Citation for published version: Chagnon-Lessard, N, Copeland, C, Mathieu-Potvin, F & Gosselin, L 2020, 'Maximizing specific work output extracted from engine exhaust with novel inverted Brayton cycles over a large range of operating conditions', Energy. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.116350 DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2019.116350 Publication date: 2020 Document Version Peer reviewed version Link to publication Publisher Rights CC BY-NC-ND University of Bath Alternative formats If you require this document in an alternative format, please contact:
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