Publication Date:
2011-08-18
Description:
The modifications and testing of a standard Stirling engine, required for connection to a 25 kW induction alternator, for use with a solar thermal parabolic dish electric module is described. Power was absorbed by a GE induction alternator connected to the utility grid. Also included are the results from recent testing of another solar engine at the DOE-Georgia Tech solar site. It was done in parallel with the testing at Edwards for the purpose of comparing performance of two solar-only receivers, which were based on the standard 4-95 involute heat exchanger.
Keywords:
ENERGY PRODUCTION AND CONVERSION
Type:
JPL Parabolic Dish Solar Thermal Power Ann. Program Rev., Proc.; p 179-189
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