Rankine Car

About the Rankine Car

• This is a car that moves itself across the table from the carbon dioxide created by vinegar and baking soda.
• It is based off of the Rankine Cycle Engine that is used on old steam locomotives.
• Baking soda and vinegar are added to the pressure tank, where they generate pressure to power the double-acting cylinder.
• The car will power itself across a surface under its own power.
• There are some concerns of safety such as over presurization and the use of the chemicals.
• This wil be a moderately priced toy due to the tolerances and assembly needed for the cylinder
• Materials will be made out of ABS and possibly PET plastics and hand assembeled.