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The Scuderi Engine was a bold innovation with a split-cycle design that promised better fuel efficiency and fewer emissions. It even used compressed air for regenerative braking, catching the interest of companies like Daimler and Honda. By 2009, prototypes sparked excitement, raising millions in funding and securing hundreds of patents. But by 2015, the dream fell apart. Lawsuits, SEC fines, and accusations of mismanagement stopped it in its tracks. Was it too complex, poorly executed, or just