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Self-Powering LPE Idea
RcRacer99 replied to RcRacer99's topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
Doh! Thanks everyone for the quick replies though! -
Self-Powering LPE Idea
RcRacer99 posted a topic in LEGO Technic, Mindstorms, Model Team and Scale Modeling
I am a fairly new member to the Lego community but have immediately been interested in LPEs. Here is my idea: Has anybody ever built or thought about powering a compressor with the engine itself. So instead of having a compressor powered by a PF motor, connect the crankshaft of the engine to it. This removes the need for the motor entirely. You will obviously need some sort of external pump to get the engine turning over as a start, similar to a starter motor. The other problem I have thought of is that it will create a never ending cycle of the engine going faster and faster and faster, assuming that the compressor can produce more air than the engine needs and vice versa. I currently do not have the resources to test this myself so any feedback would be amazing! Is this a stupid idea? Are there other things I haven't thought of? What are your thoughts on this project? Thanks! -
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RcRacer99 replied to Pandora's topic in New Member Section - PLEASE READ BEFORE STARTING!
I can't believe you've done this.