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Liquid metal thermal electric converter

Patent ·
OSTI ID:7269642
This patent describes a liquid metal thermal electric converter which converts heat energy to electrical energy. The design of the liquid metal thermal electric converter incorporates a unique configuration which directs the metal fluid pressure to the outside of the tube which results in the structural loads in the tube to be compressive. A liquid metal thermal electric converter refluxing boiler with series connection of tubes and a multiple cell liquid metal thermal electric converter are also provided.
Assignee:
Dept. of Energy, Washington, DC
Patent Number(s):
US 4868072
Application Number:
PPN: US 7225442A
OSTI ID:
7269642
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English