Guide to Electric Power Generation, Second Edition
2nd Edition
Published on 11. September 2002
Book
Hardback
244 pages
978-0-8247-0927-3 (ISBN)
Description
Details the full spectrum of the equipment and processes used in the production of electricity, from the basics of energy conversion, to prime movers, generators, and boilers. The Second Edition expands coverage of the gasification of coal, gas turbines, and the effective use of generation in place of efficiency measures.
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Edition
2nd New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Liburn
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
New edition
Weight
590 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8247-0927-3 (9780824709273)
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Content
Introduction. Planning and Development of Electric Power Stations. Electric Power Generation. Fuel Handling. Boilers. Prime Movers. Generators. Operation and Maintenance. Environment and Conservation. Index.
This fully illustrated reference provides detailed coverage of the full spectrum of equipment and processes used in the production of electricity, from the basics of energy conversion, to prime movers, generators, and boilers. The second edition expands coverage of gasification of coal, gas turbines and effective use of generation in place of efficiency measures. Readers will find information on the characteristics of fuels and proper methods for handling them and their residues. It also extensively covers internal combustion engines, steam turbines, and reciprocating steam engines. Feedwater treatment, ash removal reliability, operation, and maintenance considerations are all examined in detail.
This fully illustrated reference provides detailed coverage of the full spectrum of equipment and processes used in the production of electricity, from the basics of energy conversion, to prime movers, generators, and boilers. The second edition expands coverage of gasification of coal, gas turbines and effective use of generation in place of efficiency measures. Readers will find information on the characteristics of fuels and proper methods for handling them and their residues. It also extensively covers internal combustion engines, steam turbines, and reciprocating steam engines. Feedwater treatment, ash removal reliability, operation, and maintenance considerations are all examined in detail.