Allison engines vs Merlins for racing

[Exhaustgases]

Re: Allison engines vs Merlins for racing

Since I don't have patents, who could I talk to about some ideas I have?

[IcePaq]

Re: Allison engines vs Merlins for racing

Build a working model first.

Sure, I know that a perpetual motion machine is the only device in which you have to demonstrate a working model in order to get a patent..........but........it does go a long way.

Also remember that a patent is only as good as the ability to enforce it.

Best idea is to make device and try to gain market share quickly while hoping the money comes in fast enough to allow you to ramp up production capability before the copycats show up........... if it hits big.

[F4D Phantom II]

Re: Allison engines vs Merlins for racing

The Idea of connecting a turbo via shaft to the engine to use exhaust gas energy is old, Wright R-3350 Turbo-Compound engines using 3 turbos connected to the engine via fluid couplings were used in the Lockheed constellation and Douglas DC 7.

[IcePaq]

Re: Allison engines vs Merlins for racing

Yep......used to work on them.

What I showed up top is an electric motor/generator connected to the center bearing section of a turbocharger.