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heat engine [′hēt ‚en·jən] (mechanical engineering) A machine that converts heat into work (mechanical energy). (thermodynamics) A thermodynamic system which undergoes a cyclic process during which a positive amount of work is done by the system; some heat flows into the system and a smaller amount flows out in each cycle. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Akinc said this material has the potential for improving the energy efficiency of heat engines and heat exchangers 10 to 15 percent. Some will focus on increasing the energy efficiency of buildings, electric motors, and heat engines (including alternatively fueled gas turbines). NYSE: GAI) announced today that it has acquired a revolutionary technology that may be used to develop and manufacture Stirling engines, also known as heat engines, which the Company believes will be more efficient and cost effective than certain types of small electric or gasoline engines. |
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