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Originally Posted by nduffy
Would this concept work with turbo props? Seeing a turbo prop is essentially a jet engine. Would open up some interesting doors for aircraft, Like a C-130 or OV-10 or even helicopters. There is also the venerable old Otter and Aztec. Perfect aircraft for the MP.. They were designed for less than ideal run ways.
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No reason it couldn't work. The air plasma is just used to drive the turbine just like burning fuel. Since they are just using microwaves to produce the air plasma, there is probably not much in additional shielding needed.