Simulating ON-OFF Regimes on a Micro-CHP Using Biomass

Abstract

A micro-cogeneration biomass-based Stirling engine unit developed by the ÖkoFEN company has been tested to characterize its energetic performances. The stages of functioning have been described using polynomial equations in function of time, to accurately simulate ON-OFF regimes of functioning, in the context in which the micro-cogeneration unit would be part of a multi-country grid in accordance to the ACA-MODES Interreg program.

Trends for Stirling Engines in Households: A Systematic Literature Review

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Environmental impacts analysis of Moroccan olive cake combustion in Stirling motor cogeneration system: Case study

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