I5-32: STIRLING ENGINE

PURPOSE: To demonstrate a Stirling engine.

DESCRIPTION: Heating the heat sink on the engine starts the flywheel rotating. It may take a minute or so, and need a bit of a push.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 4F30.10) See Demonstration Reference File for nice instruction and background manuals. See also Demonstration I5-34: STIRLING ENGINE - VISIBLE.

Nice web references include:

EQUIPMENT: Stirling engine, gas burner, engine accessories.

SETUP TIME: 5 min.


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