Automatic optimization of the operating conditions of thermionic converters using cesium vapor pressure
Journal Article
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· Autom. Remote Control; (United States)
OSTI ID:5903088
Techniques for optimizing the efficiency of a thermionic converter (TC) for electric power generation are described. Attention is given to the possibility of varying cesium vapor pressure in the TC to conform to changing operating conditions including the build-up of gaseous fission products in the emitter. An optimization algorithm incorporating the dynamic parameters of the cesium channel is proposed, and an adaptive control system is described. The efficiency of a TC electric generator with adaptive cesium vapor pressure control was studied experimentally and the results agreed well with the optimization calculations. 6 references.
- OSTI ID:
- 5903088
- Journal Information:
- Autom. Remote Control; (United States), Journal Name: Autom. Remote Control; (United States) Vol. 46:2; ISSN AURCA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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