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Stirling engines are one of the ideal candidates for the conversion of solar power to work since they can efficiently convert low-grade heat into mechanical work. However, there are a few challenges regarding the operation and control of the Stirling engines which need to be resolved before they can be deployed widely. Numerical modeling can be employed to supplement the experimental investigations in obtaining a deeper understanding of the intricacies in the operation of a Stirling engine. In this paper, a mathematical model is developed to accurately simulate a Stirling Engine of beta configuration with a rhombic drive mechanism. The model is formulated by combining the kinematic analysis of the engine mechanism and thermodynamic analysis of working fluid in the engine along with analysis of other transport phenomena occurring inside the engine viz. heat and mass transfer. The model is verified by comparing the predictions against the results published in the literature. The model is then used to conduct a parametric analysis to assess the influence of various operating parameters on the efficiency and power output of the Stirling engine.
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Raghavendra, H., Suryanarayana Raju, P., Hema Chandra Reddy, K. (2021). Parametric Investigation of Beta Type Stirling Engine. In: Rushi Kumar, B., Sivaraj, R., Prakash, J. (eds) Advances in Fluid Dynamics. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4308-1_32
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