>From the figures quoted the payback period sounds like at least 2 years and may be rather more, depending on wear and tear on the sail. Good by many standards, but certainly not 'free'. Russell > "German ship fights climate change with high-tech kite" > http://www.reuters.com/article/inDepthNews/idUSL1548100520071217?sp=true > -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist