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Title: Stirling engine with pressurized crankcase

Patent ·
OSTI ID:866691

A two piston Stirling engine wherein the pistons are coupled to a common crankshaft via bearing means, the pistons include pad means to minimize friction between the pistons and the cylinders during reciprocation of the pistons, means for pressurizing the engine crankcase, and means for cooling the crankshaft and the bearing means eliminating the need for oil in the crankcase.

DOE Contract Number:
DEN3-32
Assignee:
Mechanical Technology Incorporated (Latham, NY)
Patent Number(s):
US 4765138
OSTI ID:
866691
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English