Free piston Stirling engines: A review
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DOI: 10.1002/er.4533
Abstract: This paper presents a detailed review on free piston Stirling engines (FPSEs) technology. Generally, the Stirling engines can be categorized into two broad classes comprising kinematic and dynamic converters among which FPSEs are known as… read more here.
Keywords: free piston; stirling engines; piston stirling; dynamic stirling ... See more keywords
Constrained control of free piston engine generator based on implicit reference governor
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DOI: 10.1007/s11432-017-9337-1
Abstract: The free piston engine generator (FPEG) is a novel power plant concept for series hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) that requires reliable control to regulate piston motion and guarantee safe operation during load transitions. This paper… read more here.
Keywords: reference; free piston; implicit reference; reference governor ... See more keywords
Development of an advanced free-piston Stirling engine for micro combined heating and power application
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.11.036
Abstract: Abstract Combined heat and power (CHP) systems play an important role in meeting energy requirements and reducing the environmental impact of power generation. Recently, free-piston Stirling engines (FPSE) have attracted much attention as a promising… read more here.
Keywords: piston stirling; system; power; chp system ... See more keywords
Experimental investigation of a free piston expander-linear generator with different valve timings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2018.07.050
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, a new free piston expander-linear generator (FPE-LG) prototype for small-scale organic Rankine cycle (ORC) waste heat recovery system has been developed. Firstly, the in-cylinder pressure, motion characteristics and output performance of… read more here.
Keywords: free piston; output; load resistance; external load ... See more keywords
Acoustic field characteristics of a free-piston Stirling cryocooler with large cooling capacity at liquid nitrogen temperature
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2018.10.096
Abstract: Abstract A free-piston Stirling cryocooler (FPSC) with a large cooling capacity (i.e., from several hundred Watt to thousand Watt) at liquid nitrogen temperature is promising in boil-off gas recondensation and high temperature superconducting (HTS) applications.… read more here.
Keywords: piston stirling; acoustic field; regenerator; temperature ... See more keywords
Performance characteristics of compressed air-driven free-piston linear generator (FPLG) system – A simulation study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2019.114013
Abstract: Abstract The integrated model of the two-stroke free-piston engine system driven by compressed air is established using MATLAB/Simulink software and the relationship and the influence of the reciprocating motion, friction force, cylinder process and electromagnetic… read more here.
Keywords: system; air; piston; linear generator ... See more keywords
Modelling and validation of a free piston expander-linear generator for waste heat recovery system
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2019.114377
Abstract: Abstract In this study, an air driven free piston expander-linear generator (FPE-LG) test rig and the FPE-LG simulation model based on GT-Suite/Simulink have been established. The simulation model is validated by experimental results. Afterwards, the… read more here.
Keywords: piston expander; temperature; intake temperature; expander linear ... See more keywords
Parametric study of a free-piston Stirling cryocooler capable of providing 350 W cooling power at 80 K
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2020.115101
Abstract: Abstract High cooling capacity free-piston Stirling cryocooler (FPSC) has been considered a promising candidate for high temperature superconducting and gas liquefaction applications, which require a cost effective and highly reliable cryocooler capable of providing large… read more here.
Keywords: piston stirling; capable providing; cooling power; power ... See more keywords
Performance simulation by a nonlinear thermodynamic model for a Free Piston Stirling Engine with a linear generator
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2020.116128
Abstract: Abstract In the present study, an RE-1000 Free Piston Stirling Engine (FPSE) combined with a Permanent Magnet Linear Synchronous Machine (PMLSM) was analyzed. First, a nonlinear thermodynamic model of the FPSE was developed and validated.… read more here.
Keywords: piston stirling; nonlinear thermodynamic; stirling engine; model ... See more keywords
Design, modelling and optimisation of a batch reverse osmosis (RO) desalination system using a free piston for brackish water treatment
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DOI: 10.1016/j.desal.2020.114625
Abstract: Abstract Batch RO is a concept for achieving the minimum possible energy consumption in desalination, even at high recoveries. We present a batch RO design that operates cyclically in two alternating phases. The system uses… read more here.
Keywords: brackish water; desalination; free piston; batch ... See more keywords
Experimental research and performance analysis of a free piston expander–linear generator coupled with a driving motor
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DOI: 10.1016/j.egyr.2021.02.066
Abstract: Abstract This paper establishes a test bench for a free piston expander–linear generator (FPE–LG) system coupled with the drive motor (DM) to promote the application of FPE–LG on vehicle. Firstly, it discusses the operating characteristics… read more here.
Keywords: expander linear; piston expander; output; linear generator ... See more keywords