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Old 02-22-2009, 08:41 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by ConnClark View Post
I don't buy it. It may get 600 Watts running flat out

This is just sensationalistic marketing hype.
What happened to this guys idea.
Johnson Electro Mechanical Systems

Anyway, There are already Chinese 250 watt per sq. foot thermjunctions for sale although they need a temp difference of about 400C & 25C to operate near that (never bought one, maybe they lie)

I agree with roflwaffle...
I would not doubt a 5% mileage gain, many alternators are not real efficient across their range; couple the belt and frictional losses that should be childs play to get a 5% increase with smarter alternator management.
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