bill dunn wrote:

Thanks
I can see the power strokes are almost 180 degrees out of phase but not
quite, but there is symmetric overlap between the two rotors. Very slick
,can see how this engine is so smooth. I agree that this is the engine of
the future. How light do you think it could practically be made without
sacrificing longevity or reliability?

bd

If you don't mind spending big bucks for det coated cast aluminum end
housings you might get 50 pounds out of the 190 pound bare block
engine weight. Cast aluminum end housings run $1500 each and there are
three. We have some people on here working on NC milled versions
that may come in at a lower cost.
 
Paul Lamar
 
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