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Part 1: The David Strategy: The Future of Energy is Smaller Than You Think
We are used to thinking that big problems require giant solutions. Energy crisis? Build a massive power plant. Climate change? Wait for global corporate agreements. For years, we have lived as passive consumers, with the “Goliaths” of the energy market dictating prices, terms, and the rules of the game. But what if true power lies not in scale, but in autonomy?
At Brayton Power PUSH, we believe in the “David Strategy.” This isn’t about a head-on conflict with monopolies, but a clever and legal departure from their control. It’s about the belief that one person in their garage can change their energy balance by fitting it into the current natural cycle. Our mission is to give you a tool that turns you from a “dependent customer” into an “independent producer,” using what literally lies beneath your feet.
Today, we are taking a step that will take this resistance to a new level. But before we talk about the hardware, we must talk about Freedom.
↔️ Part 2: The Logic of Separation — The Power of Flexibility
In a conventional engine, everything happens in the same tight space. Compression, combustion, and expansion are forced into a single cylinder. This usually means a lot of compromises. But George Brayton envisioned a different path — one based on the Separation of Powers.
By separating the compressor from the expander, we create a modular system. This is the secret of our engine’s unique flexibility. Because the combustion happens outside the cylinder, the engine can use almost any heat source. Biomass, waste heat, or even concentrated solar energy — if it creates heat, it creates power.
This logic allows us to design each part independently. But here is the most interesting part for the 2026 maker: This separation allows us to use parts from old, used machines. We don’t need to manufacture expensive custom cylinders. Instead, we use Artificial Intelligence to calculate how parts from different sources can work together. AI bridges the gap between old vehicle components and high-precision energy systems. It makes custom engineering not just a dream, but a practical reality.
When you stop trying to force every process into one cylinder, the engine becomes an adaptable system, ready for any challenge.
┬──┬ Part 3: Engineering Mobility — A New Platform for “Frankenstein”
Every prototype has its “childhood” stage. Our engine started as a collection of core parts mounted on a solid metal base. To make it mobile, I used a clever hack: I took a heavy-duty mechanic’s stool, removed the seat, and mounted the engine on its steel frame.
For a long time, this “makeshift” solution worked perfectly. It allowed us to move the prototype around the garage easily.
But now, Frankenstein is ready to grow up.
Our goal is to reach the next level: The Monolith. We want to create a fully integrated, mobile energy lab where every component — the engine, the drive, and the furnace — is locked together in a single, solid unit. A system you can lift, load into a car, and drive thousands of kilometers without any extra preparation.
However, we have reached a physical limit. It is not just about the weight; it is about the geometry of the future. To add the furnace, we need more space for maintenance and safety. We don’t want to buy a trailer or a bigger van — that would be too expensive and create new complications. Instead, we decided to maximize the exact space we already have: the trunk of our current car. We measured it carefully: 1000 x 800 mm. This is the boundary of our mobility. Anything larger won’t fit; anything smaller is a missed opportunity to build the best lab possible.
Part 4: The Hardware Choice — Total Transparency
The answer turned out to be surprisingly simple and effective: A flat steel industrial pallet. It fits our requirements perfectly. It provides a 1000 x 800 mm surface, it is designed to carry up to 2000 kg, and it fits exactly into our car. Most importantly, it gives us the safety and stability required for a high-temperature furnace.
To make the Monolith a reality, we have selected a specific model: the FP 10 steel pallet from Denios.
We believe in total transparency. The cost of this foundation is based on a real market price, not a guess:
- Net Price: 1,248.00 zł
- VAT (23%): 287.04 zł
- Shipping: 0.00 zł (Free!)
- Total Goal: 1,535.04 zł
This is the exact amount needed to build the platform for our energy lab.
Part 5: Magical Math and BBQ — Join the Band on August 16th
If you are a person who prefers straight support without any games, we have a clear path for you. To simply support the hardware of the Monolith, please use multiples of 50 PLN (50, 100, 250, 500…). These “round” donations go directly to our industrial steel pallet. If you choose this path, you can stop reading here and head straight to the donation page.
However, we have reserved smaller or “unusual” amounts for a special activity during and after our fundraising campaign. This is where the real fun begins for those who want to join our Band.
August 16th is my 46th birthday, and we are planning a Demo Day & BBQ. Since our current workspace is too small for fire and smoke, we are taking the Mobile Lab to the people — to one of Gdańsk’s open BBQ zones. We will use a heavy-duty trolley to transport the Monolith from the parking lot to the party, proving that our tech is ready for the real world. We want to gather a Band of people who believe in autonomy and technical creativity. But to join us, you need a password.
And in our world, passwords are made of numbers.
The “secret code” for the BBQ is 46 PLN (representing my age). If you want to support the steel foundation AND join the party, you can combine these numbers using our formula: S = 46A + 50B.
How the magic works:
Imagine we receive a donation of 388 PLN. How do we know what you want?
- Find the next multiple of 50 higher than the donation. For 388, it is 400.
- Calculate the difference: 400 - 388 = 12.
- Divide the difference by 4: 12 / 4 = 3. This means A = 3 (you requested 3 spots at the BBQ). (Note: If the first result isn’t a whole number, simply move to the next multiple of 50, like 450, and try again. The math will always lead us to your true intent).
- Calculate the rest: 388 - (3 × 46) = 250.
- 250 / 50 = 5. This means B = 5 (you contributed 5 units of steel).
We are not just looking for funding; we are looking for those who appreciate the logic behind the numbers. If you solve this little puzzle, you are exactly the kind of person we want in our Band.
Part 6: Take Your Place in the Band
Our fundraising sprint starts on May 16th and will run for exactly 50 days, ending on July 5th.
The journey of Brayton Power PUSH has always been about taking small, logical steps toward a big dream. The Monolith is our next crucial step.
This is more than just a fundraising campaign for a steel pallet. It is the first solid step toward a fully functional Mobile Energy Lab. By supporting this project, you aren’t just a donor — you are becoming a foundational member of the Brayton Power PUSH movement.
Join our mission here: 
https://zrzutka.pl/vwtcb8
We invite you to join us, not as passive observers, but as a Band of pioneers who value energy autonomy and technical creativity.
If you believe that the future of energy should be in the hands of people, not just monopolies, please share this article with your fellow engineers, makers, and friends. Let’s see how far we can go when we build together.
Ivan Project Coordinator, Brayton Power PUSH
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Part 7: Podsumowanie (Po polsku)
O co w tym wszystkim chodzi?
Projekt Brayton Power PUSH wchodzi w kluczową fazę. Tworzymy silnik oparty na cyklu Braytona, który zamiast skomplikowanych i drogich rozwiązań, stawia na elastyczność i „wszystkożerność” paliwową. Dzięki oddzieleniu procesów sprężania i rozprężania, nasz system może działać na dowolnym źródle ciepła — od biomasy po słońce — wykorzystując przy tym sprawdzone komponenty ze starych silników samochodowych, wspierane obliczeniami AI.
Problem „Frankensteina”
Nasz prototyp, czule nazywany „Frankensteinem”, wyrósł ze swoich dotychczasowych ram. Do tej pory służył nam zmodyfikowany stolek warsztatowy, ale aby ruszyć dalej i zamontować piec grzewczy, potrzebujemy czegoś znacznie solidniejszego. Kolejny etap to budowa Monolitu — mobilnego laboratorium, które będzie bezpieczne, stabilne i gotowe do transportu w bagażniku zwykłego samochodu.
Cel: 1 535,04 PLN
Nie szukamy „okrągłych” sum z sufitu. Potrzebujemy dokładnie tyle, ile kosztuje profesjonalna stalowa paleta przemysłowa Denios (1248 zł netto + VAT). To będzie nasz fundament pod wolność energetyczną.
Dołącz do naszej ekipy (Band)!
Zbiórka funduszy na Zrzutka.pl potrwa dokładnie 50 dni: od 16 maja do 5 lipca. Ten czas pozwoli nam na zakup palety i integrację systemu. Natomiast wielki finał, czyli Demo Day & BBQ z okazji moich 46. urodzin, odbędzie się 16 sierpnia w Gdańsku. To właśnie wtedy Monolit zostanie zaprezentowany w pełnej okazałości w jednej z miejskich stref grillowych. Przygotowaliśmy małą „matematyczną grę” dla darczyńców:
- Wpłaty 46 PLN — to Twój kod dostępu i zaproszenie na BBQ (symbolika wieku).
- Wpłaty będące wielokrotnością 50 PLN — to bezpośrednie wsparcie zakupu palety.
- Możesz je łączyć! Nasz algorytm S = 46A + 50B pozwoli nam odczytać Twoje intencje.
Zapraszamy do wsparcia i udostępniania. Budujmy tę technologię razem!
Ivan Project Coordinator, Brayton Power PUSH
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