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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 25, 1981
Filed:
May. 04, 1979
Bernard E Enga, Maidenhead, GB;
Johnson, Matthey & Co., Limited, London, GB;
Abstract
This invention relates to Stirling engines and to improved methods of operation whereby catalytic oxidation of a major proportion of the fuel takes place in the external combustor. An external combustion unit of a Stirling engine comprises a catalytic combustor having a thermally stable and oxidation resistant monolith made from and/or carrying a catalytic material and including a multiciplity of flow paths for catalytic combustion of combustible gases and injected fuel. The use of a catalytic combuster in accordance with this invention enables a Stirling or other engine fitted therewith to be used in areas such as mines and underwater installations where conventional flame combustion is impracticable or is controlled by stringent regulations.