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Energetic optimization of the performances of a hot air engine for micro-CHP systems working with a Joule or an Ericsson cycle

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  • Creyx, M.
  • Delacourt, E.
  • Morin, C.
  • Desmet, B.
  • Peultier, P.

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The micro combined heat and electrical power systems (micro-CHP) with hot air engines are well adapted for solid biomass upgrading, in particular, the Ericsson engines working with an open cycle and an external combustion. This paper presents a model of an Ericsson engine with a compression and an expansion cylinder which allows a thermodynamic optimization of the engine performances in a global approach. A sensitive analysis on the influent parameters is carried out in order to determine the optimal working conditions of the engine: temperature and pressure range, expansion cycle shape with a late intake valve closing or an early exhaust valve closing, heat transfers through the wall of the cylinders. This study, focused on thermodynamic aspects, is a first step in the design of an Ericsson engine.

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  • Creyx, M. & Delacourt, E. & Morin, C. & Desmet, B. & Peultier, P., 2013. "Energetic optimization of the performances of a hot air engine for micro-CHP systems working with a Joule or an Ericsson cycle," Energy, Elsevier, vol. 49(C), pages 229-239.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:energy:v:49:y:2013:i:c:p:229-239
    DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2012.10.061
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