Comments by "Tony Wilson" (@tonywilson4713) on "Genius Bladeless Hydro Turbine is Cheaper Than Solar" video.

AEROSPACE ENGINEER HERE: My first thought on seeing the link was "Oh not another one" but on seeing this its actually clever. That doesn't mean its going to change the world, but we have to start using these sorts of different technologies where they work. I don't think the efficiency is anywhere near the issue that so many bring up when it comes to energy. The more important thing is can any particular system deliver what's needed at an acceptable price without negative side effects. People need to realise that geography has a lot to do with what we can access. Not everywhere is great for solar or wind or hydro, but some of these smaller systems make it possible to use geographic resources that are otherwise not feasible.
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@cb-vi3he Can people like PLEASE not jump in with completely nonsensical statements. FIRST - NOTHING, and I really do mean NOTHING that humans build is 100% efficient. SECOND - Archimedes screws are far from being more efficient than Pelton or bladed turbines. If they were then we'd use them. They aren't which is why we don't.
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