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by lukew101
Mon Jan 04, 2010 2:21 pm
Forum: Power-producing Stirling Engines
Topic: Silicon carbide for hot side components?
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Silicon carbide for hot side components?

Does anyone know if silicon carbide has been considered or used for
hot side components in Stirling engines? It seems like it could be an
ideal material, considering it's high sublimation point(2730C), it
doesn't melt, and high thermal conductivity.