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Have always loved this experiment since I was a child. A lot of people think the vacuum is caused by the flame using up the oxygen in the bottle but it is caused by the air expanding from the heat and pushing out around the egg. As soon as the air starts to cool it contracts, the egg seals opening and creates a vacuum.

All the energy to run this generator is coming from the burning of gasoline in the car. Nothing is free. Just plug in a battery charger at home for more fuel efficient power generation. Beutifujl design work though.

Have you ever checked how much waste water the average house generates? I suspect that the amount of energy you can recover is minimal compared to the cost of installing and maintaining the system. I really like the concept and thinking out of the box but I think your numbers are just not going to add up.

I like it when people think outside the box. Who knows what this could lead to plus you were able to exercise your brain and use your skills.

I guess I better start drinking a lot of wine. Interesting idea. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks for sharing. Great write up and nice project!

A single candle only puts out about 80 watts of power. Good idea for a one man tent though. Will have to give it a try.