Thread: Hybrid steam engine: I swear I had this idea independently
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Old 11-16-2007, 06:51 AM
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Possibly. Steam is a potent source of power.

Take a look at those huge steam engines powered by a two cylinder engine. The engines had a long stroke though!

I think the waste through heat on a gas engine is around 30 to 40%. A diesel does a lot better. That is why a diesel runs so cool when not loaded.

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