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Number C40: Gimmick Puppet of Dark Strings from Yu-Gi-Oh!

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Warbonnet on the Racetrack by Steve Grabman Via Flickr: Santa Fe C40-8W number 804 leads a northbound intermodal train along the Racetrack north of downtown Fort Worth, Texas in the summer of 1994. Pic taken by Tom Carlson.

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C40: Storm Clouds

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Warning: Mention of suicide at the end of the chapter!

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Vash is getting increasingly worried. It gets harder and harder for him to convince himself that you are alright, that soon things will get better. The touch of hope of the voices quieting down occasionally has also been blown away by the wind. It's a strange situation to be in; he has grown so close to you, and the moments you are fully with him are the happiest he has had in a very long time. You understand each other perfectly; your banter and your touch are heaven to him. In those moments, he is almost capable of believing that things will stay that way. He wants to see you smile and laugh, your carefree and kind eyes looking into his, and your warm body against him in a hug. But those are fleeting moments, quickly replaced by apathy and a distant stare if you are left to your thoughts for a moment too long. Most of your time you spend like this—a shell of yourself, nothing but a shadow of your being. You react so slowly to his voice and touch that it gets harder and harder to get your attention. He feels like you're sand seeping through between his fingers.

You seem sickly now. What started as your headaches have gotten worse. For someone who can heal any wound in hours, your skin has gotten an ashy, almost grayish hue underneath it, your beautiful eyes seem sunken in, and you seem weak and hunched over as you ride your tomas. But every time he tries to check in on you, he is met with a blank stare, like you don't understand what he's talking about. Only once has he heard you complain a little about feeling unwell, but things have gotten worse since then. It's not just your physical appearance that seems to suffer; it's your memory too. Often, he has caught you being forgetful, leaving items behind that you would never have before. You mix up names and places, often talking like you're somewhere else. He remembers Varmint's Hill so vividly. After the two of you had stopped the bank robbery, you were dragged into the celebrations, and Vash had been so happy to see you mingling with the townsfolk. It looked like you're turning a new leaf when it comes to your feelings towards humanity, but even so, he wasn't surprised to find that you had disappeared from the saloon. He found you on top of the roof, looking out. He talked to you, and you seemed completely there with him, not shut off like he often saw you, but still, you had called this place Squinny Coffin, a town you had left weeks ago. At the time, he had just brushed it off as a slip of the tongue, but as time went by, he wasn't so sure anymore.

He watches over your sleeping form; this too is very unusual since you have always refused to sleep in the desert, insisting that you keep watch as Vash sleeps. Very rarely has he been able to convince you to sleep while he is on the lookout, but on a number of occasions in the past few weeks, you have fallen asleep in his arms. He thinks back on one of the times you unexpectedly nodded off and how shaken you were by it. You had explained that sleeping is a choice you have to make knowingly; your body doesn't just doze off. But now it has become common. At first, he wasn't sure since he had the habit of kissing your forehead or cheek when he woke, or even when he didn't do that, the change in his breathing seemed to be enough to stir you. But now you just sleep, not waking up easily at all.

Vash realizes that whatever is going on in your head must be putting an incredible amount of strain on your body for you to be like this. You had explained to him how your body seems to be working—that it produces constantly enough energy to keep you going without getting tired—but lately that's all he sees: tiredness.

So many times has he tried to get to the bottom of things, but each time you either brush him off with an excuse, not react at all, or look at him with confusion, not sure what he is talking about. And like clockwork, every time he is about to lose his mind over the whole ordeal, there comes a day where you are completely lucid, smiling and laughing, and acting like nothing is wrong. On those days, you are especially likely to brush him off, saying that you feel fine and complaining that you just want to enjoy your moment of peace from the voices.

Over time, he couldn't help but notice that stimulation helps you be present; it used to be enough to talk to you, then he needed to touch you gently, holding your hand being enough, but the needs grew to stroking your skin and playing with your hair. Now it doesn't seem to do as much anymore. Adrenaline appears to be the main source of your clarity, be it a dangerous situation or physical intimacy. In those moments, you are there, head clear and quiet. Vash expects it to mean that the adrenaline and elevated heart rate hasten your healing ability to the point where it can overcome whatever stress your mind is under. But this knowledge is not enough; it's not the solution.

Vash pushes the rouge strands of hair off your face; you look peaceful. Tonight, you don't seem to be tormented by nightmares, but he can't say the same about himself. The worry he carries for you has made his nights difficult; haunting images of his past are only part of it; more often than not, they also include you suffering in some horrible way that all tie back to himself, his secrets, his sins, his being. He sometimes finds himself contemplating whether your future would have less pain if he let you go; could you possibly be happier? But he refuses to linger too long on those thoughts; he can't leave you alone in a state like this, and his heart still constantly longs for you, even if you are lying by his side.

He remembers asking you to talk to him about your troubles, your worries, and your pains, to share them with him, and to not suffer alone. But you haven't told him much, brushing it off, and it makes him feel somewhat lonely. He knows there is likely not much he can do for you, but he would still like to see you trust him enough to lean on him. Despite that, he can't blame you; he hasn't told you about his worries either, still carrying secrets he hasn't been able to tell you. But for him, it's more about not wanting to trouble you more, to not add his guilt and pain to your already heavy load.

The gas burner feeds a tiny flame; it barely flickers, and Vash would have turned it off by now, but your eyes seem to be fixated on it. He is glad to see that you focus on anything at all after this long day of tracking through the desert. You have been so distant again, your movements slow and absentminded as you do your regular "chores", like taking care of the toma while he sets up the camp. The way in which you take off the gear of the birds has been getting increasingly sloppy, not that it really made a difference, but before you seemed so detail oriented, the way you used to take the rigs off was meticulous and careful. You paid attention to not tangle anything, placing the saddles down gently and thoughtfully. Now it seems more like they slip out from between your fingers.

Vash adjusts his coat over your shoulders as you sit under his arm. His fingers grip your shoulder, the red coat covering both of your backs. A few times during the day, you had tried to clear your head and talk to him, but just as soon as you forced the first words out, you seemed to be swept away again, not collecting your thoughts enough to start a conversation. He feels lost, not sure what to do or how to help you.

Your head rests against Vash's shoulder, your fingers entangled with his. The silence of the desert is only disturbed by the few little worms fluttering around, but you don't know that because all that echoes in your skull is buzzing and voices screaming over each other—too many words and sounds all at once to make out any of it. You hear your own screaming among them, but it's just a small part. So many tortured souls seem to beg for you to remember them and drag their suffering into the sunlight. It has gone on for so long, increasingly getting worse to the point where you can barely form any thoughts of your own. Sometimes the best you can do is look at Vash. You see his distance, the expression on his face, and you feel so guilty and bad. He has been taking care of you, doing everything he can to soothe your struggles, but you can't repay him; you are nothing but a burden, something to sour his mood and hold him back. You feel ashamed, as you weren't even able to talk to him, to cheer him up, or to ask about his feelings and thoughts. You are weak and utterly unworthy of him.

"Vash..." you speak up through the momentary hint of clarity in your brain.

He turns to look at you, shocked by your use of his name. Usually, you would start off by calling him Red. Your face slowly turns upwards to look at him, your eyes somber and mournful, with something more, but he can tell you are with him in this moment.

"Could I borrow your gun?" you ask weakly.

"Why, love?" His eyebrows move into a frown. You generally avoid his gun; you don't like firearms, and he knows that, so why now, in the middle of nowhere?

"You won't like my answer." Your words have a tremor in them that he starts to feel in your body too. Your voice seems forced and calm.

"Why not?" He turns a little bit to see your expression better; all he senses is pain and regret.

"Cause I want to shoot my brains out, Vash." Madness creeps into your voice and eyes, Vash pulling back with surprise and terror.

"No!" he exclaims, but he feels your hand pull out of his and reach for the weapon on his thigh between the two of you.

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RADIO FREE UL-QUOMA / COLDSORE

C40 tape in faintly marbled seaweed green shell made from recycled plastique in teal tinted transparent standard cassette case, that looks like the water in the holiday resort pool, where some rather go for a refreshing dip, because the beach is full of black corpses. also, a greyscale foldout j-card cover and some stickers. the first edition is limited to 20 hand-numbered copies. 'the governments of the global north choose to build walls & barriers, by these actions sanction murder of those worst affected by climate change. this is genocide by choice. my thanks to GRM for compiling this collection.' (radiofreeul-quoma.bandcamp) 'we stand against murderous white supremacist borders, that kill so many. we stand for the destruction of the state, that oppresses us, while keeping us over-feed, comfortable - silenced in the face of it’s murders. often when we are silent, it is equally reason for, as well as a result of the multitude of horrors that colonial extraction + destruction has flooded the world with for the profits we consume. we have to break the loop, challenge privileges of all kind, be they based on the fantasy of white supremacy, patriarchy, class structures, … this challenge will and cannot be comfortable for those who are privileged. to take part of the liberation of the world + it’s peoples from the said horrors, we will have to leave the silence of our comfort zone + start to make some noise.' (coldsore-sound.tumblr) All of the profits from this release will be donated to sea-watch.org in solidarity. "Sea-Watch e.V. is a non-profit organization that conducts civil search and rescue operations in the Central Med. In the presence of the humanitarian crisis, Sea-Watch provides emergency relief capacities, demands and pushes for rescue operations by the european institutions and stands up publicly for legal escape routes. Since a political solution in the sense of a #SafePassage is not on the horizon, we have expanded our field of operation and made new plans. We are politically and religiously independent and are financed solely through donations."  Layout and mastering by grm for Totes Format. totes-format.weebly.com

[agrarianradfem]

Peak 🌄 and Everest 🏔️ for the ask meme? c:

Peak/🌄: What was the first thing that peaked you, and when did you peak (not just specifically “peak trans,” but anything “peak patriarchy”)?

I “peaked” because of g!p Lexa fanfiction from The 100. My sort of girlfriend at the time was SUPER into the show and so I got into it as well. Like, pretty far in. Anyway, I noticed more and more and more docs gave Lexa a penis. And it made my blood boil. Then one of the most popular Clexa accounts announced her transition after a couple months of “questioning” and then like within 6 months had a double mastectomy. In really life a college classmate who was very feminine told me she didn’t consider herself a woman because she never felt like one made me wonder what everyone was smoking that lesbians had dick and feminine women were ~something else~ (and a professor with a history of domestic violence, she’d lived in a shelter to escape a boyfriend in her young adult life was being criticized for being against BDSM and I thought that was also nuts).

I had never considered myself a feminist because I was so turned off by feminism by classmates arguing for BDSM, and all the ‘feminist’ g!p accounts, and all the feminine women who were calling themselves feminists. I was just a normie lesbian who found all this behavior offputting. Then one day yourkinkisnasty appeared in the notes of a post and I clicked on her account and read and read and read. Through her I also found whiskey-and-c40(? Can’t remember the numbers), someone who had like a yellow cat? for her avatar, someone who had a blood drop with a pearl inside as her avatar, maybe that’s when I found parliamentaryinquiry and blackswallowtailbutterfly. This was 7 years ago I don’t exactly remember - most accounts I found then are long gone or the names have changed and I lost track.

Everest was something like, what’s the most egregious thing you’ve seen since peaking.

Dylan Mulvaney is pretty bad. Just everything that’s been handed to him and all the bimboification shut he’s into.

In real life I had the pleasure of a attending a vagina monologues where a trans woman was given the final slot to literally yell at the female audience how much he hated us and our bodies and our appearance because he couldn’t be like us and how he hoped all TERFs died and that he hated his mother. And NO ONE I talked to after the event admitted to thinking it was strange! The woman all thought he was referring to other women, women who had done something “bad.” But like literally he was just expressing school shooter tendencies out loud.

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DRIVEN: New Polestar 2 (2024). Has the Tesla Model 3 finally met its match?

Polestar has introduced a number of significant design, engineering and specification updates to its 2024 model year Polestar 2. Launched in 2021, the Swedish brand’s first all-electric model gains larger batteries, faster charging capability and increased range. ​The new model is available in standard and long-range forms with buyers benefitting from bigger batteries for both models. Standard range cars receive a 69kWh pack (up from 64kWh) supplied by LG Chem while long range models will come with a new 82kWh CATL pack (up from 78kWh). The updated batteries also feature improved cell chemistry and revised connection hardware which allow for faster rapid charging. According to Polestar, the standard range models will be able to charge at speeds of up to 135kW while long range models see the maximum charge rate rise to 205kW. Another significant update is a switch from front to rear-wheel drive for 2WD models. In a move that mirrors that made by parent company Volvo with its XC40 and C40 Recharge models, the 2WD Polestar 2 will have its drive motor on the rear axle instead of the front. Polestar has also revised the control electronics for all-wheel drive models – in particular the front motor disconnect function. As a result of the updates, standard range Polestar 2 models have a WLTP figure of 321 miles (an increase of 25 miles) while long range dual motor models have a WLTP figure of 367 miles (an increase of 65 miles).

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Cold cutting C45 plate 

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C45 plates can be sawed into the required shapes or sizes using a saw with fine teeth or a band saw. Cutting steel plates using a saw is a reasonably easy and economical process.

Shearing: Shearing is the process of cutting through the C45 plate with a shearing machine or hydraulic press. This technique uses strong pressure to make a precise, straight cut.

Waterjet cutting: To cut through the C45 plate, a high-pressure jet of water combined with abrasive particles is used in waterjet cutting. It is a precise and versatile method that can be used for complex shapes and contours.

Plasma cutting: In plasma cutting, a jet of ionised gas is directed at the C45 plate in order to melt and remove the material. This technique is quick and effective, especially for heavier plates.

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The Compatibility of Volvo Electric Cars with Tesla Charging Stations: Is It Possible?

Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular in today's society because of their environmental benefits. A major challenge that electric vehicle (EV) owners face, however, is charging their cars. With charging infrastructure still in its early stages, car manufacturers are working on finding ways to make charging more accessible to their consumers. One way they are doing this is by partnering with other car manufacturers to leverage charging networks. In this article, we'll explore the compatibility of Volvo electric cars with Tesla charging stations.

Background on Volvo's Electric Cars

Volvo has been committed to developing and producing electric vehicles in recent years, with the goal to have half of its sales be electric cars by 2025. The company currently offers two fully electric vehicles: the XC40 Recharge and the C40 Recharge. Both cars have a range of over 200 miles, making them viable options for long-distance travel.

Tesla Charging Stations

Tesla has its own charging infrastructure to support its electric cars, with over 20,000 Superchargers worldwide. Tesla owners can easily locate a Supercharger using the company's proprietary app and charge their cars quickly, with the ability to add 200 miles of range in 15 minutes. Other third-party charging networks exist, but Superchargers are unique in their speed and reliability.

Compatibility Between Volvo Electric Cars and Tesla Charging Stations

Although Volvo electric cars and Tesla charging stations are not immediately compatible, Volvo has made efforts to change this. In 2019, the two companies announced a partnership to develop a new charging network, which will allow Volvo electric car owners to charge their cars at Tesla Superchargers. The companies have not released a timeline for when the network will be available, but it's an exciting development for the EV industry.

There are also some workarounds for Volvo owners who need to use Tesla Superchargers in the meantime:

Adapters: There are third-party adapters that can be used to connect a Volvo to a Tesla Supercharger. However, it's important to note that some adapters may not be reliable, and it could cause damage to your car if not used correctly.

Charging at other networks: Volvo has partnerships with other charging networks, such as ChargePoint and EVgo. These networks have their own apps and charging stations that Volvo drivers can use to charge their cars.

Key Takeaways

Here are some key takeaways from the compatibility between Volvo electric cars and Tesla charging stations:

Volvo electric cars are not currently compatible with Tesla charging stations, but the companies have a partnership in the works to make it possible.

In the meantime, there are third-party adapters available for Volvo owners who need to use Tesla Superchargers, but it's important to research and use reputable adapters to avoid damage to your car.

Volvo has partnerships with other charging networks, which provide additional charging options for Volvo electric car owners.

Industry Statistics

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the sale of electric cars worldwide exceeded 3 million in 2020, which represents a 41% increase compared to 2019. In the US, EV sales increased by 4% in 2020, despite the pandemic's impact on the automotive industry. The IEA predicts the number of electric cars on the road will reach 145 million by 2030.

Conclusion

The compatibility of Volvo electric cars with Tesla charging stations is an exciting development in the EV industry. It shows that car manufacturers are willing to collaborate to make charging more accessible for consumers. Although the partnership between Volvo and Tesla has not yet resulted in a charging network, the availability of third-party adapters and Volvo's partnerships with other charging networks provide alternative solutions until compatibility is achieved.

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How is concrete strength affected by the usage of excess water?

In today’s world, concrete is the backbone of modern infrastructure, providing strength and durability to buildings, roads, and bridges. For the proper functioning, longevity, and stability of the infrastructure, it is crucial to achieve optimal concrete strength. Optimal concrete strength refers to the desired or specified strength level that meets the requirements of a particular construction project and is typically measured in terms of compressive strength, which indicates the maximum amount of compressive load that the concrete can withstand without failure.

Concrete strength is commonly specified using the compression strength class, such as C20/25, C30/37, or C40/50, where the numbers represent the characteristic cylinder compressive strength in megapascals (MPa). The first number (e.g., C20, C30, etc.) represents the compressive strength required after 28 days of curing, while the second number (e.g., 25, 37, etc.) indicates the maximum compressive strength a concrete can achieve.

Role of Water in concrete strength

Water is one of the key ingredients used in the formation of concrete. Following are the key aspects through which you will understand the role of water in concrete strength.

Hydration: Water initiates and facilitates the chemical reaction between cement and other cementitious products like fly ash, siliceous earth, slag, etc., thus causing the hardening of concrete. The hardening of concrete happens through a process called hydration. These reactions result in the formation of calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) gel, which is the primary binding agent in hardened concrete.

Workability: Water is essential for achieving the desired workability or fluidity of the concrete mixture during the mixing, placing, and finishing. The proper amount of water ensures that the concrete is easily mixed, transported, and placed into the desired forms without segregation or excessive bleeding.

Does water increases the strength of concrete

Water is essential for proper hydration to maintain the recommended water-to-cement ratio (w/c ratio). As mentioned earlier, water initiates the chemical reaction allowing the concrete to take the desired structure. It provides the necessary environment for the cement particles to dissolve and react, resulting in the formation of calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H) gel, which contributes to the strength and durability of concrete. Water itself does not increase the strength of concrete but decreases the strength if used in excess.

Effect of excess water on the concrete strength

The water-cement ratio determines the strength and durability of the concrete. While water is necessary for the hydration process, it decreases the strength of concrete when used in excess. This happens due to the dilution of the cement paste, which weakens the resulting structure, thus causing early cracks in the foundation. Excess water also increases the porosity of the concrete, creating voids and reducing its density. This, in turn, compromises its strength, durability, and resistance to various external factors such as freeze-thaw cycles, chemical attacks, and abrasion.

Reduces compressive strength: Excess water disrupts the ability to hydrate and create strong bonds. As a result, the concrete’s compressive strength, which determines its load-bearing capacity, is significantly reduced. Thus excess water leads to structural failures and compromises the overall safety of a construction project.

Shrinkage and cracking: The presence of cracks weakens the concrete and provides pathways to moisture and other hazardous chemical reactions. This happens because, during the drying process, excess water evaporates, thus leaving behind empty spaces. As these spaces collapse, shrinkage occurs, causing cracks to develop.

Ensure the proper strength and durability of the concrete to maintain the recommended water-cement ratio during the mixing process. Additionally, utilizing chemical admixtures like plasticizers or superplasticizers can improve workability without compromising strength, allowing for a reduced water-to-cement ratio. Apart from this, not only the required amount of water but also using the best quality cement is essential. Various cement brands, such as Wonder Cement, Shree Cement, Ultratech Cement, Ambuja Cement, etc., are available in the market, making them an ideal choice for gaining perfect concrete strength.

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In 2019 environmental disasters accounted for three times the number of internal displacements than those caused by conflict and violence. The UN Migration Agency estimates that by 2050, there could be between 25 million and 1 billion people moving for climate-related reasons globally

Developing Skills for Women Leadership in Climate Action - C40 Cities with the support of the Fondation L’Oréal

[20th-century-railroading]

CON10008DO by Stanley Short Via Flickr: A westbound Conrail TV train races through Huntingdon, PA on March 27, 1999, led by C40-8 No. 6046. Conrail's days were numbered and trips trackside were happening with greater frequency to get what we could before being replaced with NS black.

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Xiaomi Poco F5 Sighted on IMEI Database; Here's Everything We Know About it

The Poco F5 will soon join Xiaomi’s prestigious F-series as a fresh addition. The phone has begun performing certification runs, and we have discovered it for the first time on the IMEI database. Here is everything we currently know about the Xiaomi Poco F5. Aso Read: Xiaomi Poco C40 Price in Pakistan The newcomer had the “Poco F5” moniker and the model number “23049PCD8G,” as listed in the…

[yugiohcardsdaily]

Number C40: Gimmick Puppet of Dark Strings

“3 Level 9 monsters

When this card is Special Summoned: Destroy the monsters with String Counters, and if you do, draw 1 card, then inflict damage to your opponent equal to the highest original ATK among those destroyed monsters in the Graveyard (your choice, if tied). Once per turn: You can detach 1 Xyz Material from this card; place 1 String Counter on each face-up monster your opponent controls.”

[race-week]

Is it helpful for the team for drivers to test old cars? Or is it just for the drivers’ benefit? (Also I’m curious: when you see a car name like MCL35 or whatever, do you usually know exactly what year it’s from? Also, is there a pattern teams follow with the numbers so you could guess what year if you didn’t know off the top of your head?)

It’s mostly just for the drivers benefit as they get to develop skills and also keep themselves switched on, but obviously it’s helpful for the team to compare driver characteristics and driver ability.

For the most part I just know certain years cars by heart, they all have their own naming methods.

When it comes to knowing what year it is, most teams will be testing 2021 cars as they are the most recent ones. When it comes to earlier cars there’s usually slight differences that can be picked up on.

Mercedes: W[number], e.g. W13 is the current car, W is for Wagen the German for car and the number is the iteration of the car. The W01 was the first Mercedes F1 car from 2010, so with Mercedes it’s pretty easy to work it out

Red Bull: RB[number], e.g. RB18 is the current car. RB stands for Red Bull and the number is the iteration of the car, with the RB1 being the 2005 car, although they called what should have been the RB17 the RB16B because of its similarities to its predecessor.

Ferrari: there is no naming method here at the moment, they just tend to name their cars after certain anniversaries

McLaren: MCL[number], e.g. MCL36 is the current car, the MCL stands for McLaren and the number is carried over from their older F1 cars which were named MP4-[number], the numbers are pretty continuous (2021 was MCL35M though because of its similarities to the 2020 car the MCL35)

Alpine: A5[year], e.g. A522 is the current car, the numbering system is in reference to Alpine’s road car naming system

AlphaTauri: AT[number], e.g. AT03 is the current car. AT stands for AlphaTauri, their first year was 2020 and they ran the AT01 and since then it’s been consecutive

Aston Martin: AMR[year], e.g. AMR22 is the current car. AMR stands for Aston Martin Racing and 22 is for 2022

Williams: FW[number], e.g. FW44 is the current car. FW stands for Frank Williams, who founded the team and the number is in reference to the number of iterations of the car, starting with the Williams FW in 1973.

Alfa Romeo: C[number], e.g. C42 is the current car. The C stands for Christine which was the wife of the previous owner of the team (Peter Sauber), starting with the C12 in 1993 (C40 skipped)

Haas: VF-[year], e.g. VF-22 is the current car. Their initial F1 car was the VF-16 which debuted for the 2016 season. Haas is actually a machining company who makes milling machines and their first one was called the VF-1 which unofficially stood for Very First 1, the F1 car names are a homage to that.