To the thread:
I went to the trouble to research the patent issue because my integrity was called into question by Mr. Travis in message:
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I responded to him as follows:
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I received a private message from Mr. Travis over the weekend apologizing for his comments. I ask him to retract in this public forum what he wrote in his response. Perhaps he is busy with other matters so I will wait a little longer for him to do so before commenting.
Having done the research into the patent issue, I would suggest that comfort can be drawn from the fact a valid Australian patent exists. However, as of yet, there is no independent confirmation of a valid US application except for the letter posted on AENG's website. I would also recommend that the comments of the experts be heeded in regards the breadth or narrowness of a patent and its ultimate value.
Notwithstanding the validity of the australian patent, in my opinion, AENG has engaged in hype. In particular, the torque and horsepower graphs comparing the engine to a 350 V8 is misleading due to the extrapolation of the curves. Again, in my opinion and experience, a reputable professional engineer would not dare to present the information in such a fashion.
Also, I continue to be concerned, perhaps unjustifiable so, that the Shelby and Teague letters have not been posted as graphics on the website. They certainly did it for the patent attorney letter. These letters would be no more trouble.
I am glad that civility seems to have broken out on the thread, except for some posts which have seemingly disappeared. Is the author in Jill Jail?
Finally, I would like to get into a discussion of the valuation of the stock. Some very large numbers have been thrown around which I think will not pass the "reasonable man" test. IMO, the current stock price is unsupportable. But that is the purpose of this forum.
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