I posted this question last night and perhaps used the wrong forum: http://forum.allaboutcircuits.com/showthread.php?t=33661
What ways are there to convert heat (say 60° to 80°C) into useful mechanical work?
I need about 300W to run a circulation pump and have essentially an endless supply of the heat.
My initial thought was a Sterling engine. Then I came across thermoeletric generators capable of 70 to 80 watts each. Are there any other ideas? Does anyone have experience with either (I just joined a Sterling engine site)?
Electrical supply in the rural area is fairly reliable, and so this project would initially be just for backup.
This may seem like a double post for which I apologize. A moderator may want to move that post here.
Thanks. John
What ways are there to convert heat (say 60° to 80°C) into useful mechanical work?
I need about 300W to run a circulation pump and have essentially an endless supply of the heat.
My initial thought was a Sterling engine. Then I came across thermoeletric generators capable of 70 to 80 watts each. Are there any other ideas? Does anyone have experience with either (I just joined a Sterling engine site)?
Electrical supply in the rural area is fairly reliable, and so this project would initially be just for backup.
This may seem like a double post for which I apologize. A moderator may want to move that post here.
Thanks. John