Paper cars may run on liquid nitrogen in 20 years
Reno researchers predict nitrogen powered vehicles could be mass produced within two decades at gasoline competitive prices. Prof Lindley Manning and Richard Schneider have a prototype using paper and fiberglass body, designed for 60 mph, with nitrogen exhaust and safety benefits.
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Nitrogen car idea faces hurdles for pollution fight
Steam powered vehicles promise less pollution, but William Lear of Reno labels the nitrogen car an academic solution. A $1 billion upgrade to service stations is needed to dispense nitrogen, while dwindling fossil fuels could justify the investment. Menning aims to finish the car for the Urban Vehicle Design Competition in Midland, Michigan, in August.
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