Title :
Working medium circuit for alkali metal thermoelectric converters (AMTEC)
Author :
Kalandarishvili, Arnold G.
Author_Institution :
Res. Center, Kurchatov Inst., Moscow, Russia
fDate :
8/1/1997 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The possibility is studied to create a sodium circuit in an AMTEC type conversion device. The proposed circuit is based on a heat pipe that includes the evaporation-condensation cycle. Different layouts based on this principle are presented. The proposed circuit is characterized by the following advantages: no need for an electromagnetic pump; low load on the converter; and a better capability to control temperature drop at the converter
Keywords :
heat pipes; solid electrolytes; thermoelectric conversion; thermoelectric devices; AMTEC type conversion device; Na; alkali metal thermoelectric converters; converter load; evaporation-condensation cycle; heat pipe; temperature drop; Circuits; Cogeneration; EMP radiation effects; Electrodes; Electromagnetic forces; Electrons; Solids; Temperature control; Thermoelectric devices; Thermoelectricity;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
