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An experimental and numerical analysis of the performances of a Wankel steam expander

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  • Francesconi, M.
  • Caposciutti, G.
  • Antonelli, M.

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In the last decades, the energy market increased its interest towards the smart grids and electrically isolated systems. These systems utilize small size power generators in which volumetric expanders may be employed for a wide range of operative conditions, because of their robustness and reliability.

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  • Francesconi, M. & Caposciutti, G. & Antonelli, M., 2018. "An experimental and numerical analysis of the performances of a Wankel steam expander," Energy, Elsevier, vol. 164(C), pages 615-626.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:energy:v:164:y:2018:i:c:p:615-626
    DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2018.08.141
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