Initial characterization of a modular heat exchanger with an integral heat pipeAs part of the Civil Space Technology Initiative (CSTI) Advanced Technology program, a conceptual design of the Stirling space engibe (SSE) was generated to develop the technology base needed to meet the long duration, high capacity power requirements for future NASA space missions. The free-piston Stirling engine (FPSE) was chosen as the growth option in the CSTI program. An existing FPSE was modified as a test bed for a modular heat exchanger evaluation. Evaluation of the individual heat pipes before installation in the engine is described.
Document ID
19900051246
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Schreiber, Jeffrey G. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)