Based on previous work by George Cayley (known for his pioneering work on aeronautics), Stirling filed his patent for a safer engine in 1816. That makes this year the bicentenary of this engine.

The Stirling external combustion engine has fascinated gear heads since its inception, and while the technology has never enjoyed widespread commercialization, there’s a vibrant community of ...

Reader Sarah Turner emailed in a question yesterday asking about the Stirling Engine and what might come be it’s future as a power source in automobiles. Since this is an excellent topic that ...