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6. Glossary
HEAT EXCHANGER :
A device that transfers heat from one flow (hot smoke from an engine) to another (water or air for heating), without the substances mixing directly.
polygeneration system :
A system that simultaneously generates mechanical and electrical energy, as well as heat or cooling, from a single fuel source. Waste heat from an electrical process can also be partially recovered for heating and steam generation.
industrial heat pumps :
Pump capable of raising the temperature level of recovered heat for use in applications requiring higher temperatures.
steam turbine, gas turbine and combined cycle :
Turbines expand superheated steam or combustion products to generate electricity.
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PRÉVOND (L.) et al. – International patent WO 02057612 published on 25.07.2002.
FRANÇOIS (P.), PRÉVOND (L.), DESCOMBES (G.). – International extension n° PCT-FR02-00173 dated 17.01.02 of the initial patent France IFB 00 CNA LIN dated 14.11.2000, published under n° WO 02057612 dated 25.07.2002 with priority date recorded on 17.01.2001, Reciprocating linear motion generator based on Stirling engine and method...
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