Over on his YouTube channel [Tom Stanton] exhibits us easy methods to construct a Stirling Engine for a motorcycle.
A Stirling Engine is a warmth engine, powered by the growth and contraction of a working fluid (similar to air) which is heated and cooled in a cycle. Within the video [Tom] begins by demonstrating the Stirling Engine with some mannequin engines and explains the function of the displacer piston. His goal energy output for his bike engine is 150 watts (about 0.2 horsepower) which is sufficient energy to cycle at about 15 mph (about 24 km/h). After contemplating a CPU heatsink because the cooling system he selected water cooling as a substitute.
[Tom] goes on to 3D print and machine numerous elements for his bike engine. He makes use of myriad supplies together with aluminum and Teflon. He isn’t but snug machining metal, so he had the metal half he wanted for dealing with the new finish of the engine manufactured by a 3rd get together.
[Tom] explains that when he began the undertaking he had supposed to make a steam engine. However after some preliminary analysis he found {that a} Stirling Engine was a better option, notably they’re quieter, extra environment friendly, and safer. After various false begins and numerous changes he manages to get his engine to run, which is fairly superior. Standby for half two to see the bike in motion!
We have now lined the Stirling Engine right here on Hackaday many instances earlier than. You may prefer to examine easy methods to create one with minimal elements or easy methods to make one from expedient supplies.
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