Wednesday, November 25, 2009

A THANKSGIVING SONG

Our stated goal has always been "To wean America from its dependence on foreign oil." It is a cause that should never have even a single detractor. However, because of the complexity of the challenges, technologically, politically or otherwise, we are certain it could not be done unless we involve people beyond the motorsports community. These efforts must transcend this generation. For if we succeed in achieving this goal, it will be one generation’s gift to the next. It is an interesting point to make when one considers this generation has earned the dual title of being not only “the laziest generation” but also “the brokest generation” bequeathed with the biggest deficit in America’s history.

We calculate that this generation couldn’t solve this problem of America's addiction to foreign oil all by themselves. We say this in a way JFK might have said it - "not because they are lazy but because they are broke". As a result, we've had to find a way to make this cause appealing to the next generation, as well. So, to that end, we dedicate this song to our future team members born and unborn. We pre-apologize for passing on these challenges but will endeavor to lessen the impact so you won't be too financially strapped.

It is one of rock’s classic tunes covered by the Sesame Street Rock Band. It’s very hot ….. Happy Thanksgiving to One and All.

Friday, November 20, 2009

PALM SPRINGS TRIP

We were on the road early Wednesday to get to the “Hydrogen Fuel Cell Convention” in Palm Springs, CA. The purpose of the trip was to create contacts with individuals who are in the forefront of developing these technologies. On the trip with me were Dan Deluca and Jesse Meza, both ex-Marines who see the need to find alternative forms of energy.

What emerged from the trip was the commitment to run two different hydrogen approaches. There are really two ways to power a car using hydrogen. First, there is the ICE Approach - acronyms for “Internal Combustion Engine”. This is where hydrogen is used as a fuel to power an engine internally. Then, there is the “Fuel Cell” that uses hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, which in turn produces the power to turn the wheels of the car.

On our way back, we made the decision to develop both systems and compare it to see if there is one that is best suited for our application. Next step is to look for two cars as donors for our development program.

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