So often in a group you will have some one who runs around and tries to shoot down every idea they come too. One must be amazed at these folks and wonder what on Earth are they trying to prove? Recently in an online think tank forum just such a man critiqued and idea to use a stationary bicycle in a spacecraft to keep the batteries topped off, by harnessing the energy created from pedaling.

Eventually this gentleman after going on and on about what a bad idea and concept this was, even though we know all astronauts should exercise, the originator of the idea stated;

Actually your critique lacks;

1.) Proof of Statement

2.) Signs of clearly not understanding subject matter

3.) Relevant Arguments

4.) Alternative Solution

Therefore your comments are irrelevant and unworthy of consideration, do not belong on a think tank and clearly are in need of a "Can Do" attitude. The posting of the concept is reality based and dust devils on Mars do have energy. It is plausible to harvest this energy. It makes sense to harvest energy, which is already there and thus practical if we can figure out how. And this is an original thought and I have searched the Internet and scientific papers and cannot find anything close anyone has ever put forth, yet would like to see such research.

I find it odd that you poo poo the idea of collecting this energy rather than letting it simply blow away? Tell me dear sir; please state an original idea. One, name one and post it here on the board under any category. A challenge perhaps? You seem to be pretty sure of yourself? Show us. I have posted over 1000 original ideas and incase you do not think so. Check the dates on the posts. How many original ideas did you come up with this week? Are you living in reality? Is it plausible you could do this, would it be practical for the human race if you posted an original thought? Consider this in 2006.