New Steam Engine Applications

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Motivation: steam power is still very important, but there are some applications where steam turbines are not well suited and use of steam engines is indicated

Approach: a review of current steam engine designs and performance is underway to allow for a reasoned assessment of their role in small scale power

Fundamental Issues: new rotary designs and compact heat exchangers open up a new range of power system parameters. This is asking new questions about materials, fuels, and cycle design.



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