How can I build a wood gasifier for my truck and generator?

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Building a wood gasifier for a truck and generator has gained interest following a popular TV episode showcasing its use. The discussion highlights the importance of researching existing resources, including numerous articles and forums dedicated to the topic. A recommended technical reference is the book "Biomass Gasification and Pyrolysis: Practical Design and Theory" by Basu for in-depth understanding. Participants emphasize the need for practical designs and safety considerations in the construction process. This method of gasification is seen as a viable option for those interested in sustainable energy solutions.
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hey guys, I came to your great forum because of a tv episode on nat geo the other night. Evo posted a thread that is creating a lot of waves in the prepping community

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=510194"

but anywho I digress, I asked a question about building the wood gasifier and Evo suggested I post this here, on this part of the video you can see they built a wood gasifier to run their truck and genny, any ideas how I can go about doing this? thanks for your time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=20fjEKnjDxU"
 
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I'm sure you've already Googled "wood gasifier" and seen the large number of webpages and articles on it from a hobby or survivalist or back-to-nature perspective. If you want a more technical source of information you might check out the text Biomass Gasification and Pyrolysis: Practical Design and Theory by Basu.
 

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