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Stirling Engines Generate Power from Practically Any Heat Source

Energy Minute: Stirling engines have been around since the 19th century, but today some small and large applications are bringing them into the limelight. (Podcast)

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There are many types of Stirling engines, and even more applications for them. The basics are presented here, briefly. Visual presentations help explain how the technology works. Some of these sites also provide more detailed information about types, history and applications.

Visuals on the Web:
"How a Stirling Engine Works" Infinia, manufacturer
"Two Cylinder Stirling Animation"
"How Stirling Engines Work" How Stuff Works

Music by Chris Keister

Alt keyword: Sterling Engine

Comments

I have wondered about this Stirling engine. Why has it not been used to produce electricity? There must be a reason. What is the max. power that it can develop? I am curious.
A Preston

I'm interested in installing a sterling engine in a mine with a volume of 2,000,000 cubic feet of approx. 55 degree air...wondering what the energy potential would be averaged with Missouri's annual temps...... Anyone with technical background with Sterling engines please contact me.

I understand that hybrid cars make use of kinetic energy to recharge batteries during use of the vehicle. Is there any merit to utilizing waste heat from combustion during use, using sterling engines, to assist in electrical production?
Cheers

Please call or email I am interested in purchasing some of these engines. We run a larger heating & cooling business and find your product to be useful

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