COMPUTER SIMULATION OF A STIRLING REFRIGERATING MACHINE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15673/0453-8307.5/2015.39293Keywords:
Stirling refrigerating machine, Mathematical model, Dimensionless characteristics, Energy efficiency, HeliumAbstract
In present numerical research, the mathematical model for precise performance simulation and detailed behavior of Stirling refrigerating machine is considered. The mathematical model for alpha Stirling refrigerating machine with helium as the working fluid will be useful in optimization of these machines mechanical design. Complete non-linear mathematical model of the machine, including thermodynamics of helium, and heat transfer from the walls, as well as heat transfer and gas resistance in the regenerator is developed. Non-dimensional groups are derived, and the mathematical model is numerically solved. Important design parameters are varied and their effect on Stirling refrigerating machine performance determined. The simulation results of Stirling refrigerating machine which include heat transfer and coefficient of performance are presented.References
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