condennnsa
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cool stirling engine
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhTcbg7wujo&feature=plcp
check out the power of this thing
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DerAlte
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Fascinating! I wish the guy had given us a few more technical details such as fluid flow, intercoolers etc. Stirling engines usually run on a cycle
far removed from the ideal Stirling cycle, and are large and bulky for their power output. I like the idea of the three cylinders at 120 degrees -
does this make it self start?
To just get one to actually run is a challenge! The main merit is the ability to work on a closed cycle and use almost any heat source. The original
patent was taken out in 1816 but I don't know when the first one was made to work, perhaps enthusiasts can enlighten us. The engines certainly make
for fascinating toys!
Der Alte
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