Numerical study of thermoelectric power generation for an helicopter conical nozzle

作者：Kousksou Tarik^*; Bedecarrats Jean Pierre; Champier Daniel; Pignolet Pascal; Brillet Christophe

来源：Journal of Power Sources, 2011, 196(8): 4026-4032.

DOI：10.1016/j.jpowsour.2010.12.015

• Thermoelectric generator
• Power generation
• Numerical simulation
• Low Mach number
• Helipcopter conical nozzle
• Waste heat recovery

This paper investigates the electric power extractable from an helicopter conical nozzle equipped with thermoelectrical modules. The thermoelectric nozzle is heated by the final exhaust gas from helicopter turbine and cooled by oil. A computer model has been developed to simulate the performance of the thermoelectric system. Results were obtained for various operating conditions showing that the electrical power produced in real operating conditions is significant but currently insufficient if we consider the weight-to-power ratio. The numerical model is also used to optimize the electric power showing a good potential for the future.

• 出版日期2011-4-15