Ristel & Tether
Tether
I’ve been curious about how a chaotic, high‑speed engine would impact fuel costs and market demand. Would you be willing to share your latest prototype, so I can run a quick risk‑reward analysis?
Ristel
Sure, but you’re on your own with the cleanup. The prototype is a mid‑size jet‑turbine that’s basically a repurposed airplane engine glued onto a motorcycle frame. It burns about 15 gallons of fuel every 100 miles, so the fuel cost is high, but it cuts travel time by roughly 50%. The market’s a mixed bag – speed junkies love it, but the price of gas is going to bite the profit margins hard unless you find a cheaper fuel or a way to capture the heat. Keep an eye on the thermal output; that’s where most of the risk comes in.
Tether
That’s a solid starting point. I’ll calculate the break‑even fuel price by taking the 15 gallons per 100 miles and the 50% time savings into account. If I can model the thermal output and see how much heat can be recycled—say, to preheat the next batch of fuel or run a small generator—I might push the margin a bit higher. I’ll keep a close eye on the fuel‑to‑profit ratio and flag any volatility in gas prices that could hit the bottom line.
Ristel
Sounds like you’re on the right track, but remember—if you actually want to recycle that heat, you might need a second set of wheels and a dash of contraptions. Keep fiddling with the engine, and if the price swings, just blast the regulator and see if the engine can handle a bit of turbulence. Good luck, and keep the fuel on the right side of the scale!