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Analysis of magnetohydrodynamic generator driven by thermoacoustic engine for deep Space applications

  • Artūrs Brēķis*
  • , Antoine Alemany
  • , Janis Freibergs
  • *Corresponding author for this work
    • Riga Technical University
    • SIMAP/Domaine Universitaire
    • University of Latvia

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    Abstract

    This paper discusses the results of theoretical and experimental investigation of magnetohydrodynamic generator with liquid metal working body. This electric machine is used to convert mechanical energy, supplied by thermoacoustic engine, to an AC form of electrical energy. The purpose of this technology is an electricity production in deep Space, potentially suitable for long term missions far away from Sun.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publication2020 IEEE 61st Annual International Scientific Conference on Power and Electrical Engineering of Riga Technical University Rtucon 2020 Proceedings
    Place of PublicationPiscataway
    PublisherIEEE
    ISBN (Print)9781728195100
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 5 Nov 2020

    Publication series

    Name2020 IEEE 61st Annual International Scientific Conference on Power and Electrical Engineering of Riga Technical University, RTUCON 2020 - Proceedings

    Keywords

    • Magnetohydrodynamic power generation
    • MHD
    • Space exploration
    • thermoacoustics

    OECD Field of Science

    • 1.3 Physical Sciences

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