A 2-5 MW Supercritical CO2 Micro Tube Recuperator: Manufacturing, Testing, and Laser Weld Qualification

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Program:
HITEMMP
Award:
$1,419,417
Location:
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Status:
ACTIVE
Project Term:
09/18/2019 - 06/30/2024
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Technology Description:

International Mezzo Technologies will design, manufacture, and test a compact, nickel-based superalloy supercritical carbon dioxide (sCO2) recuperator (a type of heat exchanger). The recuperator will incorporate laser-welded micro tubes and function at 800°C (1,472°F) and 275 bar (3,989 psi). Currently, the cost of recuperators for power systems operating in these conditions is prohibitive. Laser welding micro tubes offers a low-cost approach to fabricating heat exchangers, which could increase the economic competitiveness of sCO2 power cycles. Mezzo’s program could provide a pathway to manufacture relatively inexpensive heat exchangers for high temperature-high pressure applications.

Potential Impact:

HITEMMP projects will enable a revolutionary new class of heat exchangers and innovative approaches to advanced manufacturing with applications for a wide range of commercial and industrial energy producers and consumers.

Security:

High performance, efficient heat exchangers would increase industrial productivity, supporting domestic industries. The developed manufacturing techniques for high temperature materials could strengthen U.S. leadership in advanced manufacturing.

Environment:

More efficient electricity generation and industrial processes could significantly reduce emissions by enabling more efficient operations.

Economy:

HITEMMP technologies could enable more cost-effective, efficient, and compact modular power generation systems for multiple applications.

Contact

ARPA-E Program Director:
Dr. Philseok Kim
Project Contact:
Dr. Kevin Kelly
Press and General Inquiries Email:
ARPA-E-Comms@hq.doe.gov
Project Contact Email:
kelly@mezzotech.com

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Release Date:
08/09/2018