Experimental Two-Phase Liquid-Metal Magnetohydrodynamic Generator Program.
Abstract
Earlier analytical and experimental investigations of MHD power systems at ANL have revealed the potential high efficiencies of a constant-liquid-velocity two-hase liquid-metal d-c MHD generator for converting fluid energy to electrical energy. These investigations also have identified, and have emphasized the need for in-depth studies of, generator parameters affecting attainment of these efficiencies. This report describes the preparations for, and preliminary results of, a programmatic investigation of these parameters; in particular, the effects of relative velocity of the phases, friction, and mixture quality. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0747323
Entities
People
- Lee C. Pittenger
Organizations
- Argonne National Laboratory