The objective is to develop a tri-generation system for simultaneous production of heat, electricity, and refrigeration through research, experimentation, and correspondence with foreign associates. (USA/Brazil)
The aim of this project is to design and build a prototype of a tri-generation system that will serve as an experimental unit to investigate the potential for energy conservation from thermal machines. Thermal machines generally do not utilize all of the supplied energy in the form of work, meaning that the majority of wasted energy is in the form of heat. The tri-generation system will use this waste heat to produce hot water and a cold space. Electricity will be produced utilizing mechanical energy from the thermal machine.
While this system will serve as an experimental unit it has the potential for use in other applications, such as in emergency situations. For example, this system could aid in disaster relief areas by providing electricity, hot water, and refrigeration to homes without power through one cost-effective, convenient system. It could also be used in recreational vehicles to decrease dependency on external power sources and increase the efficiency of the vehicle.