Pnumovation

by Anthonie
(Virginia Beach, Virginia)

I would probably like to own such a car if it was economic enough. I would imagine it would serve its purpose just fine for point A to B. It would not be a speed demon by any means.

If it was slated to come to America or Europe I can see the larger car companies lobbying against it. It would simply be too big of a thorn in its size with not using gas and not from them.

They mentioned in the article the impact on where the electricity came from. If people are not buying gas for it, the money they would be saving on gas would go to feed the electric bill, either costing more then they would save which would be bad, or saving some with the added benefit of not adding a larger carbon footprint.

Barry's Response - Anthonie, this car doesn't solve all problems, does it? It's a step in the "thinking outside the box" direction, though.

Oil companies would have an even bigger problem with this car than vehicle manufacturers. There are a lot of problems with this idea:

Any process changing energy from one form to another has intrinsic friction. It's more energy lost to friction the more changes there are (e.g., fuel > electricity > compressed air > mechanical = 4 changes).

Decompression leads to ice forming on components. A rapid compression raises the cartridge's temperature. It loses pressure when it cools while resting.

These cars only go a few miles at this point in creation. We're waiting for solid proof on some claims for greater success.

Also, "Pnumovation" is awesome. What's the story behind that name?

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We don't have solid answers yet, but we can dream...

Compressed air Cars. A symphony of innovation and efficiency in the future!

Imagine yourself driving down the highway in your sleek, futuristic vehicle, a silent guardian of the environment, with the wind gently tousling your hair as you defy the norms of the gasoline-guzzling world. But is this a real ride or just a mirage? We'll unravel the story of the compressed air car.

Consider yourself behind the wheel of an economic wonder, gliding effortlessly from point A to point B. Racing Ferraris isn't the point; it's about reducing your carbon tire print, giving Mother Nature a wink, and standing up to those gas-guzzling Goliaths.

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Buckle up, eco-conscious explorers, because the road ahead is paved with curiosity and innovation. The compressed air car is a part of the story of human ingenuity, whether it becomes the norm or remains a niche - a quest for cleaner roads, brighter futures, and maybe even a ride that makes you feel like you're floating on a cloud of sustainable dreams.