Fuel Economics for Engine Manufacturers, Electricity Providers, and Energy Producers.

I have always wondered how to increase the efficiency of a log burning over an extended period of time, rather than using up all of the energy as it is presented, as fast as possible by nature.  In other words, a log on fire will burn as fast as it can, expending all of its energy, governed by the laws of nature.

What if we could, "unnaturally" extend this burn to use up the energy over a longer period of time?

In reference to engines, I think the answer would be to have another port in the cylinder to emit a flame retardant, water vapor being the cheapest idea.  As for the log, a humidified atmosphere surround it (acting as a flame retardant) would be the answer.

Oil burns slow, lasts long, but is a huge pollutant.  A water vapor injection system would be the way to go as it only produces steam (humidity).  Computers could determine the amount of retardant needed to relax the engine's demand on combustion.

There you have it World.

Peace Out, EinStud,
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