4F30.10 • Heat Cycles: Stirling Engine

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Instructions / Notes:

• One Pasco Stirling hot air engine is placed over a cup of warm water.
• The provided Stirling cycle engine is made by the American Sterling Company and will run using just the heat of your hand.
• The Stirling engine operates at a faster pace when hot tap water in a coffee cup is used.
• If requested 24 hours prior to the class, an couple of ice cubes can be placed on top of the engine to increase ΔT.

Last updated on March 29, 2024