Thermoacoustic heat engine

A thermoacoustic heat engine is a type of heat engine that converts thermal energy into mechanical work using acoustic waves. It operates on the principle of thermoacoustics, which involves the interaction between temperature gradients and sound waves. The basic components of a thermoacoustic heat engine include: 1. **Heat Exchanger**: This is where thermal energy is added to a working fluid (often a gas) from a heat source, creating a temperature difference.