Now why would anyone be skeptical of an experimental unit generating 470 kw just because its sitting next to a running generator capable of producing 500 kw? I'm sure the numbers are just coincidental.
“is probably rated for 500 kW (my guess)”
Why would you have to guess about this? Were there no nameplates or labels?
EVERYBODY will be skeptical of any “cold fusion” device. But, when the output consists of relatively low temperature steam - it is obvious why a source of electricity is needed: to power sensors etc. So while skepticism is justified, sarcasm isn’t.
The usual loose ends that Rossi leaves lying around for skeptics to chew on. The guy changes the world and gets his customer to sign off on buying the first LENR plant, but there’s all this accompanying baggage that he doesn’t address. Maybe he does it on purpose.
I would be really disappointed if the scam was that amateurish. My guess would be some sort of consumable intended to last for a day or so. If I was representing the buyer, I’d tell Rossi, “okay, now don’t touch it, let it run continuously for the next four weeks, and oh, by the way, we’ll have rotating crews watching it 24/7 to ensure there’s no tampering going on.”