Stirling engine heat pump.

[In Japanese. / En japonais.]

Author(s) : KAGAWA N.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Recent advances in the feasibility studies of Stirling engines and Stirling engine heat pumps are reviewed. Stirling engines combined with heat pumps based on the reversed Rankine cycle are being put on the market. At present, however, many problems, especially for the durability, cost, and delicate engine parts must be solved. In addition, there are some possibilities which can increase the attractiveness of the Stirling engines and heat pumps. The article gives suggestions for further research.

Details

  • Original title: [In Japanese. / En japonais.]
  • Record ID : 1993-2868
  • Languages: Japanese
  • Source: Trans. JAR - vol. 9 - n. 3
  • Publication date: 1992
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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