Distributed, Thermoacoustic Multi-phase Electric Generator
August 18, 2011
This invention builds on Los Alamos National Laboratory’s portfolio of innovative thermoacoustic technologies. This intellectual property allows a thermoacoustic engine and generator set to produce multi-phase electrical power. In addition, it allows modular scale-up to high power levels without the need for scale-up of the individual unit size.
Applications
- Heat-driven electrical power generation
- Solar-thermal electrical generation
- Diesel-fired auxilliary power
- Other combustion - heat to electrical
Advantages
- Multi-phase electrical output
- Scalable, with minimal size requirements
- Intrinsic vibration balancing
IP Status: Contact Marcus Lucero at 505-665-6569 or marcus@lanl.gov.