Performance and optimization criteria for forward and reverse quantum Stirling cycles
Abstract
The optimal performance for forward and reverse quantum Stirling cycles is studied in this paper. The finite time thermodynamic performance bound and optimization criteria for these cycles are derived. The optimal relations between the performance parameters for quantum Stirling engines, refrigerators and heat pumps are obtained.
- Publication:
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Energy Conversion and Management
- Pub Date:
- 1998
- DOI:
- 10.1016/S0196-8904(97)10037-1
- Bibcode:
- 1998ECM....39..733W
- Keywords:
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- Harmonic oscillatorsQuantum Stirling cycleFinite-time thermodynamicsNonequilibrium statistical mechanics