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Originally Posted by bmwboarder
I think the premise of any tiny engine that only has to have a max of 30hp power and always runs at full efficiency would be cool. I wonder how much would get lost converting from gas to electricity and then being used by the electric motors though. Definitely a fun topic though  |
Again... I think you could get close to 40% efficiency with a recuperator BTU -> Amps (lets say 35%) with tech. here today.. where as Fuel cels are about 40%. Beauty of a turbo-gen set is the simplicity... Generator and turbine share a common shaft.. spin-up >add heat (they're not picky from what... how about alcohol you brewed up in your back yard using yard waste?) and you've got plenty of juice for your batteries or electric motor(s)
Doubt Detroit will ever do it however... Big ships turn very slowly.