Effective low temperature differential powered engines, systems, and methods
US11125183B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 4, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 21, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02G2244/12
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention described herein provides new devices suitable for effectively converting relatively low temperature differences into useful work (e.g., for generating electrical power), related systems, and methods of using and developing such devices/systems. The devices are characterized in, inter alia, comprising an at least partially enclosed moveable component (e.g., a piston), a closed pressurized gas system comprising sizeable void spaces, and a closed temperature modifying liquid system having portions that obtain temperature characteristics from two sources, which are alternatingly dispensed as droplets into the pressurized gas, creating a pressure/temperature difference in the gas which causes the moveable component to move back and forth along a stroke distance that does not include the void spaces, the pressure of the gas and liquid being at substantially balanced when the device is ready for operation.
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