Microwave engine claiming free energy

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The discussion centers around a concept involving the use of a magnetron from a microwave oven in a steam turbine setup, purportedly as a highly efficient steam turbine. However, significant concerns are raised about the lack of specific details regarding which magnetron to use, the absence of mathematical backing for the claims made, and the rudimentary nature of the provided instructions, which do not adequately explain the installation process. Additionally, it is noted that this engine concept was initially tested in 1992, and the original proponent expresses an inability to secure funding for further development or patenting, suggesting skepticism about its viability. Overall, the consensus leans towards the belief that the proposed idea is not feasible.
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I found this just a while ago...

http://amasci.com/freenrg/magputt.txt

The whole idea is to take a magnetron froma microwave oven and install it in a combustion engine. The problem is this guy says it is to be used as a steam turbine, not a combustion engine (and that it is the most effecient steam turbine ever!). He does not state which magnetron to use. Further he gives no math to his claims or any of his 'research'. And lastly the instructions are rudimentary, he does not even explain how to uninstall a magnetron and install it, just where to install it. There are many other occurring errors.


This here really debunks the idea:
This engine was first tested in 1992. I am however unable to invest the
required capital to produce a more sophisticated model and therefore unable to
patent it. Even though I may not be able to profit from this technology, it
is too good to be kept to myself and I would like to spread it around so that
others may be able to use it.

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