Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Work headquarters. This week, we're treated to a schematic explanation of the Stirling engine from last issue's guide to good things. Neat, eh?
Part of me wants to believe that woodworkers are inherently interested in such things, but maybe that's because the image of woodworking in my mind's eye is invariably concerned with a woodburning stove and the struggle to stay warm. Heat transfer and high efficiency cogeneration for the completion of holiday projects.
And speaking of holiday projects. Who wouldn't like to spend some time with a family member making one of these tin can models. I'm a firm believer that wintertime tinkering needn't be a secret or solitary activity. So, in keeping with a spirit of thanskgiving and gratitude, allow me to suggest that shops be shared. -T
Just for fun, here's a Stirling that Joel made while he was in college.
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