Title: Stirling cycle type engine and method of operation

Abstract: An improved Stirling cycle type engine is provided wherein the working fluid is a condensible fluid such as steam and a portion of the steam is condensed prior to the introduction of the steam into the cold cylinder zone. Before and/or during compression of the steam in the cold cylinder zone, water is injected in an amount equal to, greater than or less than the amount condensed.

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Inventors: Davoud, John Gordon (Richmond, VA, US)
Burke, Jerry Allen (Richmond, VA, US)

Application Number: 596165
Filing Date: 1975-07-15
Publication_date: 1976-12-14
Assignee: D-Cycle Associates (Richmond, VA)
Primary Class(es): 60/517 60/670, 60/688
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US Patent Ref:

3006146	Oct, 1961	Jackson	60/674.
3490234	Jan, 1970	Lea	60/653.
3772883	Nov, 1973	Davoud et al.	60/653.
3858395	Jan, 1975	Davoud et al.	60/689.

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Primary Examiner: Ostrager, Allen M.
Assistant Examiner:
Attorney: Stowell; Harold L.