Statements (48)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
heat engine
|
| gptkbp:application |
heating systems
power generation cryocoolers solar power generation submarine propulsion |
| gptkbp:benefits |
low emissions
complex design quiet operation high cost slow response time fuel flexibility |
| gptkbp:component |
piston
crankshaft displacer regenerator |
| gptkbp:energyEfficiency |
high efficiency
|
| gptkbp:firstClaim |
sustainable energy solutions
distributed generation combined heat and power systems space exploration applications |
| gptkbp:hasType |
regenerator
alpha engine beta engine gamma engine |
| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
19th century invention
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Stirling engines
|
| gptkbp:inventor |
gptkb:Robert_Stirling
|
| gptkbp:notableEvent |
gptkb:Sunpower_Stirling_engine
gptkb:Infinia_Stirling_engine gptkb:Stirling_Energy_Systems gptkb:NASA's_Stirling_engine |
| gptkbp:operatesIn |
temperature difference
|
| gptkbp:operationalStatus |
closed cycle
reciprocating motion |
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
renewable energy
thermodynamics mechanical engineering heat transfer |
| gptkbp:researchAreas |
energy efficiency
alternative fuels waste heat recovery low-temperature applications |
| gptkbp:technology |
heat exchangers
cryogenic systems solar thermal systems thermal storage |
| gptkbp:uses |
external heat source
|