Experimental study on the power generation characteristics of a free piston engine generator prototype with dual linear generator modules

J Li, Z Zuo, B Jia, Y Wei, Y Ma, L Xu, J Wang, Z Zhang… - Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
The dual-piston dual-cylinder free piston engine generator (DD-FPEG) has garnered
significant attention for its high thermal efficiency, power density, and suitability for various …

[HTML][HTML] A closed-loop linear engine generator using inert gases: A performance and exergy study

M Li, U Ngwaka, RM Korbekandi, N Baker, D Wu… - Energy, 2023 - Elsevier
This paper introduces air, argon, and helium used as working fluids in a first-of-its-kind
closed-loop Linear Engine Generator (LEG) to reveal its performance map, energy flow …

[HTML][HTML] Performance evaluation of linear variable valve actuation for a linear engine generator

M Li, U Ngwaka, D Wu, Z Wang, RM Korbekandi… - Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
Abstract The Joule cycle Linear Engine Generator (LEG) is a promising power generation
technology with the potential to achieve zero carbon emissions. However, the LEG expander …

Integration of Free Piston Linear Generator and Battery Pack in Hybrid Vehicles

S Baccari, C Beatrice, C Capasso… - … Systems for Aircraft …, 2024 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Free-piston linear generator (FPLG) is based on a cylindrical combustion chamber
connected on the axis with a linear electric generator. The system allows the conversion of …

Numerical model of variable valve timing distribution for a supercharged diesel engine

A Benallal, MY Hayyani, G Mhadhbi… - International Journal of …, 2024 - espace2.etsmtl.ca
Recently, there's been a strong drive to improve performance of diesel engines while
reducing their greenhouse gases emissions. Techniques like exhaust gas recirculation …

A preliminary experimental study on a free-piston engine generator prototype

S Zhu, S Vijayalakshmi, U Ngwaka… - … on Applied Energy, 2024 - pureportal.coventry.ac.uk
As an emerging micro-or small-scale energy conversion technology, free-piston engine
generator (FPEG) features the advantages of high efficiency, high volumetric power density …

HCCI Technology: Operating Principles, Advantages, Challenges, and Future Prospects

W Zhou - Highlights in Science, Engineering and Technology, 2024 - drpress.org
In recent years, with the development and research on internal combustion engines, human
beings have gained a deeper understanding of the combustion mechanisms and properties …