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Re: Pneumatic Engine
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lugnet.technic
Date: 
Wed, 23 Apr 2003 16:49:51 GMT
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I really like the 'double overhead cam shaft' solution. A bit like the
Ducati desmo system, where valves are closed by rockers rather than the
usual springs.

Duq

"Tobbe Arnesson" <StPnAtM@lotek.nu> wrote in message
news:HDqyyw.1p0M@lugnet.com...
> In lugnet.technic, Max Maxwell writes:
> > Has anyone else checked out Alex Zorko's web site today?
> > 
> > http://www.nicjasno.com
> > 
> > What he can build with pneumatic parts is simply amazing! 1140 RPMs with • a
> > pneumatic engine! And looking for 2000 RPM! I can't wait until there are
> > some instructions available for the v8 engine. I hope he does reach that
> > 2000 RPM mark.
> 
> Insane!
> 
> 
> > I just wonder how he opened up the pneumatic air intakes to
> > flow more air. His engines and models are just awesome! I honestly can't • say
> > enough about them! You should really check them out for yourself!
> 
> He probably used a drill and bored them up a notch or two.
> 
> Best regards,
> /Tobbe
> http://www.lotek.nu
> (remove SPAM when e-mailing)



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(...) Insane! (...) He probably used a drill and bored them up a notch or two. Best regards, /Tobbe (URL) SPAM when e-mailing) (24 years ago, 22-Apr-03, to lugnet.technic)

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