The Stirling alternative

Although Stirling engines have been used for over 150 years in various applications, the future holds unprecedented opportunities for both power systems and refrigerators. Stirlings appear poised for large-scale employment to help resolve some of humanity's concerns with energy usage, conservation and environmental protection. To aid the engine's development, The Stirling Alternative offers a handbook for both the newcomers to the field and the professionals presently involved in the Stirling industry.

It is limited in size to a manageable scope for the average reader, yet comprehensive enough to cover all of the history, essential technology, and practical applications of Stirling engines. This book also evaluates future prospects and includes a convenient survey of the Stirling engine literature.