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== Modernized Steam Engine Project Plan == | == Modernized Steam Engine Project Plan == | ||
==FYI== | |||
*[http://www.zenmanenergy.org/ Zenman Energy] | |||
*[https://www.facebook.com/ZenmanEnergy Zenman Energy - Facebook] | |||
*I've met with him before, and he's open to collaborate - snelson at zenmanenergy.org | |||
*Please delete this once you read it, so his email is not on the wiki without permission - thx | |||
=== Notes from 23 Mar 2013 === | === Notes from 23 Mar 2013 === | ||
Revision as of 23:54, 23 March 2013
Modernized Steam Engine Project Plan
FYI
- Zenman Energy
- Zenman Energy - Facebook
- I've met with him before, and he's open to collaborate - snelson at zenmanenergy.org
- Please delete this once you read it, so his email is not on the wiki without permission - thx
Notes from 23 Mar 2013
- Analysis of alternatives:
- Researched bump valve reliability, researching alternative solutions
- Need to discuss condensation issue and air compression issue on the return stroke (sending note to M. Norton)
- Power vs pressure: The higher the pressure, the smaller and lighter the engine (weight to power ration)...optimum pressure for SWAP requirements?? Include risk analysis (higher pressure/heat = higher safety risks), probable effect on cost. Continue researching.
Notes from 22 Mar 2013
- On travel, no work performed
Notes from 21 Mar 2013
- Updated project plan general requirements/specs and better defined FMECA process
- Continued researching alternatives to issues with OSE Arrow Head Engine
- Explored differences in V-shaped layout/feasibility; assessing
Notes from 20 Mar 2013
- Contacted Mark Norton; directed to https://sites.google.com/site/phase3project/projects/steam-engine/engine-designs/ose-arrow-head-engine
- Began researching the following issues with the OSE Arrow Head Engine:
- Water might condense in the cylinder chamber resulting in a blow-out condition
- Power output will be low unless operated at high speed and high steam pressures
- Bump valves are subject to wear and breakage
- Air is compressed on the return stroke, losing valuable work
- Horizontal layout leads to excessive wear on parts (piston rings, etc).
Notes from 19 Mar 2013
- On travel, no work performed
Notes from 18 Mar 2013
- Found Pure Energy Systems Green Steam Engine Project:
- Found multiple potential SMEs to include members of: http://www.northweststeamsociety.org/Pages/NWSSsteamers.htm
Notes from 17 Mar 2013
- Re-baselined project focus to include work performed by Mark Norton
- Reviewed OSE Modern Steam Engine documentation and requirements, incorporated into project plan