Heat engine

Details Heat engine Heat engine

1998-02-23

2000-07-25

Koczo, Michael

Power plants

Combustion products used as motive fluid

External-combustion engine type

F02G 302

Patent

active

060923652

ABSTRACT:
A heat engine is optimized for maximum efficiency for use as an automotive powerplant. The engine is composed of a separate variable induction compressor, a compressed air accumulator, a combustor, and a separate expander. The engine is designed to minimize heat losses following compression, minimize system parasitic losses, and utilize high combustion temperatures. The expander is constructed to minimize mechanical stresses and facilitate the use of structural ceramic materials.

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Leidel, James, "An Optimized Low Heat Rejection Engine for Automotive Use--An Inceptive Study," SAE Paper 970068 (1997).

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