Assembly for transferring thermal energy from an energy source

Abstract

The invention relates to an assembly (100) for transferring thermal energy from an energy source (2) to a temperature-control medium of a temperature-control circuit (3), the assembly comprising: - a heat transfer device (1) by means of which thermal energy can be absorbed, at least temporarily, from the thermal energy source (2) onto the heat transfer device (1), and thermal energy can be emitted, at least temporarily, from the heat transfer device (1) to a temperature-control circuit (3) comprising a temperature-control medium, - a storage device (4) which movably supports the heat transfer device (1) and / or the thermal energy source (2) so that a relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2) can be carried out, - a control device (6) which carries out or initiates the relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the energy source (2) on the basis of a controlled variable.

Description

[0001] Arrangement for the transfer of thermal energy from an energy source

[0002] The invention relates to an arrangement for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit and / or a power generation device.

[0003] Corresponding arrangements for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a temperature control medium in a temperature control circuit and / or a power generation device are known in principle from the prior art. For example, it is known to equip a masonry heater, which is fueled with wood, with a water jacket so that the thermal energy generated in the combustion chamber of the masonry heater is transferred to water circulating in the water jacket. This heated water can circulate in a circuit, e.g., in a circuit connected to radiators. This ensures that the thermal energy generated in the masonry heater is transported via the water to heat exchangers, e.g., radiators, located away from the masonry heater and released into the environment. A disadvantage of this is that the circuit typically operates at a constant or variable temperature.Water within a predefined temperature range is required to prevent negative effects on the piping and / or heating elements of the circuit, while simultaneously ensuring high efficiency in transferring the thermal energy generated in the furnace to locations further away from the furnace. The prior art typically involves controlling the furnace's combustion behavior, but this is a slow-response control system. Furthermore, complex control mechanisms and devices are necessary to reliably prevent overheating of the circuit or the water circulating within it in the event of a component failure or insufficient control response. It is also known in the prior art to convert the heat radiation from a thermal energy source, such as a furnace, into electrical current using a power generation device.

[0004] The invention is based on the objective of providing an arrangement for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit and / or a power generation device, which, in particular with regard to a simple, fast and cost-effective measure, enables reliable and safe operation of the arrangement with a high efficiency.

[0005] The problem is solved by an arrangement according to claim 1 and claim 2. The dependent claims relate to possible embodiments of the arrangement. The problem is also solved by a heat transfer device according to claim 16, by a heat transfer system according to claim 17, and by a method according to claim 18. The dependent claims 19 and 20 relate to possible embodiments of the method. The arrangement serves to transfer thermal energy from an energy source, e.g., a furnace, in particular a wood-burning stove, to a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit, e.g., a heating circuit for temperature control of a building, and / or to a power generating device.The arrangement comprises a heat transfer device by means of which thermal energy can be absorbed, at least temporarily, from a thermal energy source to the heat transfer device and at least temporarily released from the heat transfer device to a temperature control circuit containing a temperature control medium. The heat transfer device thus constitutes a heat exchanger that enables the exchange or transfer of thermal energy between the thermal energy source and the temperature control circuit. Alternatively or additionally, the heat transfer device serves to transfer heat to a power generation device, so that the heat received by the power generation device can be converted into electrical energy. For example, the power generation device operates according to the Seebeck effect and / or the Peltier effect and / or the Thomson effect.Furthermore, the arrangement includes a mounting device that movably supports the heat transfer device and / or the thermal energy source, enabling relative movement between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source. An actuating device within the arrangement can execute or initiate this relative movement between the heat transfer device and the energy source, depending on a control variable.

[0006] The following description of the invention's mode of operation is generally based on a temperature control circuit carrying a temperature control medium. The descriptions provided here can also be applied to at least one heat transfer device that is not connected to a temperature control circuit but transfers heat to a power generation device. Finally, it is possible for the arrangement to utilize one heat transfer device for heat transfer to a power generation device and another heat transfer device, or the same heat transfer device, for heat transfer to a temperature control circuit, wherein one or both of the heat transfer devices are used for this purpose.All heat transfer devices shall include a storage device as described herein and an actuating device for performing a relative movement between the heat transfer device and the energy source depending on an actuating variable, in particular a prevailing temperature.

[0007] The actuating device can be configured to effect relative movement between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source by applying tensile and / or compressive forces to the heat transfer device and / or the thermal energy source. In particular, the actuating device can be used to raise and / or lower the heat transfer device to effect this relative movement to the thermal energy source. The heat transfer device can include a container to form the receiving chamber. Preferably, the container can be pot-shaped. The container or receiving chamber can, for example, have a capacity for the transfer medium of 10 to 250 liters, preferably 15 to 150 liters, particularly preferably 20 to 100 liters, most preferably 25 to 90 liters, more preferably 30 to 75 liters, and further preferably 35 to 60 liters.The heat transfer device can, for example, comprise a base body with an interior space and a cover for closing the interior space. The cover can preferably be detachably attached to the base body or be attachable in a fixed manner. It is possible that (a) an expansion vessel and / or (b) an interface and / or at least a component of the actuating device and / or (c) a sensing element, e.g., a thermostat, and / or (d) an inlet and / or outlet interface of the temperature control circuit is arranged or formed on the cover. This allows the base body forming the interior space to be technically simple, so that the support function for attachments of the heat transfer device and / or for a lifting point for the heat transfer device is located on the cover. The cover can, in particular by means of a gasket, close or seal the receiving space of the heat transfer device from the outside in a gas- and / or liquid-tight manner.

[0008] The system can, for example, be integrated into a central heating system or a collective heating system, or at least partially comprise one, so that the temperature-controlled medium supplies or regulates the temperature of one or more rooms or buildings at a central temperature control unit, in particular a heating point. Water, for example, can be used as the temperature control medium. Alternatively, a temperature control medium that is at least temporarily gaseous and / or liquid and / or vaporous can be used.

[0009] The mounting device mounts the heat transfer device and / or the thermal energy source relative to an environment, e.g., a surface, wherein the heat transfer device and / or the thermal energy source are at least partially, preferably predominantly, and particularly preferably completely, movable relative to each other. In other words, (a) the thermal energy source can be stationary and the heat transfer device movable in space, or (b) the heat transfer device can be stationary and the thermal energy source movable in space, or (c) both the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device can be movably mounted and thus movable in space. In a preferred embodiment, the thermal energy source is arranged stationary relative to an environment, and the heat transfer device is movably mounted relative to the energy source.

[0010] It is possible that the relative motion involves a change in distance between the heat transfer device and a thermal energy source, whereby this change in distance leads to a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy between the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device. For example, the change in distance influences the transfer properties of thermal energy from the thermal energy source to the heat transfer device. Such a change in transfer properties can occur, for example, through a change in the distance and thus the path that the thermal energy has to travel from the thermal energy source to the heat transfer device. For example, there may be a gap, at least temporarily, between the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device. This gap may contain air or other materials.The space between the components can be open, allowing ambient air to enter. The transfer of thermal energy, for example from the thermal energy source to the heat transfer device, can occur through this space or via the air within it. In this case, heat transfer can occur through convection and / or thermal radiation. It is also possible that the heat transfer device comes into contact, at least temporarily, with the thermal energy source, particularly direct contact, resulting in heat conduction through mechanical contact. In this case, heat conduction through mechanical contact can occur in addition to heat transfer through convection and / or thermal radiation.The greater the distance between the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device, the less and / or more slowly thermal energy is transferred from the thermal energy source to the heat transfer device. Increasing the distance reduces the efficiency of the heat transfer process. This principle is therefore used to maintain a setpoint temperature of the heat transfer device, or of a heat storage medium and / or temperature control medium within the heat transfer device, within a predefined thermal range.

[0011] The arrangement may include a thermal energy source that has at least one combustion chamber in which a combustion process is carried out, or can be carried out, to generate thermal energy. The thermal energy source may, for example, be a solid fuel-fired stove, in particular a wood-burning or pellet stove. For instance, logs, pellets, wood chips, charcoal, or coal may be used to fuel the thermal energy source or the stove.

[0012] The control device can, for example, comprise a sensing means, wherein the sensing means is configured to acquire sensing information describing (a) a physical and / or chemical quantity of a heat generation process of the thermal energy source and / or (b) a physical and / or chemical quantity of the heat transfer device, wherein the sensing information is used or can be used as a control variable of the control device. The sensing means can react directly or indirectly to the physical and / or chemical quantity and act directly or indirectly on the control device. For example, a fluid is provided in or coupled to a piston-cylinder unit, wherein the fluid expands depending on the temperature.This fluid can be understood as a sensing medium, wherein the fluid, in combination with the piston-cylinder unit, forms the actuating device that initiates, and in particular initiates and executes, the relative movement between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source. Instead of a fluid, the piston-cylinder unit can also be operatively connected with a solid or gaseous medium that exhibits a temperature-dependent change in volume and / or shape and / or length, in order to enable temperature-dependent control of the actuating device.Alternatively or additionally, a sensor can be provided as a detection device, which outputs an electrical or electronic signal depending on a detected physical and / or chemical quantity, in particular a detected temperature. Depending on this signal, an actuator controllable via an electrical and / or electronic signal can be used as part of the control device to achieve a targeted relative movement and / or a predefined relative distance between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source. Optionally, the physical and / or chemical quantity of a heat generation process of the thermal energy source can also relate to its exhaust air, for example, the temperature of the exhaust gas from a thermal energy source involving a combustion process, with the exhaust gases from the combustion process being discharged as exhaust air through an exhaust pipe.

[0013] The actuating device can, for example, include an actuating element comprising a fluid chamber filled with a fluid and / or an expansion element, whereby a relative movement of the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device can be executed by means of the actuating element depending on a thermally induced volume change of the fluid and / or the expansion element. The fluid chamber filled with a fluid and / or the expansion element can be understood as a sensing device. The fluid or the expansion element expands and / or contracts depending on the adjacent temperature, in particular the temperature of a region of the heat transfer device, e.g., a solid or liquid heat storage medium of the heat transfer device. This volume change occurs to a predefined extent, so that the height or...The distance between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source is changed or adjusted. For the fluid of the actuator and / or for the temperature control medium, oil, e.g., motor oil or fire-resistant oil, or water can be used. Optionally, the fluid chamber can be fluidically connected to the receiving chamber of the transfer medium. In other words, the transfer medium can at least partially form the fluid contained in the fluid chamber.

[0014] Optionally, a mechanical lever system and / or other transmission elements, in particular coupling mechanisms, can be arranged or configured between a change in volume and / or length and / or shape of the fluid and / or the expansion element and the thermal energy source and / or the heat transfer device to enable a predefined movement of the heat transfer device and / or the thermal energy source depending on the change in volume and / or length and / or shape of the fluid. For example, the actuating means can comprise a piston-cylinder unit, wherein the piston-cylinder unit is moved apart or together depending on a change in volume of the fluid and / or the expansion element.

[0015] The heat transfer device may comprise a receiving chamber for a transfer medium, particularly a liquid, and a heat exchanger, at least partially in contact with the transfer medium, particularly a liquid, for transferring thermal energy between the liquid transfer medium and a temperature control circuit and / or between the transfer medium, particularly a liquid, and the power generating unit. The at least one heat exchanger of the heat transfer device may be at least partially surrounded, and in particular completely surrounded, by the liquid transfer medium. For example, the heat exchanger may be immersed in the liquid transfer medium. The heat exchanger may, for example, be designed as a coiled tube, preferably predominantly, in certain sections.In principle, a solid and / or a bulk material can be used as a transfer medium as an alternative or in addition to a liquid transfer medium; for example, sand can be used as a transfer medium.

[0016] Optionally, the heat transfer unit's receiving chamber can be coupled with an expansion tank or vessel to compensate for any volume changes in the transfer medium that occur due to temperature fluctuations. In other words, pressure fluctuations inside the receiving chamber can be compensated for by the connected expansion tank, thus maintaining a largely constant pressure within the chamber.

[0017] The heat transfer medium is contained within the receiving chamber of the heat transfer device, for example, as a closed or an open system. In a preferred embodiment, the heat transfer medium is contained within a closed system of the receiving chamber.

[0018] Optionally, a level sensor can be used to detect the fill level of the transfer medium in the receiving chamber of the heat transfer device. For example, a warning, indicator, and / or control signal is issued as soon as a predefined limit value for the fill level of the transfer medium is undershot. In an advantageous embodiment, the receiving chamber can be equipped with a pressure relief device, in particular a pressure relief valve, so that in the event of overpressure in the receiving chamber, bursting is prevented by the controlled release of a portion of the transfer medium and / or a gas located in the receiving chamber.

[0019] The actuating device can, for example, comprise an actuating element having a fluid chamber filled with a fluid, wherein a section of the actuating element comprising the fluid chamber is arranged at least partially, preferably predominantly, particularly preferably completely, (a) in the transmission medium, which is in particular liquid, and / or (b) is fluidly connected to a section receiving the transmission medium. It is possible that the transmission medium constitutes the fluid.

[0020] For example, the actuating device is immersed in the transmission medium. Optionally, it can be provided that a sensing device is arranged or formed at least partially, preferably predominantly, and particularly preferably completely, within an interior space formed or bounded by a coiled pipe. Because a coiled pipe defines a receiving space or interior space, a compact design of the coiled pipe and the sensing device can be achieved.

[0021] The arrangement may include a detection device configured to detect (a) a physical and / or chemical quantity of a thermal energy source and / or (b) a physical and / or chemical quantity of the heat transfer device and / or (c) a control state of the actuator and / or (d) detection information describing the relative position and / or orientation of the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source, whereby, depending on the detection information, an indicator and / or a control signal can be generated or is generated. The detection information can be output, for example, in a form perceptible acoustically (e.g., a tone signal) and / or visually (e.g., a light signal) and / or haptically / tactilely (e.g., vibration).The detection device can be designed, for example, in the form of a thermostat and / or a temperature sensor, whereby, depending on the detected detection information describing a temperature of the thermal energy source and / or the heat transfer device, it can be output as information and / or as a control signal.

[0022] In an optional embodiment, the arrangement may include a pump circulating a temperature control medium in a temperature control circuit and / or an auxiliary temperature control device, wherein the pump and / or the auxiliary temperature control device can be controlled and / or regulated by means of the control signal. The auxiliary temperature control device may, for example, be a heating device and / or a cooling device. For example, the auxiliary heating device is a device that converts electrical energy into thermal energy. An auxiliary temperature control device designed as a cooling device may, for example, be configured as an air conditioner or a heat pump. It is possible that the auxiliary temperature control device is coupled to the temperature control circuit via a further heat exchanger and can thermally influence it.For example, if the heat transfer device fails or if the temperature control is not sufficiently high or fast, the additional temperature control device can be used to control the temperature of the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit, either in addition to or instead of the thermal energy source.

[0023] The control signal generated based on the acquired information can be used, for example, to control a pump or to control and / or regulate the pump's delivery rate. This control and / or regulation can define or include an on and off state. Alternatively or additionally, the control and / or regulation can specify a stepless or stepped change in the pump's delivery rate via the control signal.

[0024] In an optional embodiment, an operating state can be provided in which an auxiliary heater tempers the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit, and no or only negligible temperature control by means of the thermal energy source is intended to, or is, carried out. For this purpose, the heat transfer device can be moved to a position and / or orientation relative to the thermal energy source in which no temperature control, and in particular no heating, of the heat transfer device by the thermal energy source occurs. In at least one further operating state of the arrangement, temperature control, and in particular heating, of the heat transfer device by means of the thermal energy source can occur exclusively or additionally.In these operating states, the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device assume a corresponding relative position and / or orientation to each other, in which a transfer of thermal energy can take place.

[0025] Optionally, the arrangement can include an output unit by means of which information can be displayed visually, audibly, and / or haptically. The output unit can, for example, be an integral part of the thermal energy source and / or the heat transfer device. Alternatively or additionally, the thermal energy source and / or the heat transfer device can include a data connection and / or a data transmission means (e.g., a data interface, in particular a radio module) by means of which information can be transmitted to and, in particular, displayed at a distance from the thermal energy source and / or the heat transfer device. Visual output of an information function can, for example, be provided via a light source and / or a display. Audible output of the information can, for example, be provided by means of a loudspeaker.A haptically perceptible output of the information can be achieved, for example, by means of a vibration element; for instance, the information is output in the form of a vibration from a mobile device, e.g., a smartphone.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the arrangement may include the heat transfer device being arranged or configured above the thermal energy source. In particular, the heat transfer device is suspended above the thermal energy source by means of the support device. It is possible that the heat transfer device is arranged to cover at least part, preferably predominantly, and especially preferably completely, the thermal energy source in a top view. For example, in the majority of operating states, preferably in all operating states, the heat transfer device is arranged above the heat transfer device, and in particular, always completely covers it in a top view.In an optional embodiment, the heat transfer device may be arranged laterally to the thermal energy source.

[0027] It is possible that the heat transfer device is arranged or configured (a) laterally to or adjacent to a thermal energy source and / or (b) laterally to or adjacent to an exhaust pipe of a thermal energy source designed as a combustion chamber. This enables thermal energy radiated laterally from an exhaust pipe to be transferred to a power generation device for electricity generation by means of the heat transfer device. The actuating device can, particularly depending on the temperature, cause a change in distance, preferably at least a partial lateral relocation or at least partial lateral movement, of the heat transfer device in order to change the heat transfer properties depending on the temperature.

[0028] In an optional embodiment of the invention, the arrangement may include a power generation device that generates or converts electrical energy from the waste heat of the thermal energy source and / or the temperature control circuit and / or the heat transfer device. For example, a thermoelectric generator may be arranged on, i.e., in or on, the heat transfer device. The thermoelectric generator can convert heat into electrical energy due to the thermoelectric effect. It is possible for the power generation device to operate according to the Seebeck effect and / or the Peltier effect and / or the Thomson effect to generate or convert electrical energy from the waste heat of the heat transfer device. To achieve the highest possible efficiency of the power generation device, it is advantageous if the source supplying the thermal energy to the power generation device, e.g., the heat transfer device, is of a high thermal energy source.The heat transfer device remains within a defined temperature range and is not subject to large temperature fluctuations. Because the thermal energy source can be maintained within a predefined temperature range, preferably at a predefined temperature value, by changing the distance between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source, this change in distance, or rather this control of the heat transfer device's temperature, offers a twofold advantage. Firstly, the temperature of the temperature control medium flowing through the heat transfer device is maintained at a setpoint or setpoint range. Secondly, thermal energy supplied by the heat transfer device to a power generation device can be maintained at a defined temperature value or within a defined temperature range.The more constant and uniform the temperature difference between the heat source (here, the heat transfer device) and the power-generating device (e.g., a Peltier element), the higher the output power or efficiency of the Peltier element. The power-generating device (e.g., a Peltier element) can be located, for example, directly on the base body and / or the cover and / or at an interface of the temperature control circuit on the heat transfer device side.

[0029] The arrangement and / or the heat transfer device can be designed or installed as a retrofit device or kit to supplement an existing thermal energy source. This makes it possible to retrofit a thermal energy source, such as a thermal energy source with a combustion chamber and / or an exhaust pipe of such a source, with the heat transfer device in order to use at least a portion of the thermal energy emitted by the thermal energy source in a temperature control circuit and / or for power generation. The retrofit device can, for example, include a heat transfer unit that is positioned above and / or laterally to the thermal energy source and is mounted so that it can move relative to it.

[0030] In addition to the arrangement, the invention also relates to a heat transfer system comprising (a) a temperature control circuit comprising a temperature control medium, (b) a thermal energy source, (c) a heat transfer device by means of which thermal energy can be received at least temporarily from the thermal energy source to the heat transfer device and thermal energy can be released at least temporarily from the heat transfer device to the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit, (d) a mounting device which movably mounts the heat transfer device and / or the thermal energy source so that a relative movement between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source is possible, and (e) an actuating device which executes or initiates the relative movement between the heat transfer device and the energy source depending on an actuating variable.The control variable can be, for example, a temperature present in or at the thermal energy source and / or at the heat transfer device.

[0031] Furthermore, the invention comprises a method for temperature control of at least one space, wherein an arrangement described herein is used. For example, the method can provide that, depending on a control variable, e.g., a prevailing temperature of the thermal energy source and / or the heat transfer device, a relative movement is carried out between the heat transfer device and the energy source. Optionally, the relative movement can include a change in the distance between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source, wherein the change in distance leads to a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy between the thermal energy source and the heat transfer device; in particular, the change in distance influences a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy from the thermal energy source to the heat transfer device.Due to a change in distance, the type and / or extent of heat transfer occurring across the distance or via the air prevailing at that distance between the heat transfer device and the thermal energy source can be influenced.

[0032] All advantages, details, designs and / or features of the arrangement according to the invention are applicable to the heat transfer device according to the invention, to the heat transfer system according to the invention and to the method according to the invention, and vice versa.

[0033] The invention is explained in more detail with reference to exemplary embodiments in the drawings. These show:

[0034] Fig. 1 shows a schematic arrangement for the transfer of thermal energy from a

[0035] Energy source to a temperature control circuit according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0036] Fig. 2 shows a schematic arrangement for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a temperature control circuit according to a second embodiment;

[0037] Fig. 3 shows a schematic arrangement for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a temperature control circuit according to a third embodiment;

[0038] Fig. 4 shows a schematic arrangement for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a temperature control circuit and additionally to a power generating device according to a fourth embodiment;

[0039] Fig. 5 shows a schematic arrangement for transferring thermal energy from an energy source to a power generating device according to a fifth embodiment;

[0040] Fig. 6 shows a schematic arrangement for the transfer of thermal energy from an energy source to a power generating device according to a sixth embodiment in a first transfer state; Fig. 7 shows a schematic arrangement for the transfer of thermal energy from an energy source to a power generating device according to Figure 6 in a second transfer state.

[0041] The figures depict an arrangement 100 for transferring thermal energy from an energy source 2 to a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit 3. The temperature control medium can, for example, be liquid and is guided or circulated within the temperature control circuit 3. The arrangement 100 comprises a heat transfer device 1, by means of which thermal energy can be received at least temporarily from a thermal energy source 2 and thermal energy can be released at least temporarily from the heat transfer device 1 to a temperature control circuit 3 containing a temperature control medium. The thermal energy is schematically represented by arrows 19 and 20, whereby the heat from the thermal energy source 2 can be transferred to the heat transfer device 1 (see arrow 19) and from the heat transfer device 1 to the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit 3 (see arrow 20 or the coiled tube shown there).The temperature control circuit 3 can include at least one radiator 32 or a heat exchanger, which is configured to transfer thermal energy from the temperature control circuit 3 to the environment. For this purpose, the temperature control medium circulating in the temperature control circuit 3 can, for example, transfer thermal energy via the surface of the radiator 32 to a room associated with the radiator 32. At least one radiator 32 of the temperature control circuit 32 can, for example, be designed as a surface heating system, in particular as underfloor heating, of a building or vehicle.

[0042] The heat transfer device 1 comprises, for example, a base body 24 with an interior or receiving chamber 11 and a cover 25 for closing the interior or receiving chamber 11. A transfer medium 12, in particular a liquid, can be arranged in the interior. The cover 25 can preferably be detachably, i.e., non-destructively, attached or attachable to the base body 24. Optionally, (a) an expansion vessel 26 and / or (b) an interface 29 and / or at least a component of the actuating device and / or (c) a sensing means 8, e.g., a thermostat, and / or (d) a supply and / or discharge interface 27, 28 of the temperature control circuit 3 is arranged or formed on the cover 25. The expansion vessel 26 serves to compensate for pressure fluctuations inside the receiving chamber 11 or inside the base body 24. Thus, the pressure in the receiving chamber 11 or in the base body 24 can be regulated by means of the expansion vessel 26.The temperature inside the base body 24 is kept largely constant. The interface 29 serves as a point of application for the bearing device 4 and / or for the actuating device 6, so that a tensile and / or compressive force can act on the heat transfer device 1, in particular on the cover 25, through the interface 29 to initiate a relative movement between the heat transfer device 1 and the thermal energy source 2. For example, the interface 29 can be designed as an eyelet, see Figure 1, or as a hook (not shown) or as another force-fit and / or form-fit and / or material-fit connection interface. The temperature control circuit 3 is introduced into the heat transfer device 1 via the feed interface 27, so that thermal energy transfer can be carried out, e.g., by means of the transfer medium 12, to the temperature control medium.The heated temperature control medium is transferred via the discharge interface 28 into the section of the temperature control circuit 3 located outside the heat transfer device 1. The supply interface 27 and / or the discharge interface can be arranged or formed on a side wall of the base body 24 and / or on the cover 25.

[0043] It is possible that a level sensor 30 is arranged on, i.e., on or in, the heat transfer device 1. The level sensor 30 can generate and / or output level information describing the level of the transfer medium in the interior of the base body 24 or in the receiving chamber 11. The level information can, for example, indicate that the level has fallen below a predefined limit and output this as a warning message and / or output a control signal that moves the heat transfer device 1 to a parked position and / or to a position remote from or spaced away from the thermal energy source 2, so that no or only a small amount of heat transfer from the thermal energy source 2 to the heat transfer device 1 can take place.

[0044] For example, in the embodiment shown in Figure 1, when the heat transfer device 1 is heated, the transfer medium 12, which is located in its receiving chamber 11 and is in particular liquid, is heated.

[0045] The arrangement 100 further comprises a mounting device 4, which movably mounts the heat transfer device 1 and / or the thermal energy source 2, so that a relative movement 5 between the heat transfer device 1 and the thermal energy source 2 is possible. The arrangement 100 has an actuating device 6, which executes or initiates the relative movement 5 between the heat transfer device 1 and the energy source 2 depending on a control variable. According to the embodiment shown in the figures, the distance 21 between the thermal energy source 2 and the heat transfer device 1 is changed depending on a control variable or by means of the actuating device 6. In other words, the relative movement 5 can, for example, change the distance orThe device comprises a change in the distance 21 between the heat transfer device 1 and a thermal energy source 2, wherein the change in distance leads to a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy between the thermal energy source 2 and the heat transfer device 1 (see arrow 19). In particular, the change in distance 21 influences the transfer properties of thermal energy from the thermal energy source 2 to the heat transfer device 1. The thermal energy source 2 can have at least one combustion chamber 7 in which a combustion process for generating thermal energy is carried out or can be carried out. For example, the thermal energy source 2 can be a solid fuel-operated stove, in particular a wood-burning or pellet stove.

[0046] It is possible that the control device 6 comprises a detection means 8, wherein the detection means 8 is configured to detect (a) a physical and / or chemical quantity of a heat generation process of the thermal energy source 2 and / or (b) a physical and / or chemical quantity of the heat transfer device 1, wherein the detection information is used or can be used as a control variable of the control device 6, cf. Figure 2. This makes it possible to change the distance 21 between the thermal energy source 2 and the heat transfer device 1 depending on, for example, the temperature of the heat transfer device 1 and / or the thermal energy source 2, thereby changing the heat transfer between the thermal energy source 2 and the heat transfer device 1.This allows for the provision of a self-regulating heat transfer system that changes or adapts its transfer properties depending on the prevailing temperatures.

[0047] The actuating device 6 can, for example, include an actuating element 9 comprising a fluid chamber 14 filled with a fluid and / or an expansion element, wherein, depending on a thermally induced volume change of the fluid and / or the expansion element, a relative movement 5 between the thermal energy source 2 and the heat transfer device 1 can be carried out by means of the actuating device 6 and / or the actuating element 9. Preferably, this can be done without electrical actuators, i.e., the volume change of the fluid and / or the expansion element leads to a change in the distance 21 via a, in particular exclusively, mechanical coupling. For example, the heating of a fluid, e.g., a liquid, in the fluid chamber 14 and / or an expansion element of the actuating element 9 leads to the actuating device 6 being activated, so that a change in the distance 21 is carried out depending on the temperature.For this purpose, the actuating means 9 can, for example, comprise a piston-cylinder unit 10, wherein, depending on a change in the volume of the fluid and / or an expansion element, the piston-cylinder unit 10 is moved apart or together. For example, in the embodiment shown in Figure 1, when the heat transfer device 1 is heated, the transfer medium 12, which is particularly liquid and located in its receiving chamber 11, is heated. The transfer medium 12 thus heats the actuating means 9, particularly through direct contact.A fluid contained in a fluid chamber 14 of the actuating device 9 and / or an expansion element of the actuating device 9, wherein the increase in volume of the fluid and / or the expansion element directly or indirectly exerts a compressive force and / or a tensile force on the heat transfer device 1 and thus initiates a relative movement 5 of the heat transfer device 1 relative to the thermal energy source 2. For example, a coupling device (not shown), in particular a mechanical one, can be arranged or formed between (a) the fluid and / or expansion element on the one hand and (b) the heat transfer device 1 on the other hand, which modifies, in particular increases and / or reverses, a tensile or compressive force of the fluid and / or the expansion element, and thereby causes a tensile and / or compressive force to act on the heat transfer device 1, which is movably mounted by means of the bearing device 4, leading to a change in the distance 21.

[0048] The heat transfer device 1 can, for example, comprise a receiving chamber 11 for receiving a transfer medium 12, in particular a liquid, and a heat exchanger 13, at least partially in contact with the liquid transfer medium 12, for transferring thermal energy between the transfer medium 12 and a temperature control circuit 3. The heat exchanger 13 can, for example, be designed as a coil of tubes, which is at least partially, preferably predominantly, and particularly preferably completely, surrounded by the transfer medium 12. The temperature control medium can be guided in the coil of tubes so that thermal energy can be transferred from the transfer medium 12 to the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit 3 via a tube wall of the coil.

[0049] The actuating device 6 can, for example, comprise an actuating means 9 which has a fluid chamber 14 filled with a fluid, wherein a section of the actuating means 9 having at least partially the fluid chamber 14 is arranged at least partially, preferably predominantly, particularly preferably completely, in or surrounded by the liquid transmission medium 12.

[0050] It is possible that the arrangement 100 comprises a detection device 15 which is configured to (a) detect a physical and / or chemical quantity of a thermal energy source 2 and / or

[0051] (b) a physical and / or chemical quantity of the heat transfer device 1 and / or

[0052] (c) to acquire information describing the actuation state of the actuator 6 and / or (d) the relative position and / or orientation of the heat transfer device 1 and the thermal energy source 2, wherein, depending on the acquisition information, a warning signal and / or a control signal can be generated or is generated. For example, a pump 16 circulating a temperature control medium in a temperature control circuit 3 and / or an auxiliary temperature control device 17 can be controlled, particularly by means of the control signal. Such control can preferably be automated. In general, the pump 16 and / or the auxiliary temperature control device 17 can be controlled and / or regulated by means of the control signal. The acquiring device 15 and the level sensor 30 can, for example, be designed as an integrated sensor device.It is possible that the arrangement 100 includes an output unit 18 by means of which information and / or a control signal can be output visually and / or audibly and / or haptically. For this purpose, for example, the thermal energy source 2 and / or the heat transfer device 1 and / or a mobile terminal 22 can have an output unit 18. The mobile terminal 22 can be, for example, a tablet or a smartphone that has a data connection 23 with (a) the thermal energy source 2 and / or (b) the heat transfer device 1 and / or (c) a computer unit 31 associated with the thermal energy source 2 and / or the heat transfer device 1.

[0053] It is possible that a computer unit 31 connects the pump 16 for circulating the temperature control medium in the temperature control circuit 3 and / or the level sensor 30 and / or the sensing means 8 and / or the sensing device 15 and / or a mobile terminal 22 and / or a temperature sensor of a radiator 32 integrated into the temperature control circuit and heating a room and / or a temperature sensor of the thermal energy source 2 for unidirectional or bidirectional data exchange via a data connection 23. The data connection 23 can, for example, be configured as a wired or wireless data connection 23, at least partially, preferably predominantly, and particularly preferably completely.

[0054] As illustrated by way of example in the embodiments shown in the figures, the heat transfer device 1 can be arranged above the thermal energy source 2. For example, the heat transfer device 1 can be suspended above a thermal energy source 2 by means of the support device 4. Alternatively or additionally, the thermal energy source 2 can be stationary relative to its surroundings, and the heat transfer device 1 can be movable, in particular suspended, relative to the energy source 2. It is possible for the heat transfer device 1 to be suspended from a support structure 38, e.g., a cantilever mounted on the ceiling and / or on a wall and / or on a frame standing on the floor.

[0055] In an advantageous method, an arrangement 100 described herein may be used to temperature control at least one room. The method may optionally provide that, depending on a control variable, a relative movement 5 is performed between the heat transfer device 1 and the energy source 2. Furthermore, the relative movement 5 may be accompanied by a change in the distance between the heat transfer device 1 and the thermal energy source 2. In particular, the change in distance influences the transfer properties of thermal energy from the thermal energy source 2 to the heat transfer device 1. Thus, in a first operating state, the heat transfer device 1 and the thermal energy source 2 can be brought into contact by means of the control device 6, so that a direct energy flow can take place. If the control variable, e.g.,If the existing temperature exceeds a threshold value, the distance 21 can increase, thus reducing the degree of heat transfer. If the threshold value is not reached, the distance 21 can be reduced, thereby increasing the heat transfer from the thermal energy source 2 to the heat transfer device 1.

[0056] Figure 3 shows a temperature control circuit 3, which includes a radiator 32 and a pump.

[0057] 16 additionally includes an auxiliary temperature control unit 17. The auxiliary temperature control unit can be used, for example, to heat or cool the temperature control medium circulating in the temperature control circuit 3. For this purpose, the auxiliary temperature control unit can

[0058] The auxiliary temperature control device 17 can be configured as a heat pump 33, in particular as a heat pump heating system, so that heating of the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit 3 is possible. For example, the arrangement 100 can be put into an operating state in which the thermal energy source 2 cannot provide a sufficient amount of heat for the heat transfer device 1. In such a case, the auxiliary temperature control device 17 can enable heating of the temperature control medium, either alone or in addition to the thermal energy source 2. The auxiliary temperature control device 17 can be configured as a heat source 37 (e.g., as a gas or fuel-burning burner) which can be inserted or integrated into the temperature control circuit 3, at least temporarily, in addition to the thermal energy source 2.

[0059] In an optional embodiment, the temperature control circuit 3 has a bypass line 34 by means of which the temperature control medium can circulate at least temporarily in the temperature control circuit without flowing through the heat transfer device 1. For this purpose, the bypass line 34 can be connected or connectable to the section of the temperature control circuit 3 that passes through the heat transfer device 1 via at least one switching element 35, 36, e.g., a valve. The at least one switching element 35, 36 can preferably be connected or connectable to the computer unit 31 via a data connection 23.

[0060] Preferably, the thermal energy source 2 is arranged upstream of the auxiliary temperature control device 17, in particular upstream of the heat pump 33 and / or upstream of the heat source 37. The thermal energy source 2 and, if present, the auxiliary temperature control device 17 is / are arranged upstream of the at least one radiator 32, preferably upstream of all radiators 32 of the temperature control circuit 3. The pump 16 can, for example, be arranged upstream of the bypass line 34 and upstream of the heat transfer device 1.

[0061] The fourth embodiment shown in Figure 4 initially comprises the structure of the first embodiment shown in Figure 1, with the addition of a power generation device 39, which converts or generates electrical energy from waste heat from the heat transfer device 1 applied to a hot side 40 of the power generation device 39 and the temperature difference to a cold side 41 of the power generation device 39. The cold side 41 can, for example, be passively cooled, for instance, by having a heat sink (not shown), in particular with cooling fins, which is cooled by the ambient air. The ambient air can optionally be directed as a flow onto the heat sink or along it by means of a fluid energy machine, e.g., a fan. Such a heat sink can, for example, be made of or comprise aluminum. Alternatively or additionally, the cold side 41 can be actively cooled. For this purpose, for example,A return flow of the temperature control circuit 3, for example, the temperature control medium carried therein, can be used. This means, for example, that the temperature control medium is used to cool the cold side of the power generation device 39 before being reheated, particularly in the heat transfer device 1, or undergoes a first indirect heating there. Preferably, the temperature control medium and / or the cooling medium of a cooling circuit flows from a side of the power generation device 39 facing away from the thermal energy source to a side of the power generation device 39 facing the thermal energy source, so that – similar to a counterflow principle – the temperature control medium (pre-)heated in the power generation device 39 flows from a cold to a warm section of the cold side 41.

[0062] This allows, for example, a sufficient and / or constant temperature difference between the hot and cold sides 40, 41 of the power generating unit 39 to be achieved. This enables the power generating unit 39 and / or the entire arrangement 100 to operate in a high-efficiency operating range and / or in a stable operating range with a low risk of failure. Because the distance between the heat transfer device 1 and the thermal energy source 2 is variable, or because the bearing device 4 and the actuating device 6 adjust it depending on the control variable, in particular the temperature, the amount of heat applied to the hot side 40 of the power generating unit 39 is also kept within a constant range and / or the arrangement 100 as a whole is kept within a safe operating range.

[0063] In the fifth embodiment shown in Figure 5, the heat transfer device 1 is not used to temperature-control a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit 3, in contrast to the previous embodiments. In this embodiment, the heat transfer device 1 serves to temperature-control a power generating unit 39. The power generating unit 39 can be passively cooled at its cold side 41, i.e., by means of ambient air, and / or by means of a cooling circuit 42. This cooling circuit 42 is not equivalent to the temperature control circuit 3 of the previous embodiments, since this cooling circuit 42 is not subject to direct heating via the heat transfer device 1, and in particular not through direct contact between a channel carrying a cooling medium of the cooling circuit 42 and the transfer medium 12. Rather, the cooling circuit 42 is designed to cool the power generating unit 39.The cooling circuit 42, which includes a coolant pump for circulating the coolant, is shown in dashed lines, as it can be provided optionally or in addition to passive cooling of the cold side 41, e.g., by ambient airflow. The cooling circuit 42 has a heat exchanger 43, which is not connected to a temperature control circuit 3 for temperature control of a heating circuit, e.g., of a building. The heat exchanger 43 primarily serves, for example, to cool the cold side 41 of the power generating unit 39.

[0064] Optionally, an arrangement may comprise at least two heat transfer devices 1. For example, a first heat transfer device 1 may be assigned to a power generating unit 39, and a second heat transfer device may be assigned to a temperature control circuit 3, e.g., a heating circuit, particularly of a building. Thus, power generation can be carried out via the first heat transfer device 1, and heating, particularly of a building, can be carried out via the second heat transfer device 1. Optionally, these at least two heat transfer devices 1 may be supplied with thermal energy from the same thermal energy source 2 or from different thermal energy sources 2. The at least two heat transfer devices 1 may each be mounted so as to be movable relative to the single thermal energy source 2 or to the respective thermal energy source 2, either individually or separately.In other words, the at least two heat transfer devices 1 can be changed independently or dependently in their respective distance to the single or to the respective thermal energy source 2 depending on a control variable.

[0065] For example, the thermal energy source 2 is a furnace with an exhaust pipe. For example, the second heat transfer device 1 can be located near the combustion chamber of the furnace or at a smaller distance from the combustion chamber than the first heat transfer device 1. For example, the second heat transfer device 1 is associated with the combustion chamber, and the first heat transfer device 1 is associated with an exhaust pipe of the furnace. This allows a large portion of the thermal energy to be absorbed via the second heat transfer device 1 and used for temperature control, particularly of a building, while the first heat transfer device 1 absorbs thermal energy from the furnace's exhaust pipe to generate or convert it into electrical energy.

[0066] Figures 6 and 7 show another optional embodiment of a thermal energy source 2, the waste heat or thermal energy of which is transferred to a power generation device 39. The thermal energy source 2 can, for example, be designed as a flue pipe or an exhaust pipe 44. In other words, exhaust gas from a thermal energy source 2, which may, for example, have a combustion chamber, can be discharged via an exhaust pipe or flue pipe. The heated gas discharged inside the exhaust pipe 44 can be passed by a heat transfer device 1 located in the immediate vicinity of the exhaust pipe 44, in particular laterally to the exhaust pipe 44. As the exhaust gas flows through the exhaust pipe 44, thermal energy can be transferred to the heat transfer device 1, in particular through the wall defining the exhaust pipe.

[0067] The heat transfer device 1 can have a receiving chamber 11, which is designed as a container 46. Preferably, the container 46 is elongated and extends along and / or, in at least one operating state, parallel to a longitudinal axis 45 of the exhaust pipe 44. The container 46 can have at least two fluid-connected or fluid-separated sub-containers 47, 47'. At least one of the sub-containers 47, 47', preferably at least two sub-containers 47, 47', and particularly preferably all sub-containers 47, 47', can be movably mounted relative to the exhaust pipe 44. In the illustrated embodiment, the sub-containers 47, 47' are pivotally mounted on the exhaust pipe 44 via hinges 50, 50'.As an alternative to a pivot-mounted bearing, the partial container elements 47, 47', in particular exclusively, can be mounted for linear movement or be mounted in such a way that they can perform a movement comprising translational and rotational components. In general, the heat transfer device 1, in particular the receiving chamber 11, can be movable translationally and / or rotationally relative to the thermal energy source 2, for example, to a furnace or an exhaust pipe 44 of the furnace. For example, the heat transfer device 1 and / or the receiving chamber 11 and / or a container element 46 and / or at least one partial container element 47, 47' performs a translational and / or rotational movement towards the thermal energy source 2, in particular towards the exhaust pipe 44.

[0068] The container 46, in particular the sub-containers 47, 47', has, for example, a receiving chamber 11 for receiving a transfer medium 12. The transfer medium 12 can, for example, be a liquid. The transfer medium 12 can absorb thermal energy from the thermal energy source 2, e.g., from the exhaust pipe 44, and transfer or transmit this energy to the power generating unit 39 and / or regulate the temperature of the power generating unit 39. The power generating unit 39 can, for example, be configured as at least one, in particular as a plurality of, Peltier element(s) 48, 48'. Preferably, a plurality of Peltier elements 48, 48' are arranged or configured on a side, in particular a surface, of the heat transfer device 1, in particular of the at least one sub-container 47, 47', facing away from the interior of the exhaust pipe 44.The Peltier elements 48, 48' can be connected to a central power generation element, e.g. a current and / or voltage transformer 49, for power generation and / or power transmission.

[0069] In Figure 6, the partial container elements 47, 47' are arranged at a small, in particular a minimal, distance from the exhaust pipe 44. When the temperature of the gas flowing through the exhaust pipe 44 rises, the sensor 8 and / or the actuator 9 are also heated. The heating of the sensor 8 or the actuator 9 leads to a change in the position or orientation of the heat transfer device 1 or of the container element 46, in particular the partial container elements 47, 47', so that the heat transfer properties between the exhaust pipe 44 and the heat transfer device 1 change. That is, in the state of the increased distance, cf. Figure 7, the heat transfer from the exhaust pipe 44 to the heat transfer device 1 is reduced compared to the state in Figure 6. The sensor 8 or the actuator 9The actuating device 9 can be adjusted such that the distance between the heat transfer device 1 and the exhaust pipe 44 changes depending on the temperature, preventing excessively high temperatures or heat quantities from being transferred to the power generating device 39 via the transfer medium 12. This ensures effective and reliable thermal protection, i.e., protection against excessive temperatures, for the Peltier elements 48, 48'. The actuating device 9 or the sensing device 8 can be designed as a piston-cylinder unit; preferably, at least one cylinder of this piston-cylinder unit is at least partially filled with the fluid from the fluid chamber 14 and / or with the transfer medium 12.This allows a tensile and / or compressive force to be generated in the piston-cylinder unit by thermal expansion of the fluid in the fluid chamber 14 and / or the transfer medium 12, thereby achieving a change in distance between the thermal energy source 2, in particular the exhaust pipe 44, and the heat transfer device 1, in particular the container 46.

[0070] The exhaust pipe 44 shown in the figures has an n-sided, preferably 4-sided, and particularly preferably rectangular, cross-section. It is also possible for the exhaust pipe 44 to have a curved, preferably round, and particularly preferably circular, cross-section. The heat transfer device 1 can preferably have a shape that corresponds at least partially to the cross-sectional shape of the exhaust pipe 44. Preferably, the heat transfer device 1, in the applied state – i.e., the state of minimal distance – rests flat against the thermal energy source 2, in particular against the exhaust pipe 44.

[0071] In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the relative movement 5 is vertically oriented. Optionally, the relative movement 5 can be horizontally oriented or occur at an angle between 0° and 90°, preferably between 5° and 85°, to a horizontal plane. For example, the heat transfer device 1 and / or the receiving chamber 11 and / or a container 46 and / or at least one partial container 47, 47' is arranged laterally, particularly laterally and at the same level, to the thermal energy source 2, preferably to the exhaust pipe 44. This allows the heat transfer device 1 to utilize thermal energy emitted laterally from the thermal energy source 2.

[0072] 1 Heat transfer device

[0073] 2 thermal energy source

[0074] 3 Temperature control circuit

[0075] 4 Storage facility

[0076] 5 Relative motion between 1 and 2

[0077] 6 Actuator

[0078] 7 combustion chamber of 2

[0079] 8 Data collection tools

[0080] 9 Actuators

[0081] 10 piston-cylinder unit

[0082] 11 recording room of 1

[0083] 12 Transmission medium

[0084] 13 heat exchangers

[0085] 14 fluid space of 9

[0086] 15 Recording device

[0087] 16 pump

[0088] 17 Additional temperature control device

[0089] 18 output units

[0090] 19 Arrow

[0091] 20 Arrow

[0092] 21 distance

[0093] 22 mobile devices

[0094] 23 Data connection

[0095] 24 basic shapes of 1

[0096] 25 lids from 1

[0097] 26 Expansion tanks

[0098] 27 Feed interface for 3 to 1

[0099] 28 Discharge interface from 3 to 1

[0100] 29 Interface of 25 for 4 and / or 9

[0101] 30 Level sensor

[0102] 31 computer unit

[0103] 32 radiators

[0104] 33 Heat pump

[0105] 34 Bypass line from 3

[0106] 35 first switching device

[0107] 36 second switching device

[0108] 37 Heat source

[0109] 38 Supporting structure

[0110] 39 Power generation equipment 40 Hot side of 39

[0111] 41 Cold side of 39

[0112] 42 Cooling circuit

[0113] 43 Heat exchanger 44 Exhaust pipe

[0114] 45 Longitudinal axis of 44

[0115] 46 Container materials

[0116] 47, 47' Subcontainer

[0117] 48, 48' Peltier element 49 Current and / or voltage converter

[0118] 50, 50' hinge

[0119] 100 arrangement

Claims

PATE N TA NSP RÜ CHE 1. Arrangement (100) for transferring thermal energy from an energy source (2) to a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit (3), comprising - a heat transfer device (1) by means of which thermal energy can be absorbed at least temporarily from the thermal energy source (2) to the heat transfer device (1) and thermal energy can be transferred at least temporarily from the heat transfer device (1) to a temperature control circuit (3) comprising a temperature control medium, - a support device (4) which movably supports the heat transfer device (1) and / or the thermal energy source (2) so that a relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2) is possible, - an actuating device (6) which, depending on an actuating variable, performs or initiates the relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the energy source (2).

2. Arrangement (100), in particular according to claim 1, for transferring thermal energy from an energy source (2) to a power generating means (39), comprising - a heat transfer device (1) by means of which thermal energy can be absorbed at least temporarily from the thermal energy source (2) to the heat transfer device (1) and thermal energy can be transferred at least temporarily from the heat transfer device (1) to the power generating device (39), - a support device (4) which movably supports the heat transfer device (1) and / or the thermal energy source (2) so that a relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2) is possible, - an actuating device (6) which, depending on an actuating variable, performs or initiates the relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the energy source (2).

3. Arrangement (100) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the relative movement (5) comprises a change in distance between the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2), wherein the change in distance leads to a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy between the thermal energy source (2) and the heat transfer device (1), in particular the change in distance influences a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy from the thermal energy source (2) to the heat transfer device (1).

4. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by the thermal energy source (2) which has at least one combustion chamber (7) in which a combustion process is carried out or can be carried out to generate thermal energy.

5. Arrangement (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that the thermal energy source (2) is a solid fuel-operated stove, in particular a wood or pellet stove.

6. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the actuating device (6) comprises a detection means (8), wherein the detection means (8) is configured to a - a physical and / or chemical quantity of a heat generation process of the thermal energy source (2) and / or - to acquire detection information describing a physical and / or chemical quantity of the heat transfer device (1), wherein the detection information is used or can be used as a control variable of the control device (6).

7. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the actuating device (6) has an actuating means (9) comprising a fluid chamber (14) filled with a fluid and / or an expansion body, wherein, depending on a thermally induced change in volume of the fluid and / or the expansion body, a relative movement (5) of thermal energy source (2) and heat transfer device (1) can be carried out by means of the actuating device (6).

8. Arrangement (100) according to claim 7, characterized in that the actuating means (9) comprises a piston-cylinder unit, wherein, depending on a change in the volume of the fluid, the piston-cylinder unit (10) is moved apart and / or into each other.

9. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the heat transfer device (1) has a receiving chamber (11) for receiving a, in particular liquid, transfer medium (12) and a heat exchanger (13) which is at least partially contacted by the, in particular liquid, transfer medium (12) for transferring thermal energy - between the, in particular liquid, transmission medium (12) and a temperature control circuit (3) and / or - between the transmission medium (12), which is in particular liquid, and the power generating device (39).

10. Arrangement (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that the actuating device (6) comprises an actuating means (9) which has a fluid chamber (14) filled with a fluid, wherein a section of the actuating means (9) having at least the fluid chamber (14) is arranged at least partially, preferably predominantly, particularly preferably completely, in the transmission medium, in particular liquid, and / or - is fluidly connected to a section that receives the transmission medium.

11. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by a detection device (15) which is configured, - a physical and / or chemical quantity of the thermal energy source (2) and / or - a physical and / or chemical quantity of the heat transfer device (1) and / or - a position state of the actuator (6) and / or - to acquire information describing the relative position and / or orientation of the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2), whereby, depending on the acquisition information, a warning information signal and / or a control signal can be generated or is generated.

12. Arrangement (100) at least according to claim 1 and 11, characterized by a pump (16) conveying the temperature control medium in the temperature control circuit (3) and / or an additional temperature control device (17), wherein the pump (16) and / or the additional temperature control device (17) can be controlled and / or regulated by means of the control signal.

13. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the heat transfer device (1) is arranged or designed above the thermal energy source (2), in particular the heat transfer device (1) is suspended above the thermal energy source (2) by means of the support device (4).

14. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the heat transfer device (1) - laterally to or laterally adjacent to a thermal energy source (2) and / or - is arranged or formed laterally to or laterally on an exhaust pipe of a thermal energy source (2) designed as a combustion chamber.

15. Arrangement (100) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the thermal energy source (2) is mounted in a fixed position relative to an environment and the heat transfer device (1) is mounted movably relative to the energy source (2).

16. Heat transfer device (1) for transferring thermal energy from an energy source (2) to a temperature control medium of a temperature control circuit (3) for an arrangement (100) according to at least claim 1.

17. Heat transfer system comprising a - a temperature control circuit comprising a temperature control medium (3), - a thermal energy source (2), - a heat transfer device (1) by means of which thermal energy can be absorbed at least temporarily from the thermal energy source (2) to the heat transfer device (1) and thermal energy can be transferred at least temporarily from the heat transfer device (1) to the temperature control medium of the temperature control circuit (3), - a support device (4) which movably supports the heat transfer device (1) and / or the thermal energy source (2) so that a relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2) is possible, - an actuating device (6) which, depending on an actuating variable, performs or initiates the relative movement (5) between the heat transfer device (1) and the energy source (2).

18. Method for temperature control of at least one room, wherein an arrangement (100) according to one of claims 1 to 15 is used.

19. Method according to claim 18, characterized in that a relative movement (5) is carried out between the heat transfer device (1) and the energy source (2) depending on a control variable.

20. Method according to claim 19, characterized in that the relative movement (5) comprises a change in distance between the heat transfer device (1) and the thermal energy source (2), wherein the change in distance leads to a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy between the thermal energy source (2) and the heat transfer device (1), in particular the change in distance influences a change in the transfer properties of thermal energy from the thermal energy source (2) to the heat transfer device (1).

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