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Old 04-02-2009 | 09:13 AM
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Default RE: Class Survey (please help)

Operating time will decrease, not increase. The increased load on the system (force used to operate the turbine) will always consume more energy than it can generate. You end up with a net loss of energy due to inefficiencies in power generation, heat, friction, etc. Increased load on the electric motor used in propelling the vehicle forward will result in that motor's efficiency to decrease as well.