Design method of four-stroke free-piston generator
To successfully create a four-stroke free-piston generator prototype,parameter design methods based on the analysis of the cycle energy flow are proposed here.The structure and working principle of the generoator is discussed and the energy balance equations of free-piston reciprocating motion are derived.According to the energy flow characteristics of each stroke,design methods and load matching formulas are obtained.An generator prototype with the 62 mm cylinder diameter is designed and manufactured.Experiment researches are carried out and dynamic characteristics are tested by using the generator prototype.The proposed design methods are verified by the continuous and stable operation of the generator prototype.