Oh, I understand your position completely, and it's very rational. It will be some time before the Cyclone will be seen in the market, especially the automotive power plant. I'm not trying to sell the Cyclone more than simply making people aware of the alternative. The first applications will be their small engines (for lawn equipment, to replace dirty two stroke gas engines), the 10 KW generators, and their micro turbines. Although personally, I am convinced that on net balance steam power is best for automotive propulsion. It is the elegant solution. But I will stick around and learn more about hybrid technology.

Speaking of hybrids, what do you think of the upcoming Chevy Volt? I like the idea of a series hybrid (pure electric drive) with a modular design. A small Diesel power plant in a series hybrid configuration would probably be unbeatable in its thermal efficiency, possibly even for a Cyclone. And as you emphasize, the technology is already there. I am looking forward to the Volt, and I hope that the engineering is solid.... and I hope the price is right!

Do you expect the Volt to be a success? Do you believe the Volt to be a step in the right direction?