmission models featured Brembo 4-piston front brake calipers , a Torsen-type limited-slip differential , stiffer anti-roll bars front and rear and performance tires at no additional cost. As of March 2004, Honda offers to the public a factory-sanctioned "tuner package" version of the TL called the TL A-SPEC . This version features

742-460: A "black chrome" grille rather than the standard glossy grille, and exclusive Type-S badging, plus an exclusive new color option, Kinetic Blue Pearl. The interior has Type-S badging on the steering wheel and headrests, more highly bolstered front seats, two-tone seats (only with the Ebony/Silver interior), metal racing pedals, carbon fiber trim, and red interior lighting (as opposed to blue in

848-513: A 2009 model and ending production in 2014, when it was replaced together with the TSX by the TLX . The TL "Touring Luxury" debuted as 1996 model, first with the 1996 2.5 TL available with the 2.5 L 176 hp (131 kW) SOHC 20-valve 5-cylinder engine from the Vigor. The 3.2 TL used the 3.2 L 200 hp (149 kW) SOHC 24v V6 from the second-generation Acura Legend . The model with

954-441: A 5-speed automatic with F1 style paddle shifters or a 6-speed manual transmission . The manual transmission includes a limited-slip differential . Exterior differences include quad exhaust pipes, restyled rear lamps and front fascia, lip spoiler, wider side sills, Brembo brakes, 17-inch dark silver 10-spoke wheels, upgraded suspension which included bigger stabilizer bars, lower front spring rates, upgraded bushings and dampers,

1060-494: A central multifunction display, an eight-speaker 276-watt audio system with a six-disc CD changer, XM Satellite Radio, USB port connectivity (including full iPod control support), and Bluetooth Audio (for streaming music from a cell phone). Both models offer an optional Technology Package, which includes premium Milano leather seats; Keyless Access ( unlock the doors, and start the engine without ever having to use your key, as long as it's in your pocket or purse, or within range of

1166-443: A change in testing procedures, with the engine remaining technically the same since 2004. The 2007 Acura TL features a slightly revised exterior as well as a revised interior with a new steering wheel, redesigned gauges, and footwell lighting, in addition to new interior and exterior colors. The 2007 TL (non Type-S) received suspension changes to improve ride comfort. Also new for the 2007 model year were LED turn signal repeaters on

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1272-468: A choice of a 4- or 5-speed automatic transmission. The bodystyle was changed from hardtop to sedan as a result of the USA-spec Accord having been upgraded to meet USA requirements for improved side impact protection. A cabin air filter, also known as a pollen filter is introduced with this generation and is located behind the glove compartment for all vehicles sold internationally. The Honda Saber

1378-440: A clear violation of parity conservation in the beta decay of cobalt-60. Simultaneously, R. L. Garwin , Leon Lederman , and R. Weinrich modified an existing cyclotron experiment and immediately verified parity violation. After the discovery of the violation of parity in 1956–57, it was believed that the combined symmetry of parity (P) and simultaneous charge conjugation (C), called CP , was preserved. For example, CP transforms

1484-527: A deeper understanding of nature. Asymmetries in experimental measurements also provide powerful handles that are often relatively free from background or systematic uncertainties. Until the 1950s, it was believed that fundamental physics was left-right symmetric; i.e., that interactions were invariant under parity . Although parity is conserved in electromagnetism , strong interactions and gravity , it turns out to be violated in weak interactions . The Standard Model incorporates parity violation by expressing

1590-543: A different bellhousing. The transmission is identical between the base model and Type-S. The block on the base model's 3.2-liter engine was changed to accommodate for the new bellhousing. The most notable addition during the 2007 revision is the return of the Type-S edition of the TL. The Acura TL Type-S received the Acura RL 's 3.5-liter J35A8 V6 tuned to 286 horsepower (213 kW) and 256 lb-ft of torque with either

1696-695: A disadvantage when it comes to finding a mate. For example, a greater degree of facial symmetry is seen as more attractive in humans, especially in the context of mate selection. In general, there is a correlation between symmetry and fitness-related traits such as growth rate, fecundity and survivability for many species. This means that, through sexual selection , individuals with greater symmetry (and therefore fitness) tend to be preferred as mates, as they are more likely to produce healthy offspring. Pre-modern architectural styles tended to place an emphasis on symmetry, except where extreme site conditions or historical developments lead away from this classical ideal. To

1802-410: A few months on the market. The 3.7L engine also uses VTEC variable-lift timing on both the intake and exhaust valves (the base TL and previous models only applied VTEC to the intake valves). SH-AWD ("Super Handling" All Wheel Drive) is a multi-vectoring all wheel drive system designed more for performance than for simply providing traction in adverse circumstances. While cruising, the system sends 90% of

1908-403: A front passenger-side airbag cut-off switch and indicator and extra stitching on the front seats. There were several minor changes made (such as changes in seat belt anchor mounts) which are not published. The 2006 TL received a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and a new engine management system to help reduce torque steer. The new horsepower rating of 258 hp (192 kW) is due to

2014-407: A growing U.S.-Japan trade deficit . Ultimately a deal was reached which avoided the tariffs. The first-generation Acura TL had standard features including dual airbags, anti-lock brakes, automatic climate control, a cassette/CD player sound system, and power windows and locks. Leather was standard on the more upscale 3.2 TL, while the 2.5 TL featured a firmer suspension setup. Like its predecessor,

2120-575: A left-handed neutrino into a right-handed antineutrino. In 1964, however, James Cronin and Val Fitch provided clear evidence that CP symmetry was also violated in an experiment with neutral kaons . CP violation is one of the necessary conditions for the generation of a baryon asymmetry in the early universe. Combining the CP symmetry with simultaneous time reversal (T) produces a combined symmetry called CPT symmetry . CPT symmetry must be preserved in any Lorentz invariant local quantum field theory with

2226-655: A mild restyle, with new headlights, new tail lights, revised interior and new colors. The Inspire targeted the Nissan Teana , the Toyota Mark X and numerous other entry level luxury cars from Japan. In October 2007, the fifth-generation Inspire was previewed at the Tokyo Motor Show . It is essentially a rebadged 2008 North American market Accord with minor exterior and interior modifications. In September 2012, after six generations and 23 years, along with

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2332-435: A monthly subscription after the complimentary 3-month subscription expires from Acura for XM radio , which provides over 100 digital channels via satellite. With the optional Alpine -designed navigation system, the third-generation TL can also accept voice commands like "find nearest police station" or "go home." The DVD navigation system features an 8-inch (200 mm) touchscreen LCD , which allows for easy viewing of

2438-489: A smaller insert that flows better with the headlights and creates a sleeker profile. Aside from cosmetic changes, the 2012 TL was equipped with Honda's 6-speed automatic transmission to improve performance and efficiency. This transmission features downshift rev-matching with throttle blip and the ability to downshift two gears at a time. Additional new features include ventilated seats , new 60GB HDD, blind-spot information system , and upgraded wheels. The 2012 TL retains both

2544-534: A suspension tuned by Makoto Tamamura , an indication of the TL A-SPEC 's aggressive engineering. In addition, an underbody kit, spoiler, limited edition A-SPEC steering wheel, "A-SPEC" badge on the back, and 18-inch (460 mm) wheels are standard issue on the A-SPEC package. When installed at purchase, the car's 4-year/ 50,000 miles (80,000 km) warranty applies to the package as well. The third-generation TL

2650-435: A system significantly below maximum entropy is very likely to evolve towards higher entropy, it also states that such a system is very likely to have evolved from higher entropy. Symmetry is one of the most powerful tools in particle physics , because it has become evident that practically all laws of nature originate in symmetries. Violations of symmetry therefore present theoretical and experimental puzzles that lead to

2756-530: A total of 260 bhp (194 kW) at 6100 rpm and 232 lb⋅ft (315 N⋅m) of torque at 3500-5500 rpm. It also featured 17-inch (430 mm) wheels, firmer seats and suspension. A large percentage of these vehicles exhibited problems with the automatic transmission necessitating replacement. In response to the recurring problem, the manufacturer extended the warranty covering the transmission to 109,000 miles (175,400 km) or 7.75 years for all 1999 - 2002 models and 2003 partial per VIN. Acura dealers replace

2862-561: A transformation, such as reflection). Symmetry is an important property of both physical and abstract systems and it may be displayed in precise terms or in more aesthetic terms. The absence of or violation of symmetry that are either expected or desired can have important consequences for a system. Due to how cells divide in organisms , asymmetry in organisms is fairly usual in at least one dimension, with biological symmetry also being common in at least one dimension. Louis Pasteur proposed that biological molecules are asymmetric because

2968-405: Is a crucial aspect of design. When designing a facility, it is not always certain, that in the event of fire , which side a fire may come from. Therefore, many building codes and fire test standards outline, that a symmetrical assembly, need only be tested from one side, because both sides are the same. However, as soon as an assembly is asymmetrical, both sides must be tested and the test report

3074-395: Is asymmetrical, look for lines of symmetry . For instance, a square has four lines of symmetry, while a circle has infinite . If a shape has no lines of symmetry, then it is asymmetrical, but if an object has any lines of symmetry, it is symmetrical . An asymmetric relation is a binary relation R {\displaystyle R} defined on a set of elements such that if

3180-439: Is attached behind the engine, with a driveshaft that sends power to the front of the car to an asymmetrically installed limited-slip differential which then supplies power to the front wheels using half shafts ; this allowed the powertrain to remain slightly behind the front wheels. This also gave the car a 60:40 front to rear weight distribution . The turning radius of the Inspire also was not as tight as its competitors due to

3286-528: Is available with either the 1.5-liter L15B7 inline-four or the 2-liter LFB11/12 inline-four. The seventh-generation Inspire, based on the eleventh-generation Accord, went on sale in late May 2023. Acura TL The Acura TL is a car that was manufactured by Acura , the North American luxury division of Honda . It was introduced in 1995 to replace the Acura Vigor and was badged for

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3392-443: Is only a small effect in most processes that involve the strong interactions, isospin symmetry remains a useful calculational tool, and its violation introduces corrections to the isospin-symmetric results. Because the weak interactions violate parity, collider processes that can involve the weak interactions typically exhibit asymmetries in the distributions of the final-state particles. These asymmetries are typically sensitive to

3498-609: Is required to state the results for each side. In practical use, the lowest result achieved is the one that turns up in certification listings . Neither the test sponsor, nor the laboratory can go by an opinion or deduction as to which side was in more peril as a result of contemplated testing and then test only one side. Both must be tested in order to be compliant with test standards and building codes . In mathematics, asymmetry can arise in various ways. Examples include asymmetric relations , asymmetry of shapes in geometry, asymmetric graphs et cetera. When determining whether an object

3604-548: The Honda Verno dealer network. The main difference between the two cars were the front grille; the Inspire and Saber were also available with a 2.5 L Honda J-series V6 exclusive to the Japanese market. The very first 1999 Acura TL (2G) was assembled on August 4, 1998. The only option on the sedan was a CD-based navigation system. The 1999 TL's navigation system stored the maps in zones; there were 5 different zones for

3710-636: The Honda Inspire holding the position of entry level luxury sedan below the Honda Legend in Japan. The Inspire of this era was instead sold as the seventh generation North American spec Honda Accord. It is powered by a 270 hp (201 kW) – later revised to 258 hp (192 kW) based on the new SAE measurement standard for horsepower – and 233 lb⋅ft (316 N⋅m) of torque, 3.2 L 24 valve SOHC VTEC V6 engine mated to either

3816-489: The Vigor , this generation TL was a 4-door pillared hardtop, with frameless windows. In 1997, Acura added a standard power moonroof to all TL models. Additionally, all Acura TLs received a variable-speed intermittent wiper setting. The 3.2 TL had 205/65/15 tires and a V6 motor. The sport-targeted, 5-cylinder 2.5 TL was further fitted with new alloy wheels . For 1998, Acura made several previously optional features standard on

3922-466: The 2-liter inline-five received a minor upgrade, with power creeping up from 160 to 165 PS (118 to 121 kW). The new 2.5 develops 190 PS (140 kW). The CC2/CC3 Inspire shared more features with the Acura Vigor under a 'wide-body' marketing campaign with minor differences. The smaller-bodied Accord Inspire continued to be available alongside the larger CC2/CC3 until the introduction of

4028-401: The 2.0-liter inline-five was not offered in the US market. The debut of the TL signaled Acura's shift from traditional vehicle names to alphanumeric designations. By replacing recognizable names such as Vigor and Legend with a two-letter designation, the luxury maker hoped to focus consumer attention on the Acura name. The TL was the first Acura model to adopt the new naming scheme. The 2.5 TL

4134-591: The 2.5 TL. 1998 was the last year of TL production in Japan, as the model was being redesigned for production in the United States. In 1998, Honda revealed the TL-X concept car , showing a preview of the second-generation TL which would debut in fall that year. The second-generation TL (now called 3.2 TL ) was released in 1998 and was now derived off the US-market Honda Accord platform. It

4240-916: The 6-speed automatic transmission. The 6-speed manual transmission will continue to be offered. The 2012 model is also 3 dB quieter on the highway. It is a version of front-wheel-drive 2013 Acura TL with distinctive 10-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels, a color-matched deck lid spoiler, trunk-mounted Special Edition badging, Keyless Access System with Keyless Access Remote, pushbutton start, choice of 4 body colors (Bellanova White Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl, Graphite Luster Metallic and Silver Moon Metallic) matched with an Ebony interior leather upholstery with contrast stitching, Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifter system, 10-way adjustable power driver's seat, an 8-way adjustable power front passenger's seat, power moonroof, 276-watt audio system with eight speakers, dual-zone dual-mode automatic climate control system with automatic humidity control. The vehicle

4346-513: The AcuraLink satellite capability has been expanded to incorporate 76 markets (up from 38 markets for the 2007 model). The first fourth-generation Acura TL rolled off the assembly line on September 23, 2008. Debuted for the 2009 model year, the Acura TL featured a more aggressive interpretation of Acura's latest styling vocabulary, known as "Keen Edge Dynamic." Featured prominently on

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4452-539: The DVD GPS navigation system option. These were separate independent systems, each with their own GPS receivers. The OnStar system was based on a dated Motorola analog cellular technology operating over 1G AMPS. Because of this and the failure of Acura to offer a digital upgrade, the TL OnStar system became defunct in 2009 when US carriers were allowed to turn off analog AMPS cell tower equipment. In October 2003,

4558-456: The ELS audio system, audio CDs are automatically ripped to the hard drive upon insertion for future playback. The navigation system also stores its map data on the hard drive (as opposed to the previous model's DVD-based storage), producing faster boot times. For the 2012 model, Honda offered new front and rear styling, updating the controversial "beak" insert in the front grille by replacing it with

4664-723: The Inspire competed with the Toyota Camry Gracia , Mark II , Cresta and Chaser , the Nissan Cefiro and Skyline , the Mazda Millenia , and the Mitsubishi Diamante . The third generation Honda Inspire/Saber was introduced October 15, 1998, and was the first Honda designed and built in the US and exported to Japan. In North America, this vehicle was sold as the Acura TL , while in Japan it

4770-437: The Inspire continued to have technologies such as Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS), Intelligent Highway Cruise Control (IHCC), and Honda's Internavi telematics subscription service. A notable change would be the change to Electric power-steering (EPS). This was in effort to reduce power demands on the engine, thereby improving fuel economy. There are few exterior and interior differences between this Inspire and

4876-435: The Inspire was Honda's Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS, originally introduced as CMS). Honda also made available its Intelligent Highway Cruise Control (IHCC), "C-MOS", which utilized a front-mounted camera to assist in unwanted lane drifting . An Internet-based navigation service called Internavi is available for drivers in Japan. The fifth generation Honda Inspire was released on December 21, 2007 in Japan. Like

4982-402: The Inspire would only come in the sedan body style, while powertrain was only available with the 3.0 L J30A V6 with i-VTEC , and a 5-speed automatic transmission. It was available in three trims including 30TE, 30TL, and AVANZARE, with the latter being the highest trim. A 30TE limited trim would be available for the 2005 model year. Styling would be consistent between the Inspire and Accord it

5088-610: The Japanese-market from 1996 to 2000 as the Honda Inspire and from 1996 to 2004 as the Honda Saber . The TL was Acura's best-selling model until it was outsold by the MDX in 2007. In 2005, it ranked as the second best-selling luxury sedan in the United States behind the BMW 3 Series , but sales decreased after the 2008 model year. Four generations of the Acura TL were produced, with the final fourth generation TL premiering in 2008 as

5194-622: The SH-AWD model. For this manual transmission model, Acura designed a new self-adjusting dual-mass clutch system for increased holding power and improved modulation compared to the previous generation. Additional differences from the automatic transmission SH-AWD model include more aggressively tuned front dampers and springs, stiffer engine and transmission mounts, unique Electric Power Steering (EPS) tuning, hill start assist, and improved front/rear weight distribution. The fourth generation Acura TL adds further electronic convenience items, now including

5300-661: The Southeast Asian Honda Accord. Sales of this generation of the Inspire ended September 2012 in Japan. The sixth generation Inspire was released in 2018 as a sedan designed exclusively for the Chinese market. It is based on the North American tenth generation Honda Accord with a redesigned front and rear DRG . The sixth generation Inspire is made by Dongfeng Honda to replace the Spirior . It

5406-502: The TL SH-AWD has 245/45R18 tires with optional 245/40ZR19 summer performance tires. Both models use electric power steering rather than hydraulic, and a revised five-speed automatic transmission (2012+ models received the 6-speed automatic) featuring shift paddles on the steering wheel is standard equipment for both models. For the 2010 model year, Acura announced that a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission would be available for

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5512-547: The TL with the new Acura TLX sedan. Production of the TL ceased towards the end of 2014, with the 2015 TLX going on sale in the fall that same year. Your chassis code is linked with your vehicle identification number (VIN). The number after the letters UA is your type and generation code: UA1 = 2.0 Inline 5 (not sold in the US) Asymmetry Asymmetry is the absence of, or a violation of, symmetry (the property of an object being invariant to

5618-403: The U.S. Starting with this generation, cabin air filters (also known as pollen filters) were installed as standard equipment and are located behind the glove compartment. In the second year of production, the Acura TL was given a few more features, including a 5-speed automatic transmission with SportShift. The added gear allowed for slightly better fuel economy and acceleration when compared to

5724-558: The US by Honda R&D Americas, Inc. in Raymond, Ohio. Manufactured in the US, these were imported into Japan as the new Inspire and Saber. In June 2003, the fourth-generation Inspire was introduced in Japan derived from the North American Honda Accord V6. This Inspire marks the first time Honda introduced their Variable Cylinder Management technology. In October 2005, the fourth-generation Inspire received

5830-434: The addition of side impact airbags for the front passengers and a change of format for the navigation system. The 2000 TL switched from a CD database to a DVD -based navigation system. The entire continental United States became accessible with the navigation system; it was possible to drive from one coast to the other with the new navigation system. For the 2001 model year, Acura introduced the new CL Type S (2001-2003) which

5936-530: The audio system, to allow for hands-free usage of one's cell phone (provided the phone also supports Bluetooth and is compatible with the HFL's hands-free profile). In Canada, the HFL feature was not available on the base model (standard with A-Spec, Technology, and Navigation packages), though the 2005 model year saw HFL becoming standard in all Canadian models. With the built-in XM Radio tuner, owners can elect to pay

6042-424: The base 3.5L 280 hp (209 kW) 254 lb⋅ft (344 N⋅m) and the SH-AWD models' 3.7L 305 hp (227 kW) 273 lb⋅ft (370 N⋅m) engines but now gets two mpg more in the city (20 mpg ‑US , 12 L/100 km, 24 mpg ‑imp ) and three mpg more on the highway (29 mpg ‑US , 8.1 L/100 km, 35 mpg ‑imp ), thanks to less engine friction and

6148-536: The base TL). Touch screen navigation is standard and the suspension has been firmed up. The only options are the aforementioned transmission and high-performance summer tires ( Bridgestone Potenzas) rather than the standard all-season tires ( Michelin Pilot MXM4s). The 2008 TL features an improved new immobilizer system, and a separate TPMS warning lamp. The navigation system has been updated to work in Hawaii , and

6254-444: The base model and is tuned for slightly firmer suspension and steering feedback. It is visually distinguishable from the base model on the exterior by its SH-AWD badge on the trunk, quad exhaust pipes (as opposed to dual exhaust on the base model) and larger air ducts in the front bumper to cool the larger brakes (the base model's turn signal indicators in the bumper extend all the way to the center.) The TL rides on 245/50R17 tires, while

6360-1123: The binary relation "equal to" is a symmetric one. In general an Asymmetric tensor is defined by the change of signs ( − / + ) {\displaystyle (-/+)} of its solution under the interchange of two indexes. The Epsilon-tensor is an example of an asymmetric tensor. It is defined as: ϵ i j k = { 1 i f ( i , j , k ) ∈ { ( 123 ) , ( 231 ) , ( 312 ) } − 1 i f ( i , j , k ) ∈ { ( 213 ) , ( 321 ) , ( 132 ) } 0 e l s e {\displaystyle \epsilon _{ijk}=\left\{{\begin{array}{cc}1&if\;(i,j,k)\in \{(123),(231),(312)\}\\-1&if\;(i,j,k)\in \{(213),(321),(132)\}\\0&else\end{array}}\right.} ,with i , j , k ∈ { 1 , 2 , 3 } {\displaystyle i,j,k\in \{1,2,3\}} . For even or uneven permutations of

6466-569: The car come to a screeching halt, even at freeway speeds. This problem was highlighted in the Los Angeles Times in September 2002. Consumer Reports took note and gave the TL and CL the "black spot," the worst rating for transmission reliability. In response to the recurring problem, the manufacturer extended the warranty covering the transmission to 7 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) on American models. A class-action lawsuit

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6572-618: The contrary, modernist and postmodern architects became much more free to use asymmetry as a design element. While most bridges employ a symmetrical form due to intrinsic simplicities of design, analysis and fabrication and economical use of materials, a number of modern bridges have deliberately departed from this, either in response to site-specific considerations or to create a dramatic design statement. Some asymmetrical structures In fire-resistance rated wall assemblies , used in passive fire protection , including, but not limited to, high-voltage transformer fire barriers , asymmetry

6678-554: The cosmic [i.e. physical] forces that preside over their formation are themselves asymmetric. While at his time, and even now, the symmetry of physical processes are highlighted, it is known that there are fundamental physical asymmetries, starting with time. Asymmetry is an important and widespread trait, having evolved numerous times in many organisms and at many levels of organisation (ranging from individual cells, through organs, to entire body-shapes). Benefits of asymmetry sometimes have to do with improved spatial arrangements, such as

6784-408: The engine when not needed to boost fuel economy. The Saber was discontinued and the new Inspire is being sold at Clio, Primo, and Verno dealerships. The TL became Acura's best-selling luxury sedan in 2004 with more than 79,000 sold that year. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found the Acura TL had the second lowest fatality rates among midsize luxury cars. The 2005 TL received

6890-479: The first TL to have all-wheel drive , and replaces the previous TL Type-S . It is powered by a 3.7-liter V6 that produces 305 hp (227 kW) and 275 lb⋅ft (373 N⋅m) of torque, an increase of 19 hp (14 kW) and 19 lb⋅ft (26 N⋅m) over the 3.5-liter V6 of the Type-S. Acura originally advertised it as having 307 hp (229 kW), but revised that claim without any explanation after

6996-448: The first generation Legend. The larger CC2 and CC3 Inspire was a mild makeover of the first CB5 Inspire, featuring updated full-width boot lamps (the updated Vigor had conventional single lamp units) with less chrome, larger bumpers with new wrap-around cornering lamp design (instead of the optional separate units like the CB5) and mesh alloy wheels. The new Inspire offered fewer trim levels and

7102-568: The first-generation TL, a shorter front overhang and longer wheelbase, fitting for a near-luxury car. The inline-5 engine in the 2.5 TL competed with similar 5-cylinder engines offered in Audi and Volvo models. The first 1996 Acura TL was manufactured at Sayama , Japan on March 28, 1995. Sales of the 2.5 TL began in spring 1995, but the 3.2 TL was delayed until fall because of a U.S.-Japan trade dispute. The U.S. government had threatened to impose 100% tariffs on higher-priced Japanese cars in response

7208-467: The fourth generation Inspire, the fifth generation would be based on the North American eighth generation Honda Accord . Unlike the North American car it was based upon, and like its predecessor, the fifth generation Inspire would only be available as a sedan with a V6. It would use a similar 5-speed automatic transmission, but power would be increased by switching to the 3.5 L J35Z2 i-VTEC VCM V6 (marked as J35A-80). Unlike its North American relative,

7314-470: The front is Acura's controversial "Power Plenum" upper grille. The size of the car has increased slightly, and as a consequence the wheelbase has been stretched 1.4 inches (36 mm) to 109.3 inches (2,780 mm). The car is also 6.2 inches (160 mm) longer overall, 1.8 inches (46 mm) wider and 0.5-inch (13 mm) taller. Rear legroom improves by 1.3 inches (33 mm) and rear shoulder room increases by 0.5-inch (13 mm). Structural rigidity

7420-454: The indexes the tensor is either 1 or -1. Certain molecules are chiral ; that is, they cannot be superposed upon their mirror image. Chemically identical molecules with different chirality are called enantiomers ; this difference in orientation can lead to different properties in the way they react with biological systems. Asymmetry arises in physics in a number of different realms. The original non-statistical formulation of thermodynamics

7526-552: The introduction of the ninth-generation Accord , the Inspire ended production for a six-year period. It was then relaunched in 2018 as a China-only model based on the tenth-generation Accord . On October 12, 1989, the Honda Accord Inspire was introduced. The platform was shared with the Honda Vigor , a JDM Honda Accord derived five-cylinder luxury sedan available only at Honda Verno dealerships. The Inspire

7632-416: The left human lung being smaller, and having one fewer lobes than the right lung to make room for the asymmetrical heart . In other examples, division of function between the right and left half may have been beneficial and has driven the asymmetry to become stronger. Such an explanation is usually given for mammal hand or paw preference ( handedness ), an asymmetry in skill development in mammals. Training

7738-422: The neural pathways in a skill with one hand (or paw) may take less effort than doing the same with both hands. Nature also provides several examples of handedness in traits that are usually symmetric. The following are examples of animals with obvious left-right asymmetries : Since birth defects and injuries are likely to indicate poor health of the organism, defects resulting in asymmetry often put an animal at

7844-418: The now Ridgeline -sized 12.6 in (320 mm) front discs and 13.2 in (340 mm) rear disc, still incorporating an internal rear drum e-brake while maintaining hydraulic discs for the foot applied brakes. The bolt pattern on the car is no longer a 5 x 114.3 mm (4.50 in) but a 5 x 120 mm (4.7 in) for this generation. The SH-AWD model also includes some interior refinements over

7950-488: The power to the front wheels and 10% to the rear wheels. Acceleration puts more torque on the rear wheels. The car can put up to 70% of the total available power to the rear wheels to assist with rapid acceleration, and of that 70%, 100% can be pushed to either the left or right wheel in order to assist the vehicle through a corner. The brakes on the new TL have been increased in size, from the older 11.8 in (300 mm) front disc and 11.1 in (280 mm) rear disc to

8056-518: The previous 4-speed automatic transmission with SportShift. With this model, if the driver forgets the 1-2 shift the computer will take over when in sport mode and do the 1-2 up and down shifts, unlike the 4-speed 1999 model. In many vehicles, the 5-speed automatic transmission was very unreliable: as the third gear clutch pack wore, particles blocked off oil passages and prevented the transmission from shifting or holding gears normally. The transmission would slip, fail to shift, or suddenly downshift and make

8162-439: The relations "less than", and similarly "greater than", are not symmetric. In contrast, if a {\displaystyle a} is equal to b {\displaystyle b} ( a = b {\displaystyle a=b} ), then b {\displaystyle b} is also equal to a {\displaystyle a} ( b = a {\displaystyle b=a} ). Thus

8268-436: The road ahead. DVDs with new road information for the navigation system were made annually until 2014. The JDM Honda Inspire debuted around four and a half months earlier (on June 11, 2003) and marked the branching out of the TL line from the Inspire. The Inspire is basically a seventh-generation US-market Honda Accord V6 with minor trim changes, and the addition of Variable Cylinder Management , which shuts off half of

8374-449: The second generation Inspire, as it fit a much lower tax category. The Inspire offered a luxurious approach to the interior as a lower price alternative to the top level Legend , and both vehicles were sold at Honda Clio dealerships. Interior appearance was provided by the Japanese furniture company, Tendo Mokko , offering unique leather interior and a choice of genuine wood inserts for the dashboard and center console. The transmission

8480-423: The side mirrors and fog lamps in the bumper. Prior to 2007, the fog lamps were integrated into the headlight housing; Daytime Running Lights now occupy that space (Canadian models have had DRLs there rather than fog lamps since 2004). TL with navigation models sport a new rear view camera with image displayed on the navigation screen as well as XM NavTraffic. In addition to the new standard auxiliary audio jack,

8586-563: The smaller dimensions were not in compliance with Japanese government regulations concerning dimensions and maximum engine displacement, thereby giving buyers an incentive in interior accommodations when purchasing the V6 model. Each engine choice obligated the Japanese buyer with increased annual road tax liability, and one trim level package was designated with the engine choice, offering stepped levels of standard and luxury equipment for each selection. The Inspire, sold at Honda Clio dealerships,

8692-487: The sound system is now MP3 / WMA compatible and offers Dolby Pro Logic II decoding and speed-sensitive volume compensation. The manual transmission option had been dropped from the base TL due largely to extremely low sales (roughly 1 out of 40 TLs sold across America were equipped with a manual gearbox). Acura also introduced a new 5-speed automatic transmission for the 2007 and 2008 model year TLs. Changes include downshift "rev matching", slightly altered gear ratios, and

8798-531: The strong interactions can be considered as a subset of a larger flavor symmetry group, in which the strong interactions are invariant under interchange of different types of quarks. Including the strange quark in this scheme gives rise to the Eightfold Way scheme for classifying mesons and baryons. Isospin is violated by the fact that the masses of the up and down quarks are different, as well as by their different electric charges. Because this violation

8904-529: The third-generation Acura TL (the 3.2 moniker was dropped) was released for sale in North America. Developed mainly in the United States by a team led by Erik Berkman, with bodywork by American Honda designer Jon Ikeda , the new TL was built in Marysville, Ohio, and was derived from the seventh generation US-market Honda Accord . Starting with this generation, this model was not sold in Japan, with

9010-462: The transmission to 109,000 miles (175,400 km) or 7.75 years for all 1999 - 2002 and 2003 partial per VIN. Acura dealers replace the transmissions under warranty. Transmissions replaced prior to March 2005 usually fail again. Transmissions replaced in March 2005 and later include a redesigned third gear clutch pack reported to fix the problem. Several models in the 2002–2003 years were the subject of

9116-472: The transmissions under warranty. Transmissions replaced prior to March 2005 usually fail again. Transmissions replaced March 2005 and later include a redesigned third gear clutch pack reported to fix the problem. Only minor changes occurred for this model year in order to make way for a redesign. One odd and notable addition to only the 2003 model year was the addition of a General Motors OnStar subscription cellular telephone and navigation assistance service to

9222-461: The use of Constant-velocity joint installed on the front axle half shafts, but the Inspire did have an advantage in adverse traction conditions. The second generation Inspire was almost identical in its dimensions to the first generation 1986 Honda Legend, with that vehicle having been updated and enlarged to better fit the role of flagship for the Honda and Acura brands. The second generation Inspire

9328-467: The vehicle.), a joystick-based (no longer touchscreen) navigation system updated with a new 8-inch (200 mm) full VGA display and the ability to provide weather information and traffic-based rerouting, and the Acura/ELS audio system with 10 speakers, 440 watts of power, DTS CD compatibility for 5.1 surround sound, DVD-A, as well as an internal hard drive with 13 GB of storage dedicated for audio. With

9434-530: The weak interaction as a chiral gauge interaction. Only the left-handed components of particles and right-handed components of antiparticles participate in weak interactions in the Standard Model. A consequence of parity violation in particle physics is that neutrinos have only been observed as left-handed particles (and antineutrinos as right-handed particles). In 1956–1957 Chien-Shiung Wu , E. Ambler, R. W. Hayward, D. D. Hoppes, and R. P. Hudson found

9540-537: Was asymmetrical in time : it claimed that the entropy in a closed system can only increase with time. This was derived from the Second Law (any of the two, Clausius ' or Lord Kelvin 's statement can be used since they are equivalent) and using the Clausius' Theorem (see Kerson Huang ISBN   978-0471815181 ). The later theory of statistical mechanics, however, is symmetric in time. Although it states that

9646-468: Was a four-door hardtop , but it wasn't a true hardtop, using a "B" pillar between the front and rear passenger compartments, and instead it used frameless doors. The Inspire was available in two versions; a shorter and narrower version badged as the Accord Inspire, with a G20A 2.0-liter engine in compliance with Japanese vehicle size requirements for cars classified as "compact". The CB5 Inspire

9752-512: Was a quicker model of the Acura CL (1996-2003). While it was mechanically identical to the TL, its sales never came close to that of its sibling model, and as a result, it was discontinued in May 2003. The 2001 model received a redesigned cupholder insert. The automatic transmissions in these cars were also defective. In response to the recurring problem, the manufacturer extended the warranty covering

9858-585: Was also known as the ( Japanese : Honda Saber ) and sold at the Honda Verno sales network, and mechanically identical to the UA1-UA3 Inspire. Starting with this generation, all Inspire and Saber vehicles were manufactured at Honda's Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio, USA. November 8, 1996 saw the introduction of dual airbags for front seat passengers and anti-lock brakes as standard. This version of

9964-505: Was also the first car in the American market to include a 6-disc DVD-Audio system, output through an 8-speaker 225-watt system, engineered by Panasonic and tuned by Grammy Award-winning sound engineer Elliot Scheiner . The system also plays back CDs as well as DTS audio discs, CD-Audio, CD-Rs and CD-RWs but not MP3s . In the United States, all models were also equipped with a Bluetooth HandsFree Link (HFL) system, integrated with

10070-612: Was available with a newly designed 3.2 L 225 hp (168 kW) SOHC VTEC J32 V6 mated to a four-speed electronic automatic transmission with SportShift. The second-generation 3.2 TL (the 2.5 was dropped) was built in Marysville, Ohio , alongside the Honda Accord, at Marysville Auto Plant . These cars were imported into Japan and sold as Honda Inspire in the Honda Clio dealer network, and as Honda Saber in

10176-518: Was available with the Type I 3.2 L V6 offered in the Legend on July 6, 1995, while still offering the straight 5 in both 2.0 L and 2.5 L versions. The profile of this vehicle was reduced somewhat to 1,405 mm (55.3 in). The luxury approach was enhanced. A carryover from the previous generation saw marginal increases in length, width, and height dimensions for vehicles installed with the V6 engine, but

10282-516: Was based upon. Notable differences would include standard fog lights on all trims, a redesigned grill, and a new light on the trunk lid. The headlights are different as well featuring High-intensity discharge lamp bulbs for the low beams. A new styling was introduced November 4, 2005, changing both the front grille and rear tail lights, in which LED lighting would be implemented. This was the first vehicle to showcase Honda's Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) technology. Another technology introduced on

10388-582: Was discontinued April 2003 along with the consolidation of the Honda Japan sales networks Primo, Clio and Verno. The fourth generation Honda Inspire was introduced June 18, 2003. This vehicle was built at the Saitama Prefecture facility in Sayama , Japan. It was built on the same platform as the North American seventh generation Honda Accord . Unlike the North American variant it was based on,

10494-429: Was first introduced by Werner Heisenberg in nuclear physics based on the observations that the masses of the neutron and the proton are almost identical and that the strength of the strong interaction between any pair of nucleons is the same, independent of whether they are protons or neutrons. This symmetry arises at a more fundamental level as a symmetry between up-type and down-type quarks . Isospin symmetry in

10600-400: Was increased due to the use of high-strength steel in 47.6 percent of the chassis. The base TL is front-wheel drive and is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 that makes 280 hp (210 kW) and 254 lb⋅ft (344 N⋅m) of torque, an increase of 22 hp (16 kW) and 21 lb⋅ft (28 N⋅m) over the previous 3.2-liter V6 . The new TL SH-AWD ("Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive") is

10706-523: Was introduced during the bubble developed in Japan which would burst in the early 1990s (known in Japan as the " bubble economy "). The SOHC four valves per cylinder G20A inline-five engine was all new and was also used in the JDM Honda Rafaga , which was a shorter sedan shared with the second generation Honda Ascot . In Japan, the smaller G20A engine used regular grade fuel, while the larger G25A engine used premium grade fuel. The body style

10812-452: Was offered in three trim levels: the base AZ-i with manual transmission, AG-I with fog lamps and optional sunroof as well as central locking, and the top spec luxury AX-i with leather upholstery, more safety features and full cruise control as well as power seats. A longer and wider version with the G20 (CC3) or with the new G25A 2.5-liter engine (CC2) debuted in early 1992, similar in dimensions to

10918-428: Was positioned as the sporty model and the 3.2 focused more upon a luxurious ride. Moreover, the added power in the 3.2 TL gave it better acceleration. Both engines were mounted in a front-rear, or longitudinal position. This contrasted with the more typical transverse engine mount style, and was intended to provide better weight distribution and reduce nose dive. The engine mount design resulted in an elongated hood for

11024-458: Was produced using domestically and globally sourced parts at Honda of America Mfg., Inc., in Marysville, Ohio. The Acura TL uses Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering front end. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) found the 2009-11 front-wheel drive TL models (SH-AWD models not included in study) to have an overall driver death of five deaths per million registered years. In early 2014, Honda announced it would be replacing

11130-433: Was settled to extend the transmission warranty for U.S. owners or entities to 7.75 years for all models made from 1998 to 2002, and some 2003 models by VIN ; however, Canadian owners' warranties were not extended. Transmissions replaced prior to March 2005 usually fail again. Transmissions replaced from March 2005 and later include a redesigned third gear clutch pack reported to fix the problem. Other notable changes include

11236-477: Was the second model that accompanied the flagship Honda Legend at Honda Clio Japanese dealerships. The Saber version of this car was sold as the top level sedan at Honda Verno . Honda's internet-based navigation system Internavi was introduced with this generation. The Inspire no longer offered the straight-five engine , and instead offered the VTEC -equipped 3.2-litre J32A and 2.5-litre J25A V6 engines , and

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