4F30.10: STIRLING ENGINE

DEMONSTRATES: A closed-cycle piston heat engine.

DESCRIPTION: Heating the heat sink on the engine starts the flywheel rotating. It may take a minute or so, and need a bit of a push.

SUGGESTIONS: Several different stirling engines are available.

EQUIPMENT: Stirling engine, gas burner, engine accessories.

SETUP TIME: 15 min.

KEYWORDS: Stirling Engine, heat engine, closed cycle