Abstract
The free piston compressor was analysed theoretically by using a dynamic thermodynamic model. Optimized parameters are suggested for high performance. It is concluded that the thermodynamic efficiency of a free piston may be significantly improved by selecting a heavy piston, high compression ratio of the compressor part, and a low diameter ratio of the compressor to the power cylinders. However, this may be achieved at the expense of delivering a small amount of compressed air, and a need for an external facility to start the engine. (A)
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 233-239 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Israel Journal of Technology |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 4 , 1983 |
State | Published - 1 Jan 1983 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Engineering