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The reason I asked about "modern materials" was - if a simple single speed 360rpm, 25Hp/18.65kW triple expansion could be "designed for manufacturing" with plastics, carbon fiber, fiber glass, Torlon, Teflon, etc., connected to a 18kW Alternator. I'm guessing it could be like ICs, the first...

Hello; I've often wondered why conventional steam engines HAVE NOT been constructed of modern materials? Some examples is "Torlon" it is a plastic used to construct race engine blocks. OR carbon fiber? OR fiber glass? OR custom metals for push rods? OR Teflon for pistons and barrels??? Could...