Re: [cdn-nucl-l] See You In Court

[AtomicRod@aol.com]

In a message dated 12/2/04 8:24:21 PM, randal.leavitt@rogers.com writes:


> Trains can pick up energy from
> overhead lines.  Trucks are a bit of a problem.  They would probably
> have to drop off the spent aluminum and pick up a fresh block to
> continue going.  They don't have much time for recharging.  And
> airplanes may have to continue using oil based fuels.


Randal:

Don't be so sure. Large planes and trains can, in fact be supplied with nuclear power sources using currently available technology. Both were considered in the 1950s, but there were some technical material limits then that no longer exist.

Rod