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Please don't put the Harvester engine behind/below the rear axle

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Reading over the patent information was interesting in a few areas. I recognize not all of these will pan out, but I suspect some are engineering goals at least.

They actually mentioned diesel as a potential fuel source, so I'm guessing they didn't get the memo from VW. :ROFLMAO: I get it though, you want to cover all bases on a patent application.

The Harvester will be mounted on it's own subframe and will be easily removable by disconnecting the fuel lines and wiring harness. I'm guessing this will be the method for servicing the engine.

The Harvester can be removed altogether, allowing the vehicle to operate like a normal BEV without affecting roadworthiness.

The Harvester/subframe will be part of the crash-absorbing structure. With that said, I don't know how removing it wouldn't affect roadworthiness. It looks like the rear bumper will be a separate entity, but the rear portion of the Harvester subframe will actually be the cross member for the trailer hitch/receiver.

The Harvester is possible to be installed on vehicles not originally equipped, though it didn't say where it'd get the gas since the gas tank is not part of the subassembly. Seems odd to me. Will vehicles not equipped have the Harvester wiring harness preinstalled? Also seems odd to me. I definitely rule this out
 
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