You’re probably
correct about the time period, George.
However, if you take
the CC increase, the torque increase across the entire rpm range (as you
indicated) and the lighter weight, there is no question in my mind that its
going to be a significant improvement for aircraft. I calculated that it
should put out close to 220 HP at a little over 6500 rpm. Perhaps more
important, you can swing a larger (or additional blades) on a prop for more
low airspeed performance given the additional torque from the
engine.
You are correct,
thought, until we actually get one of the beast in our hands, its all
speculation. If its much over 5 years, I may just have to convert to a
Renesis {:>)
Ed
From:
Rotary motors in aircraft
[mailto:flyrotary@lancaironline.net] On
Behalf Of George Lendich
Sent: Sunday, January 18, 2009 4:41
PM
To: Rotary motors in aircraft
Subject: [FlyRotary] Re: Fwd: Exclusively
For Mazda Zoom-Zoom Insiders
From what I've read, and taking
the current economic climate and their effect of car sales,into
consideration, I suspect it will be another five or six years
away.
I don't believe the engine will be
much more powerful but torqier with the larger stroke. The design will be
slanted toward pollution control, rather than extra power, as evidence by the
narrowing of the rotor to retain more heat in the combustion chamber, for more
complete fuel burn.
Some suggest for better power a
wider rotor (combustion chamber) would be better suited to our needs
as in the Aixro (spelling ?) go-cart motor - which has had some success in
micro-light aircraft requiring up to 50
hp.
Personally I unsure, but the proof
will be in the finished product.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday,
January 19, 2009 4:14 AM
Subject:
[FlyRotary] Re: Fwd: Exclusively For Mazda Zoom-Zoom
Insiders
Thanks,
Bob
I really like this
part :
A fundamental
part of Mazda's heritage, the gasoline rotary engine, will be substantially
upgraded in the early 2010s. Currently referred to as the 16X, the next
rotary engine will offer substantially improved performance and economy
through use of Direct Injection Spark Ignition and high-speed combustion
technology, enfolded in new rotary dimensions.
Early 2010’s? I
guess that might include 2011? That was another sources
estimate. Well, if that happens, then my next rotary transplant will
be the 16B – can’t wait.
Ed
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