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ASME Turbo Expo 2006: Power for Land, Sea, and Air

May 8–11, 2006

Barcelona, Spain

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ISBN:

0-7918-4239-8

In This Volume

Cycle Innovations (47)
Electric Power (12)
Industrial and Cogeneration (35)
Manufacturing Materials and Metallurgy (17)

Volume 4: Cycle Innovations; Electric Power; Industrial and Cogeneration; Manufacturing Materials and Metallurgy

Cycle Innovations

Design Concept for Large Output Graz Cycle Gas Turbines

H. Jericha, W. Sanz, E. Go¨ttlich

GT 2006; 1-14doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90032

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Topics: Cycles , Design , Gas turbines , Carbon dioxide , Combustion , Condensation , Separation (Technology) , Oxygen , Climate , Closed-cycle gas turbines

The Application of µ-Fan Instead of the Ejector in Tubular SOFC Module

Jaroslaw Milewski, Andrzej Miller, Ewa Mozer

GT 2006; 15-21doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90141

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Topics: Ejectors , Solid oxide fuel cells , Anodes , Compressors , Fuels , Stress

Dynamic Modeling of a Nuclear Gas Turbine Plant: Application to Surge Prediction

Nicolas Tauveron, Francis Leboeuf, Pascal Ferrand

GT 2006; 23-32doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90142

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Topics: Dynamic modeling , Gas turbines , Surges , Heat , Modeling , Safety , Accidents , Brayton cycle , Circuits , Closed-cycle gas turbines

An Integrated Gasification Zero Emission Plant Using Oxygen Produced in a Mixed Conducting Membrane Reactor

Erik G. Lindfeldt, Mats O. Westermark

GT 2006; 33-40doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90183

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Topics: Emissions , Fuel gasification , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Membranes , Oxygen

Integration of Air Separation Unit With H₂ Separation Membrane Reactor in Coal-Based Power Plant

A. D. Rao, D. Francuz, A. Verma, G. S. Samuelsen

GT 2006; 41-52doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90191

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Topics: Coal power , Membranes , Separation (Technology) , Pressure , Carbon capture and storage , Coal , Carbon , Carbon dioxide , Compression , Cooling

Cycle Optimization and Combustion Analysis in a Low-NOx Micro-Gas Turbine

Maria Cristina Cameretti, Fabrizio Reale, Raffaele Tuccillo

GT 2006; 53-64doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90240

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Topics: Combustion , Cycles , Nitrogen oxides , Optimization , Turbines , Carbon , Computational fluid dynamics , Flue gases , Oxygen , Power stations

Turbine Off-Line Water Wash Optimization Approach for Power Generation

Ahmed A. Basendwah, P. Pilidis, Y. G. Li

GT 2006; 65-76doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90244

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Topics: Energy generation , Gas turbines , Optimization , Turbines , Water

Three Reactors Chemical Looping Combustion for High Efficiency Electricity Generation With CO₂ Capture From Natural Gas

Giovanni Lozza, Paolo Chiesa, Matteo Romano, Paolo Savoldelli

GT 2006; 77-87doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90345

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Topics: Carbon capture and storage , Combined cycles , Combustion , Electric power generation , Natural gas

Technical Economic Evaluation of a System for Electricity Production With CO₂ Capture Using a Membrane Reformer With Permeate Side Combustion

G. Manzolini, J. W. Dijkstra, E. Macchi, D. Jansen

GT 2006; 89-99doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90353

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Topics: Carbon capture and storage , Combustion , Economic analysis , Hydrogen , Membranes

The Distinction Between the Cheng and STIG Cycles

Dah Yu Cheng

GT 2006; 101-116doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90382

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Topics: Cycles , Steam , Stress , Heat recovery steam generators , Gas turbines , Pressure , Exhaust systems , Feedback , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature

A Dynamic Bulk SOFC Model Used in a Hybrid Turbine Controls Test Facility

Eric A. Liese, Randall S. Gemmen, Thomas P. Smith, Comas L. Haynes

GT 2006; 117-126doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90383

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Topics: Solid oxide fuel cells , Test facilities , Turbines , Fuel cells , Control equipment , Dynamic models , Fuels , Gas turbines , Pressure , Valves

Calculations of Cooled Turbine Efficiency

J. H. Horlock, Leonardo Torbidoni

GT 2006; 127-132doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90424

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Topics: Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Coolants , Pressure , Rotors , Film cooling , Gas flow , Industrial gases , Stators

Management Strategies for a Compressed Air Energy Storage Plant

Gianmario L. Arnulfi, Martino Marini

GT 2006; 133-142doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90437

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Topics: Compressed air , Energy storage , Storage , Brayton cycle , Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , Profitability , Reservoirs , Supply and demand

Enhanced Gas Turbine Performance Simulation Using CFD Modules in a 2D Representation of the Low-Pressure System for a High Bypass Turbofan

Friederike C. Mund, Georgios Doulgeris, Pericles Pilidis

GT 2006; 143-152doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90440

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Gas turbines , Pressure , Simulation , Turbofans , Design , Ducts , Geometry , Nozzles , Radial flow

Experimental Validation of an Unsteady Ejector Model for Hybrid Systems

Mario L. Ferrari, Matteo Pascenti, Aristide F. Massardo

GT 2006; 153-159doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90447

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Topics: Ejectors , Transients (Dynamics) , Impulse (Physics) , Steady state , Circuits , Computational fluid dynamics , Control systems , Design , Fuels , Pipes

Systems-Level Performance Estimation of a Pulse Detonation Based Hybrid Engine

Jeffrey Goldmeer, Venkat Tangirala, Anthony Dean

GT 2006; 161-171doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90486

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Topics: Explosions , Hybrid engines , Pressure , Combustion chambers , Cycles , Engineering simulation , Engines , Simulation , Temperature , Brayton cycle

Thermoeconomic Analysis of Hybrid SOFC Fuel Cell Systems With Decarbonization of Natural Gas

A. Franzoni, L. Magistri, A. Traverso, A. F. Massardo

GT 2006; 173-181doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90562

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Topics: Fuel cells , Natural gas , Solid oxide fuel cells , Thermoeconomics , Separation (Technology) , Carbon dioxide , Syngas , Combined cycles , Power stations , Cycles

Development of Elemental Technologies for Advanced Humid Air Turbine System

Hidetoshi Kuroki, Takanori Shibata, Tomomi Koganezawa, Nobuaki Kizuka, Shigeo Hatamiya, Shinya Marushima

GT 2006; 183-189doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90639

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Topics: Turbines , Gas turbines , Combustion chambers , Compressors , Cooling , Emissions , Nitrogen oxides , Pressure , Thermal efficiency , Compression

Development of a Pressurized MCFC/MGT Hybrid System

Osamu Azegami, Michihiko Hamai, Kazuhiko Itou, Shinichiro Higuchi

GT 2006; 191-197doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90643

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Topics: Molten carbonate fuel cells , Fuels , High temperature , Biogas , Combustion chambers , Emissions , Exhaust systems , Fuel gasification , Gas turbines , Generators

MCFC-GT Hybrid System Aiming at 70% Thermal Efficiency

Eiichi Koda, Toru Takahashi

GT 2006; 199-206doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90644

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Topics: Gas turbines , Molten carbonate fuel cells , Thermal efficiency

Comparative Analysis of Hydrogen Combustion Power Plants Integrated With Coal Gasification and CO₂ Removal

Michele Vascellari, Daniele Cocco, Giorgio Cau

GT 2006; 207-217doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90653

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Coal , Combustion , Fuel gasification , Hydrogen , Power stations , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Carbon capture and storage , Cycles , Economic analysis

Advanced Gas Turbine and High Performance Gas-Steam Combined Cycle Plant With Blade Cooling Air Controlling

Tadashi Tsuji

GT 2006; 219-227doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90657

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Topics: Blades , Combined cycle power stations , Combined cycles , Cooling , Gas turbines , Steam

Conceptual Analysis of Air Supply Systems For In-Flight PEM-FC

Lukas P. Barchewitz, Joerg R. Seume

GT 2006; 229-238doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90688

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Topics: Flight , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Turbines , Compressors , Fuel cells , Pressure , Combustion chambers , Membranes , Temperature , Turbomachinery

Experimental Study of Air-Assist Atomizers for Fogging Systems

Y. Levy, V. Sherbaum, V. Ovcharenko, S. P. Levitsky, M. P. Levitsky

GT 2006; 239-246doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90706

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Topics: Design , Drops , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , High pressure (Physics) , Optimization , Pressure , Pressure drop , Sprays , Temperature

Fuel Cell/Gas Turbine Hybrid System Control for Daily Load Profile and Ambient Condition Variation

Rory A. Roberts, Jack Brouwer, G. Scott Samuelsen

GT 2006; 247-255doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90741

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Topics: Fuel cells , Gas turbines , Stress

Comparative Performance Analysis of Internal and External Reforming of Methanol in SOFC-MGT Hybrid Power Plants

Daniele Cocco, Vittorio Tola

GT 2006; 257-266doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90762

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Topics: Fuel cells , Hybrid power systems , Methanol , Solid oxide fuel cells

Military Engine Response to Compressor Inlet Stratified Pressure Distortion by an Integrated CFD Analysis

Leonardo Melloni, Petros Kotsiopoulos, Anthony Jackson, Vassilios Pachidis, Pericles Pilidis

GT 2006; 267-278doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90805

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Topics: Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Engines , Military systems , Pressure

Prediction of Engine Performance Under Compressor Inlet Flow Distortion Using Streamline Curvature

Vassilios Pachidis, Pericles Pilidis, Ioannis Templalexis, Theodosios Alexander, Petros Kotsiopoulos

GT 2006; 279-295doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90806

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Topics: Compressors , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , Simulation

Quasi-Three-Dimensional Compressor Performance Simulation Using Streamline Curvature and Multi-Parallel Compressor Theory

Ioannis Templalexis, Pericles Pilidis, Vassilios Pachidis, Petros Kotsiopoulos

GT 2006; 297-309doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90812

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Topics: Compressors , Modeling , Simulation , Vortices

Operational Performance Analysis of an Externally Fired Gas Turbine

Ulf Schirmeister, Stephan Staudacher

GT 2006; 311-318doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90830

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Topics: Gas turbines , Simulation , Aircraft propulsion , Biomass , Design , Emergencies , Energy generation , Fluctuations (Physics) , Heat , Life cycle costing

Energy Analysis of Part Flow and Full Flow Humid Air Turbine Cycle (HAT)

Vahid Noei Aghaei, Bahador Bakhtiari, Hiwa Khaledi, Mohammad Bagher Ghofrani

GT 2006; 319-327doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90832

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Topics: Cycles , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Pressure , Compressors , Temperature , Combined cycles , Cooling , Emissions , Energy generation

A Solar Gas Turbine Cycle With Super-Critical Carbon Dioxide as a Working Fluid

Motoaki Utamura, Yutaka Tamaura

GT 2006; 329-335doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90864

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Cycles , Fluids , Gas turbines , Solar energy

Performance Optimization of Advanced H2/Air Cycle Power Plants Based on Natural Gas Partial Oxidation

Marco Gambini, Michela Vellini

GT 2006; 337-347doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90871

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Topics: Cycles , Natural gas , Optimization , Oxidation , Power stations , Hydrogen , Heat , Combined cycles , Cooling , Economics

The Potential of Recuperated Semiclosed CO2 Cycles

Yngvil O. Enge, Manfred Wirsum, Hans E. Wettstein

GT 2006; 349-355doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90888

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Cycles , High pressure (Physics) , Optimization , Pressure , Steam , Temperature , Turbines , Combustion gases , Exhaust systems

Thermoeconomic Analysis of a Small-Size Biomass Gasification Plant for Combined Heat and Distributed Power Generation

Matteo Porta, Alberto Traverso, Luca Marigo

GT 2006; 357-365doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90918

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Topics: Biomass , Distributed power generation , Fuel gasification , Heat , Thermoeconomics , Sustainability , Central heating , Cycles , Design , Heating

Impact of Impurities in CO₂-Fluids on CO₂ Transport Process

H. Li, J. Yan

GT 2006; 367-375doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90954

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Fluids , Transport processes , Transportation systems

Components Map Generation of Gas Turbine Engine Using Genetic Algorithms and Engine Performance Deck Data

Changduk Kong, Jayoung Ki, Changho Lee

GT 2006; 377-383doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90975

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Topics: Engines , Gas turbines , Genetic algorithms , Design , Unmanned aerial vehicles , Aerospace industry , Performance characterization , Rotors , Steady state , Turbochargers

Experimental and Theoretical Studies on Air Humidification by a Water Spray for Humid Air Turbine Cycle

Zhen Xu, Yunhan Xiao, Yue Wang

GT 2006; 385-393doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91045

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Topics: Cycles , Sprays , Turbines , Water , Drops , Heat , Pressure , Mass transfer , Compressed air , Diffusers

Off-Design Analysis of the Semi Closed Gas Turbine Cycle (SCGT) With Low CO₂ Emissions

Daniele Fiaschi, Federico Scatragli

GT 2006; 395-403doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91056

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Cycles , Design , Emissions , Gas turbines , Compressors , Underground injection , Temperature , Combined cycles , Compression

Investigation of Gas Turbine Parameters on Repowering of Existing Steam Power Plants as Fully Fired Combined Cycle

K. Sarabchi, V. Nayyeri

GT 2006; 405-411doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91072

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Topics: Combined cycles , Gas turbines , Thermal power stations , Power stations , Boilers , Energy generation , Life extension , Steam , Steam turbines

System Study on Partial Gasification Combined Cycle With CO₂ Recovery

Yujie Xu, Hongguang Jin, Rumou Lin, Wei Han

GT 2006; 413-422doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91105

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Combined cycles , Fuel gasification , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Thermal efficiency , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Coal , Gas turbines , Boilers , Brayton cycle

Improved Performance and Reduced Emission From Coal and Gas Fuelled GT-SOFC and GT-MCFC Plants: Some Studies

S. Ghosh, S. De, S. Saha

GT 2006; 423-431doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91162

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Topics: Coal , Emissions , Molten carbonate fuel cells , Solid oxide fuel cells , Carbon dioxide , Fuels , Heat , Combined heat and power , Natural gas , Cogeneration plants

Response Time Optimisation of the Rankine Compression Gas Turbine (RCG)

H. Ouwerkerk, H. C. de Lange

GT 2006; 433-440doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91190

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Topics: Compression , Gas turbines , Optimization , Stress , Control equipment , Cycles , Mechanical drives , Propulsion , Ships , Turbines

Efficiency Entitlement for Bottoming Cycles

Douglas C. Hofer, S. Can Gulen

GT 2006; 441-448doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91213

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Topics: Cycles , Combined cycles , Gas turbines , Heat , Steam , Exhaust systems , Pressure , Combined cycle power stations , Exergy , Fluids

Examination of Ambient Pressure Effects on Hybrid Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Turbine System Operation Using Hardware Simulation

David Tucker, Larry Lawson, John VanOsdol, Jordan Kislear, Ayodeji Akinbobuyi

GT 2006; 449-457doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91291

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Topics: Hardware , Pressure , Simulation , Solid oxide fuel cells , Turbines , Compressors , Fuel cells , Temperature , Compression , Computer simulation

Design and Off-Design Characteristics of the Alternative Recuperated Gas Turbine Cycle With Divided Turbine Expansion

Sung Hoon Hwang, Soo Hyung Yoon, Tong Seop Kim

GT 2006; 459-468doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91311

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Topics: Cycles , Design , Gas turbines , Turbines , Pressure , Stress , Compressors , Design engineering , Fuels , Thermal efficiency

Demonstration of a Hybrid Power and Refrigeration Ammonia-Water Cycle

Keisuke Takeshita, Yoshiharu Amano, Takumi Hashizume

GT 2006; 469-474doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91319

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Topics: Cycles , Hybrid power systems , Refrigeration , Water , Heat , Absorption , Turbines , Steam , Fluids , Refrigeration cycles

Electric Power

Comparative Investigation of Advanced Combined Cycles

Hiwa Khaledi, Kazem Sarabchi

GT 2006; 475-485doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90011

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Topics: Combined cycles , Cycles , Cooling , Blades , Exhaust systems , Gas turbines , Heat recovery steam generators , Temperature , Coolants , Energy generation

MS7001EA Gas Turbine Stage 3 Up-Rate: Design and Field Validation

Philip L. Andrew, Poorna Krishnakumar, Bruce L. Smith, Daniel D. Snook, Thomas P. Schmitt

GT 2006; 487-494doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90188

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Topics: Design , Gas turbines , Turbines , Energy generation , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Nozzles , Aerodynamics , Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics

The Influence of Atmospheric Conditions on the Performance of Combined Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plants

Manuel Valde´s, Antonio Rovira, Jose´ A. Ferna´ndez

GT 2006; 495-499doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90204

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Topics: Combined cycle gas turbines , Heat recovery steam generators , Power stations

Parts Life Management: Essential for Minimizing Life Cycle Costs

Salvatore A. DellaVilla, Robert F. Steele, Jr.

GT 2006; 501-505doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90219

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Topics: Life cycle costing

Gas Turbine Inlet Fogging System Tuning: Operator Point of View

Y. Hain, V. Litinetski

GT 2006; 507-517doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90297

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Topics: Gas turbines

Savings Achieved From Installation of an On-Line Performance Monitoring System at the Naco Nogales Combined Cycle Plant

Fernando Ramos Fernandez De Bobadilla, Joe Nasal, Sid Sutherland, Greg Noe

GT 2006; 519-525doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90485

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Topics: Combined cycle power stations , Monitoring systems , Computer software , Optimization , Combustion , Cycles , Equipment performance , Heat recovery steam generators , Instrumentation , Mentoring

Heavy Duty Gas Turbine Simulation: Global Performances Estimation and Secondary Air System Modifications

Carlo Carcasci, Bruno Facchini, Stefano Gori, Luca Bozzi, Stefano Traverso

GT 2006; 527-536doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90905

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Topics: Gas turbines , Simulation , Design , Stress , Cycles , Cooling , Cooling systems , Flow (Dynamics) , Reliability

Comparative Evaluation of Advanced Gas Turbine Cycles With Modified Blade Cooling Models

Arian Tabari, Hiwa Khaledi, Ali Hajilouy Benisi

GT 2006; 537-546doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90932

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Topics: Blades , Cooling , Cycles , Gas turbines , Turbines , Coolants , Temperature , Energy efficiency , Enthalpy , Flow (Dynamics)

Syngas Capable Combustion Systems Development for Advanced Gas Turbines

Satish Gadde, Jianfan Wu, Anil Gulati, Gerry McQuiggan, Berthold Koestlin, Bernd Prade

GT 2006; 547-554doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90970

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Topics: Combustion systems , Gas turbines , Syngas , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Coal , Emissions , Engines , Fuels , Air pollution control , Carbon dioxide

Connection of Thermal and Emissions- Performance of GT-Plants

Axel W. von Rappard, Helmer Andersen

GT 2006; 555-564doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91069

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Topics: Emissions , Exhaust systems , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Testing performance , Engineers , Flow measurement , Fuels , Gas flow , Gas turbines

A Theoretical Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Model for System Controls and Stability Design

George Kopasakis, Thomas Brinson, Sydni Credle, Ming Xu

GT 2006; 565-575doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91247

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Topics: Design , Solid oxide fuel cells , Stability , Fuel cells , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Aircraft , Microturbines , Aviation , Charge transfer , Cycles

Global Energy Market: Past, Present and Future

R. K. Bhargava

GT 2006; 577-588doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91322

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Topics: Coal , Combined cycles , Electric power generation , Emissions , Energy generation , Energy resources , Fossil fuels , Fuel gasification , Fuels , Industrial gases

Industrial and Cogeneration

Performance Analysis of APT (Atmospheric Pressure Turbine): Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell Hybrid System

Y. Tsujikawa, K. Kaneko, T. Yamauchi, S. Katsura

GT 2006; 589-595doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90091

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Topics: Atmospheric pressure , Molten carbonate fuel cells , Turbines , Fuel cells , Machinery , Turbochargers , Brayton cycle , Compressors , Cooling , Cycles

Taurus™ 65 Gas Turbine Product

David Teraji

GT 2006; 597-601doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90099

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Topics: Gas turbines , Design , Combined heat and power , Compressors , Emissions , Maintenance , Solar energy , Combustion systems , Cooling , Durability

Assessment of the Robustness of Gas Turbine Diagnostics Tools Based on Neural Networks

R. Bettocchi, M. Pinelli, P. R. Spina, M. Venturini, G. A. Zanetta

GT 2006; 603-613doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90118

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Gas turbines , Robustness , Errors , Artificial intelligence , Cycles , Interpolation , Stress , Testing

Static and Dynamic Neural Networks for Simulation and Optimization of Cogeneration Systems

Roozbeh Zomorodian, Hiwa Khaledi, Mohammad Bagher Ghofrani

GT 2006; 615-623doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90236

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Cogeneration systems , Optimization , Simulation , Feedforward control , Modeling , Pinch effect , Steady state , Temperature , Turbomachinery

Thermodynamic Optimization of a Combined Cycle Cogeneration Plant With Backpressure Steam Turbine

K. Sarabchi, R. Akbarpour

GT 2006; 625-632doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90243

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Topics: Cogeneration plants , Combined cycles , Optimization , Steam turbines , Cycles , Gas turbines , Cogeneration systems , Combined heat and power , Errors , Heat

Implementation and Operation of a CCGT Power Plant for a Chemical Plant: How to Cover Special Steam Conditions

Gabor Bercsi, Zsolt Czibere, Viktor Varga

GT 2006; 633-639doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90334

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Topics: Power stations , Steam , Boilers , Electric power generation , Heat , Chemical industry , Combined heat and power , Construction , Decision making , Design

Development and Validation of a Computational Code for Wet Compression Simulation of Gas Turbines

M. Bagnoli, M. Bianchi, F. Melino, P. R. Spina

GT 2006; 641-649doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90342

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Topics: Compression , Gas turbines , Simulation , Computer software , High pressure (Physics) , Process simulation , Two-phase flow

Application of a Computational Code to Simulate Interstage Injection Effects on GE Frame 7EA Gas Turbine

M. Bagnoli, M. Bianchi, F. Melino, A. Peretto, P. R. Spina, S. Ingistov, R. K. Bhargava

GT 2006; 651-661doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90343

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Topics: Gas turbines , Compressors , Underground injection , Compression , Drops , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Evaporation , FORTRAN , Modeling , Robustness

Continuing Improvements of 20MW-Class GT Kawasaki L20A

Ryozo Tanaka, Takao Sugimoto, Masanori Ryu, Masayoshi Kinugawa, Koichiro Tsuji

GT 2006; 663-668doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90394

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Topics: Air flow , Blades , Cavities , Cogeneration plants , Cooling , Crystals , Durability , Emissions , Gas turbines , Metals

Fog and Overspray Cooling for Gas Turbine Systems With Low Calorific Value Fuels

Jobaidur Rahman Khan, Ting Wang

GT 2006; 669-682doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90396

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Topics: Cooling , Fuels , Gas turbines , Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Heating , Temperature , Thermal efficiency , Turbines , Water

Water Injection Effects on Compressor Stage Operation

I. Roumeliotis, K. Mathioudakis

GT 2006; 683-691doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90427

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Underground injection

An Assessment of High-Fogging Potential for Enhanced Compressor Performance

Kyoung Hoon Kim, Horacio Perez-Blanco

GT 2006; 693-701doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90482

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Drops , Evaporation , Gas turbines , Underground injection

Parametric Study of the Combined Fuel Cell-Gas Turbine Power Plant

F. S. Bhinder, Munzer S. Y. Ebaid, Moh’d Yazid F. Mustafa, Raj K. Calay, Mohammed H. Kailani

GT 2006; 703-711doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90607

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Topics: Energy conservation , Fuel cells , Fuels , Power stations , Turbines

Performance Evaluation of Gas Turbine Cogeneration Plants Using a Design Optimization Tool: OPS-Design

Ryohei Yokoyama, Koichi Ito

GT 2006; 713-722doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90611

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Topics: Cogeneration plants , Design , Gas turbines , Optimization , Performance evaluation

How to Change Over Heat Recovery Steam Generators After Gas Turbine Trip

Gottfried Brandstetter, Wolfgang Oberleitner, Michael Pichler

GT 2006; 723-730doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90648

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Topics: Gas turbines , Heat recovery steam generators , Firing , Boilers , Exhaust systems , Oxygen , Steam , Waste heat , Damage , Dampers

Flow Reversal in a Horizontal Type Natural Circulation Heat Recovery Steam Generator

Heimo Walter, Wladimir Linzer

GT 2006; 731-739doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90689

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Topics: Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat recovery steam generators , Stability

An Investigation of the Use of Wet Compression in Industrial Centrifugal Compressors

Ahmed Abdelwahab

GT 2006; 741-750doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90695

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Computation , Drops , Energy consumption , Evaporation , Numerical analysis , Pressure , Underground injection

Axial Compressor Overhaul: Part II — GE, Frame 7, Model EA

Steve Ingistov

GT 2006; 751-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90698

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Topics: Compressors , Blades , Reliability , Rotors , Wheels

Thermal Modeling of HRSG Transient Behavior in Combined Cycle Power Plants

Sepehr Sanaye, Moein Rezazadeh, Jalaleddin Oladi, Gholam Hossein Sadeghpoor, Farid Bashiri, Jamshid Sahebi

GT 2006; 759-768doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90718

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Topics: Combined cycle power stations , Heat recovery steam generators , Modeling , Transients (Dynamics)

Effects of Inlet Fogging and Wet Compression on Gas Turbine Performance

Sepehr Sanaye, Hossein Rezazadeh, Mehrdad Aghazeynali, Mehrdad Samadi, Daryoush Mehranian, Mohammad Kazem Ahangaran

GT 2006; 769-776doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90719

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Topics: Compression , Gas turbines

Thermal and Economic Analysis of Besat Steam Power Plant Repowering

Sepehr Sanaye, Younes Hamzeie, Mohammad Reza Malekian, Mohammad Reza Sohrabi

GT 2006; 777-783doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90720

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Topics: Economic analysis , Thermal power stations , Wind

Thermal and Economic Analysis of Gas Turbine Steam Injection Plant

Sepehr Sanaye, Vahid Mahdikhani, Ziaeddin Khajeh Karimeddini, Gholamreza Sadri

GT 2006; 785-790doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90721

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Topics: Economic analysis , Gas turbines , Heat recovery steam generators , Steam

Number and Nominal Power of Prime Movers in Combined Heat and Power Systems

Sepehr Sanaye, Mehdi Aghaee Meibodi, Shahabeddin Shokrollahi, Habibollah Fouladi

GT 2006; 791-800doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90724

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Topics: Cogeneration systems , Combined heat and power , Heating , Stress , Engines , Exhaust systems , Design , Diesel engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Fuels

Important Parameters and Performance Testing of Evaporative Inlet Air Cooling System for Gas Turbines: A User’s Experience

Hemant Gajjar

GT 2006; 801-805doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90744

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Topics: Cooling systems , Gas turbines , Testing performance , Cooling , Evaporative cooling , Testing , Evaporation

Implementation of a System for the Analysis and Evaluation of Advantages of Distributed Generation

Stefania Proietti, Livia Arcioni, Umberto Desideri

GT 2006; 807-815doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90765

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Topics: Distributed power generation , Computer software , Databases , Combined heat and power , Instrumentation , Carbon dioxide , Cogeneration plants , Cogeneration systems , Design , Electric power generation

An Overview of Turbine and Combustor Development for Coal-Based Oxy-Syngas Systems

Keith Pronske, Larry Trowsdale, Scott Macadam, Fermin Viteri, Frank Bevc, Dennis Horazak

GT 2006; 817-828doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90816

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Topics: Coal , Combustion chambers , Syngas , Turbines , Emissions , Design , Oxygen , Energy generation , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Steam

Construction and Performance Evaluation of Prototype Atmospheric Pressure Turbine (APT)

K. Inoue, E. Harada, J. Kitajima, K. Tanaka

GT 2006; 829-836doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90938

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Topics: Atmospheric pressure , Construction , Engineering prototypes , Performance evaluation , Turbines , Distributed power generation , Gas turbines , High temperature , Molten carbonate fuel cells , Simulation results

A New Approach to Optimization of Cogeneration Systems Using Genetic Algorithm

Roozbeh Zomorodian, Hiwa Khaledi, Mohammad Bagher Ghofrani

GT 2006; 837-845doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90952

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Topics: Cogeneration systems , Genetic algorithms , Optimization , Thermoeconomics , Gas turbines , Blades , Combined heat and power , Cooling , Temperature , Compressors

Application of Inlet Fogging for Power Augmentation of Mechanical Drive Turbines in the Oil and Gas Sector

Abdalla M. Al-Amiri, Montaser M. Zamzam, Mustapha A. Chaker, Cyrus B. Meher-Homji

GT 2006; 847-855doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91054

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Topics: Mechanical drives , Turbines , Gas turbines , Temperature , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Climate , Compressors , Density , Design

Numerical Simulation of Aerodynamic Performances of Wet Compression Compressor Cascade

Qun Zheng, Yan Shao, Yinyong Zhang

GT 2006; 857-865doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91125

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Topics: Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Compression , Compressors , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Computational fluid dynamics , Water , Aerodynamic flow , Computer software , Drops

The Optimum Parameters of a HTGR Helium Turbine Cycle and Numerical Analyses of Helium Turbine Cascades

Jiahui Zhou, Qun Zheng, Yijin Li

GT 2006; 867-876doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91126

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Topics: Cycles , Helium , Numerical analysis , Turbines , Very high temperature reactors , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Fluids , Gas turbines , Nuclear power stations

Multi-Objective Optimization and Performance Analysis of BCHP Systems Using Genetic Algorithms

Jintao Huang, Chen Yue, Zhenping Feng

GT 2006; 877-884doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91143

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Topics: Genetic algorithms , Pareto optimization , Cooling , Exergy , Stress , Design , Emissions , Heating , Optimization , Thermal energy

Support for Operation Strategy in CHP Plants With Gas Turbines

Gerard Kosman, Tadeusz Chmielniak, Wojciech Kosman

GT 2006; 885-892doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91153

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Topics: Cogeneration plants , Gas turbines , Maintenance , Wear , Machinery , Reliability , Turbine components

On the Importance of Adaptive Control in Extraction/Condensing Turbines

Piotr Lampart, Romuald Puzyrewski

GT 2006; 893-901doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91160

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Topics: Adaptive control , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Blades , Computation , Computers , Geometry , Nozzles , Pressure , Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes equations

Performance and Numerical Flow Investigations of an Industrial Gas Turbine Intake System Under Different Operating Conditions

Friederike C. Mund, Pericles Pilidis

GT 2006; 903-912doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91215

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , Industrial gases , Turbines , Engines , Compressors , Design , Pressure

Manufacturing Materials and Metallurgy

Metal Temperature Map Determination of a Serviced Gas Turbine Bucket and Comparison With FEM Temperature Distribution

Francesco Mastromatteo, Fabrizio Mammoliti, Massimo Giannozzi, Marco Romanelli, Daniele Ficorilli

GT 2006; 913-918doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90136

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Topics: Finite element methods , Gas turbines , Metals , Temperature , Temperature distribution , High temperature , Nickel , Aeronautics , Airfoils , Alloys

The Coarsening Kinetic of γ′ Particles in Single Crystal Superalloys During Aging at High Temperatures

Fabrizio Mammoliti, Francesco Mastromatteo, Massimo Giannozzi, Federico Iozzelli, Daniele Lucci

GT 2006; 919-924doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90137

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Topics: Crystals , High temperature , Particulate matter , Superalloys , Alloys , Creep , Nickel , Stress , Temperature , Corrosion

Characterization and Oxidation Damage Modelling of MCrAlY

Emanuele Pietrangeli, Filippo Cappuccini, Michelangelo Bellacci, Federico Iozzelli, Marco Romanelli

GT 2006; 925-930doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90138

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Topics: Damage , Modeling , Oxidation , Coatings , Coating processes , High temperature , Gas turbines , Alloys , Corrosion , Overlays (Materials engineering)

CMSX-486^® Single Crystal Alloy: Production Experience and Development of an Improved Version

Jacqueline B. Wahl, Ken Harris

GT 2006; 931-939doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90267

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Topics: Alloys , Crystals , Superalloys

Numerical Evaluation of Mode I Stress Intensity Factor as a Function of Material Orientation for BX-265 Foam Insulation Material

Erik Knudsen, Nagaraj K. Arakere

GT 2006; 941-948doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90376

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Topics: Insulation , Stress , NASA , Anisotropy , Fracture (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Failure , Foamed materials , Fracture mechanics , Fracture toughness

A Study of the Diffusion Brazing Process Applied to the Single Crystal Superalloy CMSX-4

A. Schnell, A. Stankowski, E. de Marcos

GT 2006; 949-961doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90492

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Topics: Brazing , Crystals , Diffusion (Physics) , Superalloys , Maintenance , Fracture (Materials) , Gas turbines , Alloys , Bonding , Brittleness

Damage and Degradation Assessment of Stage 1 Bucket Coatings in a 1,100° C-Class Gas Turbine

Yomei Yoshioka, Daizo Saito, Hiroaki Okamoto, Shoko Ito, Kazutoshi Ishibashi

GT 2006; 963-970doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90748

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Topics: Coatings , Damage , Gas turbines , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Temperature , Airfoils , Platinum , Diffusion coatings , Fracture (Materials)

Isothermal and Cyclic Oxidation Behavior of Turbine Blade Alloys

N. S. Cheruvu, K. T. Chiang

GT 2006; 971-978doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90756

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Topics: Alloys , Oxidation , Turbine blades , Temperature , Blades , Cycles , High temperature , Nickel , Weight (Mass) , X-ray analysis

Biaxial Thermo Mechanical Fatigue Life Propety of a Ni Base DS Super Alloy

Takashi Ogata, Masato Yamamoto

GT 2006; 979-984doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90758

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Topics: Alloys , Blades , Coating processes , Coatings , Fatigue , Fatigue life , Gas turbines , Thermomechanics

Improved High Cycle Fatigue Damage Tolerance of Turbine Engine Compressor Components by Low Plasticity Burnishing (LPB)

Paul S. Preve´y, N. Jayaraman, Ravi A. Ravindranath, Michael Shepard

GT 2006; 985-990doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90894

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Topics: Compressors , Damage , Gas turbines , High cycle fatigue , Plasticity , Military systems , Engines , Inspection , Quality control , Computer numerical control machine tools

Automated Laser Re-Opening of Film Cooling Holes

M. Hoebel, B. Fehrmann, K. Franitza, C. Kohles, P. Lang

GT 2006; 991-1000doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90896

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Topics: Film cooling , Lasers , Cooling , Gas turbines , Air flow , Coating processes , Coatings , Machining , Robotics , Ablation (Vaporization technology)

Laser Cladding of 17-4PH Stainless Knife Edges

Jonathan Cuddy, Kartik Shanker

GT 2006; 1001-1009doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90923

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Topics: Cladding systems (Building) , Lasers

Laser Cladding of Ti-6Al-4V Knife Edges

Kartik Shanker, Jonathan Cuddy, Roy Willerton

GT 2006; 1011-1016doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90930

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Topics: Cladding systems (Building) , Lasers , Wire

Novel Ceramic Abradable Coatings With Enhanced Performance

Dieter R. Sporer, Ulrike Taeck, Mitchell R. Dorfman, Andrew R. Nicoll, Massimo Giannozzi, Iacopo Giovannetti

GT 2006; 1017-1023doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-90993

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Topics: Ceramics , Clearances (Engineering) , Coatings , Erosion

Development of a Strain Tolerant Ceramic Coating for the Protection of Rotating Blade Tips

Adrian E. Weatherill

GT 2006; 1025-1030doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91101

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Topics: Ceramic coatings , Rotating blades , Coating processes , Coatings , Damage , Blades , Ceramics , Cutting , Engines , Metals

HAYNES® 282™ Alloy: A New Wrought Superalloy Designed for Improved Creep Strength and Fabricability

L. M. Pike

GT 2006; 1031-1039doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2006-91204

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Topics: Alloys , Creep , Superalloys , Thermal stability , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Gas turbines , High temperature , Mechanical properties , Oxidation