Integrated supercritical CO2/multiple thermal cycles
US11492964B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2021 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2260/213
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This disclosure relates to the unique integration of a plurality of thermodynamic cycles comprised of a supercritical carbon dioxide thermodynamic cycle, one or more other thermodynamic cycles with multiple heat sources derived from nuclear fuel, solar energy, hydrogen, and fossil fuels, with the energy production systems configured to noticeably improve power plant efficiency, cost and performance.
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