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Old 12-03-2010, 11:27 PM   #75 (permalink)
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I guess I should clarify: a narrow efficiency band. Electric motors do not require transmissions, nor do steam engines.

Surely an ICE can be designed that beats the best we have now? Is an external combustion required? What would it take to get 50-60% efficiency?

'Cuz electrics are up close to 95%...
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