   - Note that there are thermal and mechanical changes associated with the action potential. Study of these phenomena is entirely legitimate. Although model proponents fudge the issue, the published documents clearly show that the model is intended to replace Hodgkin Huxley, not to supplement it.  Note: I agree that further citations are needed. I will add them as I have time and master the editor. The original article was too heinously false to leave in public view. -