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Application of the subatmospheric engine to solar thermal powerThe development of a natural gas-fired Brayton engine is discussed. It is intended to be the prime mover for a 10-ton commercial heat pump. This engine has many attractive features that make it an ideal candidate for solar thermal-power generation applications. The unique feature of this engine is its subatmospheric mode of operation. It operates between atmospheric pressure and a partial vacuum. This means that heat is added to the cycle at atmospheric pressure; this permits the receiver to be unpressurized, greatly simplifying its design and cost.
Document ID
19830002276
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
July 15, 1982
Publication Information
Publication: JPL Parabolic Dish Solar Thermal Power Ann. Program Rev., Proc.
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Accession Number
83N10546
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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