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Gary S.
 
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On 27 Feb 2005 06:35:50 -0800, "Tinkerntom" wrote:

Why not measure the HR of the engine? I've read that the well trained
athelete can output something in the neighborhood of 1/4 HP. All the
variables of measuring the work accomplished would not change the power
rating of the motor, if it is power you are after! TnT


Different muscle groups may output different amounts of energy/power,
whatever the potential of the CV system.

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Gary (net.yogi.bear)
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