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Two-Phase Hero Turbine With Curved NozzlesProposed hero turbine includes de Laval nozzles modified to new curved, longer, more-gradually-tapered shape that promotes flashing and reduces separation. Turbines designed with new nozzles compete with rotary separator turbines used in geothermal powerplants. Other potential applications include heat pumps and thermal-energy conversion systems.
Document ID
19910000607
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Fabris, Gracio
(Caltech)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1991
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 15
Issue: 11
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Machinery
Report/Patent Number
NPO-18059
Accession Number
91B10607
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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