Alkali metal thermal to electric conversion. (includes related article) From: Mechanical Engineering-CIME | Date: October 1, 1995| Author: Hunt, Thomas K.; Ivanenok, Joseph F., III; Sievers, Robert K. | COPYRIGHT 1995 American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Alkali metal thermal to electric conversion (AMTEC) was developed by Ford Scientific Laboratories in 1968 when it patented the sodium heat engine. AMTEC is a direct power-conversion technology applicable to applications that require lightweight, durable and efficient fuel sources. It has potential efficiencies of up to 40%, making it suitable for aerospace and ground power applications.

With potential efficiencies of up to 40 percent, AMTEC technology offers reliability and fuel flex...

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