The conceptual design of an automotive propulsion, thermal energy storage system has been developed that utilizes the sensible and latent heat of fusion of a molten fluoride salt. Electromagnetically pumped potassium serves in the vapor-liquid heat transport system, and high-performance nonmetallic insulation is utilized to minimize energy loss. Engineering analyses are presented to substantiate adequate thermal and material performance to provide at least 161-km range for a 500-kg system, with power bursts in excess of 200-kW available. The thermal energy storage system is compared with advanced electrochemical storage devices. Preliminary production costs and life-cycle costs are presented, and safety and other public acceptance issues are reviewed. (Jensen)


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    Title :

    A thermal energy storage system for a stirling engine powered highway vehicle


    Additional title:

    Ein thermisches Waermespeichersystem fuer Kraftfahrzeuge mit einem Stirlingmotorantrieb


    Contributors:
    Water, E.D. (author) / Saashi, E.W. (author) / Martini, W.R. (author)


    Publication date :

    1980


    Size :

    6 Seiten, 4 Bilder, 6 Tabellen, 10 Quellen


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English





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