Recent content by Old Pokey

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    What steps need to be taken for successful human colonization of Mars?

    I wonder what if anything "nanotechnology" could bring to the table on a trip like this. ??
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    How Does Compression Ratio Affect Heat Generation in ICEs?

    Hi. I'm new here too, and likely can't help much, but would like to try if I may, given the interest I have in your experiment. Maybe this is an article that has some insight. http://www.streetrodstuff.com/Articles/Engine/Detonation/ I don't have any "rule of thumb" for the compression...
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    Forced induction and wastegates

    Hi all. New guy here with his first post. I hope I do this right and make friends, not enemies. If I may post this link as a little help with this subject. http://www.streetracersonline.com/articles/turbo/wastegate.php It should also be noted IMO, that there are many different types of...