The current status of the automotive-Stirling-engine development program being undertaken by DOE and NASA Lewis is reviewed. The program goals and the reference-engine design are explained, and the modifications introduced to improve performance and lower manufacturing costs are discussed and illustrated, including part-power optimization; increased operating temperature (from 720 to 820 C); 45.4-kg weight reduction; elimination of Co and reduction of Cr used; and improved seals, ceramic components, and high-temperature alloys. The test program, some difficulties encountered, and results after 2042 h are summarized.
Automotive Stirling engine development program - Overview and status report
1983-01-01
Conference paper
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English
Automotive stirling engine development program: Overview and status report
Tema Archive | 1984
|Automotive stirling engine development program - overview and status report
Tema Archive | 1984
|Automotive Stirling engine development program overview and status report
Tema Archive | 1983
|Automotive Stirling Engine Development Program
NTRS | 1980
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