Investigation of Liquid-Metal Magnetohydrodynamic Power Systems.
Abstract
Detailed cycle and component analysis were performed to: establish overall efficiency and performance characteristics of a 'low-temperature,' two-phase, liquid-metal MHD power cycle; and to identify and evaluate critical problem areas that require research and development programs. First, a mathematical model, which calculates individual component efficiency and overall cycle efficiency for a single-state concept, was developed and programmed for a digital computer. Next, a Standard Cycle was established and adapted for comparison studies in which major cycle parameters, generator parameters, and working fluids were varied to evaluate their effect on overall system performance. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0721087
Entities
People
- Chun Hsu
- Edward S. Pierson
- Michael Petrick
- William E. Amend
Organizations
- Argonne National Laboratory