Can a Car Airconditioning Compressor be Used as a Pico Steam Turbine?

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Using a car air conditioning compressor as a pico steam turbine is being explored by a solar thermal enthusiast who aims to combine it with an induction motor for energy generation. The discussion highlights that compressors are not designed to function as turbines due to their non-reversible nature, raising questions about their effectiveness in this role. Suggestions include modifying a scroll compressor to work as an expander and utilizing a large satellite dish to focus sunlight for heating. The participant is aiming for a maximum heat input of around 4000W to potentially generate 2kW of power on sunny days. Overall, the feasibility of this setup remains uncertain, and further research and experimentation are encouraged.
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Hi All,
I am a solar thermal enthusiast seeking to try out a few things. I need some info on using car aircondition compressor as a pico steam turbine if it is possible. Links, suggestions and opinions are welcome.

Regards,
Solomon.
 
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what u mean with a pico steam turbine?-make it a little more clear please
and i wonder how a compressor could work as a steam turbine?
 
yes, a pico / micro /mini turbine. Seeking to use the compressor + induction motor combination as a turbine + induction generator.
 
A compressor is not a reversible machine. It is not peformed to act as a turbine.
 
obibask, i have been thinking about a similar setup check out this page for some ideas http://www.redrok.com/engine.htm. I have a large sattelite dish that I will cover with polished aluminum to focus sunlight and generate heat. I still need my "boiler" and turbine/comprssor, I will select an induction motor based on these.

Clausius though i am not familar with a scroll compressor I have heard that they can be run as an expander with some modification.

I will be limited to a maximum heat input of ~4000W with my sattelite dish based on 800W/m^2 solar flux and .8 emisivity for polished aluminum. It would be neat if I could generate a solid 2kW during sunny days.
 

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