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Topics: Boilers , Coal , Combustion , Firing , Emissions , Nitrogen oxides , Coal power , Combustion systems , Computational fluid dynamics , Energy generation

Fouling of Heat Exchanger Tubes in Pulverized-Coal-Fired Combustion Chambers

Efim Korytni, Yuli Berman, Boris Davidson, Miron Perelman, Roman Saveliev, Ezra Bar-Ziv

POWER 2008; 37-40doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60044

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Topics: Coal , Combustion chambers , Heat exchangers , Boilers , Dynamic models , Fly ash , Furnaces , Heat , Heat transfer coefficients , Modeling

Experimental Investigation on the Characteristics of Co-Combustion of Rice Straw With Stone Coal

Xiaochong Pei, Donglin Chen, Li Wu

POWER 2008; 41-45doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60051

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Topics: Coal , Co-firing , Combustion

Measurement of Temperature Profile in Non-Premixed Turbulent Flame of Lean LPG/Air Mixture

Hayder Abed Dhahad

POWER 2008; 47-54doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60147

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Topics: Flames , Temperature measurement , Turbulence , Plates (structures) , Temperature , Temperature profiles , Thermocouples

Burning Unprepared “Run of Mine” Coal to Efficiently Fire a Stoker Boiler

George D. Dumbaugh

POWER 2008; 55-61doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60159

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Topics: Boilers , Coal , Combustion , Fire , Fireplaces , Heat , Sulfur

Combined Cycle Power Plants

Analysis of Cycling Impacts on Combined Cycle Heat Recovery Steam Generators and Evaluating Future Costs of Countermeasures to Reduce Impacts

Steven A. Lefton, Philip M. Besuner, G. Paul Grimsrud, Dwight D. Agan, Jeffrey L. Grover

POWER 2008; 63-74doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60026

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Topics: Combined cycles , Countermeasures , Heat recovery steam generators , Transients (Dynamics) , Combined cycle power stations , Cost benefit analysis , Damage , Fatigue life , Stress , Temperature

Start-Up and Shut-Down Simulation of a Thermal Barrier Coated Gas Turbine Bucket Using CFD Code

Alejandro Herna´ndez Rossette, Zdzislaw Mazur C., Rodolfo Mun˜oz, Eder Bautista

POWER 2008; 75-83doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60145

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Topics: Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Convection , Gas turbines , Heat conduction , Heat transfer , Simulation , Temperature , Thermal barrier coatings

Gas Turbine Efficiency (GTE) Benefits of GTE Water Wash Systems

Thomas Wagner, Robert J. Burke

POWER 2008; 85-90doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60168

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Topics: Gas turbines , Water , Compression , Turbines , Compressors , Energy generation , Air filters , Cycles , Fuels , Gaseous fuels

Emissions Technologies

Important Concepts of Wet-Limestone Flue Gas Desulfurization

Brad Buecker

POWER 2008; 91-98doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60064

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Topics: Flue gas desulfurization , Sprays , Air pollution control , Chemistry , Cutting , Design , Engineers , Grinding , Public utilities , Regulations

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Calculation Methodology in Thermal Power Plants: Case Study of Iran and Comparison With Canada

Farshid Zabihian, Alan S. Fung

POWER 2008; 99-104doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60071

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Topics: Emissions , Thermal power stations , Electric power generation , Carbon dioxide , Power stations , Climate change , Coal , Combined cycle power stations , Fuels , Gas turbines

Operations and Maintenance

A Study of Indian Power Plant MRO (Maintenance Repair Overhaul) Industry

Anil K. Ahuja, Sanjay Pande, Vivek Gangwar, Yogesh Sharma, Anubhav Dahiya

POWER 2008; 105-116doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60023

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Topics: Maintenance , Power stations , China , Climate , Databases , Developing nations , Energy efficiency , Linkages , Plant personnel , Public utilities

Supervision During Commissioning Procedure for Commercial Operation of 32 MW Turbogas Power Plants

Norberto Pe´rez Rodri´guez, Erik Rosado Tamariz, Rafael Garci´a Illescas

POWER 2008; 117-125doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60025

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Topics: Power stations

Evaluation of the Thermal Shock Induced to a Steam Header During Shutdown Conditions

Steven J. Bley, Jeffrey A. Karloff

POWER 2008; 127-135doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60027

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Topics: Steam , Thermal shock , Boilers , Risk , Water , Boiler tubes , Cooling , Crack propagation , Cracking (Materials) , Finite element analysis

Improving Boiler Reliability Through NDT

Shawn Gowatski

POWER 2008; 137-141doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60056

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Topics: Boilers , Reliability , Failure , Boiler tubes , Coal , Inspection , Maintenance , Water , Corrosion , Damage

The Case for Combining Pump Maintenance and Systematic Upgrading

Heinz P. Bloch, Robert Bluse, James Steiger

POWER 2008; 143-153doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60065

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Topics: Maintenance , Pumps , Machinery , Centrifugal pumps , Profitability

Eliminating Steam Blow Piping Overcleaning During Power Plant Startup

Julie M. Jarvis, Allen T. Vieiria, Paul J. Babel, Paul J. Kochis

POWER 2008; 155-162doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60129

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Topics: Pipes , Power stations , Steam

Reliability, Availability and Maintainability

Case Study on the Remaining Life Analysis of a Power Generation Valve

Daniel T. Peters, Eric Jones, Mario Berasi

POWER 2008; 163-170doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60034

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Topics: Energy generation , Remaining life assessment , Valves , Cracking (Materials) , Fracture (Process) , Power stations , Creep , Cutting , Fatigue , Modeling

Mechanical Seal Efficiency Considerations for Pumps in Utilities: Economics of Seals vs. Packing, and Savings With Best Available Seal Flush Arrangements

Richard Smith, Alan Roddis, Heinz P. Bloch

POWER 2008; 171-177doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60068

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Topics: Economics , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning) , Public utilities , Pumps , Sealing (Process) , Cooling , Fluids , American Petroleum Institute , Centrifugal pumps

Is Your Power Plant Headed for a HILP? How to Avoid, Detect or Mitigate High Impact–Low Probability (HILP) Events

Robert R. Richwine, G. Scott Stallard, G. Michael Curley

POWER 2008; 179-185doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60069

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Topics: Power stations , Probability , Reliability , Boilers , Databases , Electromagnetic induction , Explosions , Failure , Generators , Turbines

After FMECA: Using Vulnerability to Establish a Technical Basis for Maintenance Tasks

Justin Thibault

POWER 2008; 187-195doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60073

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Topics: Maintenance , Electricity (Physics) , Failure mechanisms , Optimization , Plant maintenance , Public utilities , Reliability

Aging Pipe Supports: A Photographic Study

Lange E. Kimball

POWER 2008; 197-207doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60091

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Topics: Photography , Pipes , Design , Maintenance , Reliability , Safety , Stress

Application of a Reliability Model to Gas Turbine Design

Christian Engelbert, Mikael Nilsson, Ariane Sutor, Francesco Montrone

POWER 2008; 209-215doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60100

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Topics: Design , Gas turbines , Reliability , Engines , Teams , Turbines , Economics , Failure , Industrial gases , Decision making

Vibration Monitoring System Integrity Subtly Affects Vibration Symptoms and Impacts Machinery Malfunction Diagnosis

Ned M. Endres

POWER 2008; 217-227doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60116

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Topics: Machinery , Vibration , Vibration monitors , Monitoring systems , Corrective actions , Failure , Gas turbines , Generators

Increased Revenue Generation of Existing Assets Through a Systematic Approach to Improve Availability

Anthony J. Munisteri

POWER 2008; 229-233doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60143

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Topics: Design , Failure , Maintenance , Underpinning

Turbines, Generators and Auxiliaries

Torsional Vibration of Turbine Generator Shafts Under the Disturbance of Electric Power System

Qing He, Dongmei Du

POWER 2008; 235-240doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60012

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Topics: Power systems (Machinery) , Turbogenerators , Vibration

Experimental Study on Effects of Slot Hot Blowing on Secondary Water Droplet Size and Water Film Thickness

Chunguo Li, Xinjun Wang, Daijing Cheng, Bi Sun

POWER 2008; 241-248doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60015

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Topics: Blades , Drops , Film thickness , Stators , Water

Sensitivity Analysis and Application of Natural Frequency of Torsional Vibration of Rotor System

Qing He, Dongmei Du

POWER 2008; 249-252doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60016

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Topics: Rotors , Sensitivity analysis , Vibration

A New Dual-Channel Analyzer for Vibration of Rotary Machine

Qing He, Dongmei Du

POWER 2008; 253-256doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60017

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Topics: Machinery , Vibration

GRDA Unit 2 Turbine Generator Control System Upgrade: A Case Study

Charles J. Barney, Jerry A. Kopczynski

POWER 2008; 257-260doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60019

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Topics: Control systems , Turbogenerators , Coal , Generators , Steam turbines , Actuators , Boilers , Combustion , Dams , Demolition

Rotor Welding: TVA Experience

H. G. Best, M. E. Koss

POWER 2008; 261-266doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60035

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Topics: Rotors , Welding , Failure , Turbines , Fracture (Materials) , Maintenance , Vibration , Damage , Design , Disks

Experience With On-Line Continuous Monitoring of Turbine Generator Stator and Rotor Windings

G. Stone, B. Lloyd, M. Sasic

POWER 2008; 267-274doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60053

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Topics: Rotors , Stators , Turbogenerators , Winding (process) , Hydrogen , Instrumentation , Monitoring systems , Sensors

Rotor Winding Shorted Turn Detection: Detection of a Turn Short Associated With a Generator Condition Monitor Alarm

David J. Albright

POWER 2008; 275-282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60072

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Topics: Generators , Rotors , Winding (process) , Probes , Poles (Building) , Testing , Vibration , Bearings , Magnetic flux , Maintenance

The Successful Use of Surplus or “Gray Market” Equipment in Strategic Situations

Mike Craigie

POWER 2008; 283-292doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60082

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Fossil Steam Turbine Upgrades/Modernizations: Case Studies of Recently Completed Projects and the Industry Challenges Moving Forward

Michael Smiarowski

POWER 2008; 293-297doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60118

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Topics: Steam turbines , Turbines , Energy generation , Public utilities , Steam , Supply chains

A Study of Steam Turbine Droplet Formation, Shedding and Blade Impact

Ahmad D. Vakili, Abraham J. Meganathan, Gary Golden

POWER 2008; 299-307doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60123

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Topics: Blades , Drops , Steam turbines , Cascades (Fluid dynamics) , Finishes , Coatings , Epoxy adhesives , Epoxy resins , Erosion , Fluids

H₂ Cooled Generator Gas Monitoring System Upgrade: More Than a Dryer

Michael L. Green, John F. McPhearson, Blanca A. Ramirez

POWER 2008; 309-315doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60136

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Topics: Generators , Hydrogen , Monitoring systems

Compact Diaphragm Turbine Technology and Its First Application in a Turbine Retrofit

David M. Littlewood, Simon I. Hogg

POWER 2008; 317-323doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60141

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Topics: Diaphragms (Mechanical devices) , Diaphragms (Structural) , Turbines , Design , Impulse (Physics) , Steam turbines , Cylinders , Disks , Energy generation , Rotors

Testing of a 3 MW High Speed Generator and Turbine Drive for a Hybrid Vehicle Propulsion System

Robert F. Thelen, John D. Herbst, Doug Wardell, Brian T. Murphy

POWER 2008; 325-332doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60153

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Topics: Generators , Hybrid electric vehicles , Propulsion systems , Testing , Turbines , Stress , Energy generation , Flywheels , Locomotives , Design

Design Considerations for High Speed Direct Drive Turbine Generators

John D. Herbst, Angelo L. Gattozzi, Douglas R. Wardell, Hsing P. Liu, Brian T. Murphy

POWER 2008; 333-340doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60154

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Topics: Design , Turbogenerators , Generators , Testing , Turbines , Insulation , Manufacturing , Propulsion systems , Stress , Winding (process)

Study on Unsteady Aerodynamic Force of Turbine Blade With Different Mass Flow

Jibing Lan, Yonghui Xie, Di Zhang

POWER 2008; 341-347doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60157

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid-dynamic forces , Turbine blades , Design , Blades , Excitation , Stators , Unsteady flow , Emission spectroscopy

Generator Condition Assessment Through EMI Diagnostics

James E. Timperley

POWER 2008; 349-354doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60166

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Topics: Generators , Maintenance , Electromagnetic interference , Electronic systems , Instrument transformers , Stators , Winding (process)

Changing Fossil Unit Startup Process Reduces Rotor Stresses

Craig Jennings

POWER 2008; 355-359doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60173

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Topics: Rotors , Stress , Temperature , Turbines , Steam , Boilers , Steam turbines , Condensers (steam plant) , Fuels , Metals

Power Plant Heat Exchangers and Cooling Systems

The Nuclear Renaissance: Materials of Choice for Surface Condensers and BOP Heat Exchangers

Dennis J. Schumerth

POWER 2008; 361-379doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60004

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Topics: Biomass , Bubbles , Building materials , Carbon capture and storage , Chernobyl Nuclear Accident, Chornobyl, Ukraine, 1986 , Climate change , Coal , Combined cycle gas turbines , Condensers (steam plant) , Construction

Manufacturing and Testing of Welded Stainless Steel Tubing: You Have a Choice Part 2—Feedwater Heater Tubing

Daniel S. Janikowski, Edward R. Blessman

POWER 2008; 381-393doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60006

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Topics: Feedwater , Manufacturing , Stainless steel , Testing , Tubing , ASTM International , Reliability , Temperature

AEP’s Crack History: Design Modifications and Lessons Learned on Deaerators and Storage Tanks

Bob Cashner

POWER 2008; 395-404doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60018

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Topics: Design , Fracture (Materials) , Storage tanks , Vessels , Leakage , Corrosion , Failure mechanisms , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure

The Use of an Eddy Current Inspection of Brass Tubes in a Surface Condenser to Provide a Condition Assessment

Shawn Gowatski, Tim Mitchell

POWER 2008; 405-409doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60061

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Topics: Brass (Metal) , Condensers (steam plant) , Eddy current testing , Inspection , Leakage , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Eddy currents (Electricity) , Pressure , Power stations , Rivers

Improving Plant Efficiency While Optimizing Water Use in Simple and Combined Cycle Power Plants

Peter G. Demakos

POWER 2008; 411-416doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60062

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Topics: Combined cycle power stations , Water , Coolers , Cooling , Evaporative cooling , Heat transfer , Horsepower , Sprays , Temperature

Case Studies: Plant Performance Improvements Through the Use of Innovative Condenser Cleaning Technology and Leak Detection Inspection

Eric H. Fayard

POWER 2008; 417-427doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60133

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Inspection , Leakage , Engineers , Power stations , Pressure , Risk , Turbines , Water

Changing Tube Materials: Thermal Calculations for Material Change When Re-Tubing

Joseph A. Bruno, Thomas J. Muldoon

POWER 2008; 429-435doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60160

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Topics: Engineers , Fluids , Fossil fuels , Heat exchangers , Tubing

Condenser Tube Examination Using Acoustic Pulse Reflectometry

Noam Amir, Oded Barzelay, Amir Yefet, Tal Pechter

POWER 2008; 437-441doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60169

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Topics: Acoustics , Condensers (steam plant) , Flaw detection , Leakage , Waves , Inspection , Separation (Technology)

Application of New Individual Condenser Tube Circulating Water Flow and Fouling Meter in Performance Monitoring and Troubleshooting: A Case Study

Timothy J. Harpster, Joseph W. Harpster, Sunish Shah, Gerald Weber, Michael Horn

POWER 2008; 443-452doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60172

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Flow (Dynamics) , Water , Coatings , Cooling , Biofouling , Corrosion , Flow measurement , Heat transfer , Heat transfer coefficients

Components and Plant System Optimization

Proposed Otto Cycle/Stirling Cycle Hybrid Engine Based Power Generation System

Barry Cullen, Jim McGovern

POWER 2008; 453-458doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60039

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Topics: Cycles , Energy / power systems , Hybrid engines , Otto cycle , Engines , Combined cycles , Exhaust systems , Fossil fuels , Optimization , Thermal energy

CFD Study on Vermiculite Injection System Optimization in a Cyclone-Fired Boiler

Guanghui Yu, Larry Swanson, Wei Zhou, David Moyeda, Joshua Rossow

POWER 2008; 459-463doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60055

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Topics: Boilers , Computational fluid dynamics , Optimization , Furnaces , Coal , Flow (Dynamics) , Slags , Temperature , Combustion , Density

Multi-Stage Centrifugal Compressors and Defining the Optimum Pressure Ratio According to Temperature Limitations

Ehsan Hashemi, Pegah Pezeshkpour

POWER 2008; 465-472doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60090

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Topics: Compressors , Pressure , Temperature , Suction , Numerical analysis , Compressibility , Compression , Cooling , Energy consumption

Performance Testing and Performance Test Codes

Gas Turbine Part Load Performance Testing: Comparison of Test Methodologies

Thomas P. Schmitt, Herve Clement

POWER 2008; 473-480doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60036

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Topics: Gas turbines , Stress , Testing performance , Inlet guide vanes , Combined cycles , Boundary-value problems , Compressors , Uncertainty

Incremental Heat Rate and Optimization: New Applications for ASME PTC-PM Performance Monitoring Guideline

Tina Toburen, Sam Korellis, Joe Milton

POWER 2008; 481-486doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60037

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Topics: Heat , Optimization , Cycles , Energy generation , Steam , Combined cycle gas turbines , Computer software , Gas turbines , Instrumentation , Performance test codes

Degradation in Turbo Machinery

John C. Westcott, Lawrence A. Penna

POWER 2008; 487-493doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60077

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Topics: Boilers , Cycles , Gas turbines , Machinery , Steam turbines , Testing , Turbines , Turbochargers

Advances in Direct Measurement of Gas Turbine Exhaust Temperature With Multi-Element Thermocouple Rakes for Diagnosing Performance Issues and Characterizing Turbine Upgrades

Thomas P. Schmitt, Christopher R. Banares, Herve Clement, Joshua D. Gsell

POWER 2008; 495-508doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60101

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Topics: Exhaust systems , Gas turbines , Temperature , Thermocouples , Turbines , Emissions , Temperature profiles , Combustion systems , Control algorithms , Design

Performance of Nozzle, Venturi, and Orifice Meters Relative to Extrapolation Criteria

James B. Nystrom, Phillip S. Stacy

POWER 2008; 509-513doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60112

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Topics: Nozzles , Venturi tubes , Reynolds number , Calibration , Discharge coefficient , Uncertainty , Fluids , Flow measurement , Flowmeters , Water

Performance Evaluation Using ASME Performance Test Codes

Michael P. McHale, Philip Gerhart, Sam J. Korellis

POWER 2008; 515-522doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60113

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Topics: Performance evaluation , Performance test codes

Benefits of Conducting Periodic Critical Pump Hydraulic and Mechanical Performance Audits

John Marchi, Robert Morgenstern

POWER 2008; 523-530doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60130

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Topics: Equipment performance , Pumps , Maintenance , Electric motors , Cost benefit analysis , Design , Durability , Energy transformation , Flow measurement , Gas turbines

ASME PTC 19.5 Procedures for Application of Laboratory Calibrations of Differential Pressure Flow Meters

Jeffrey R. Friedman, David Keyser

POWER 2008; 531-538doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60151

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Topics: Calibration , Flowmeters , Pressure , Flow (Dynamics) , Discharge coefficient , Fluids , Performance test codes , Regression analysis , Reynolds number , Testing performance

Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) Power Plants

A Dynamic Systems Model for Gasifier in IGCC

Mohit Aggarwal, B. Erik Ydstie, Lee R. White

POWER 2008; 539-553doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60087

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Topics: Dynamic systems , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Atoms , Control theory , Optimization , Shrinkage (Materials) , Task analysis , Thermodynamic processes

Performance Study on Coal Gasification by High Temperature Air

Hong Tian, Donglin Chen, Xiaozhong Yan, Liang Liu, Jiuju Cai

POWER 2008; 555-560doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60088

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Topics: Coal , Fuel gasification , High temperature , Temperature

Sensitivity Analysis and Control of Gasifier Using Recycled Carbon Dioxide Gas in Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle

Vishnu Chapalamadugu, B. Erik Ydstie

POWER 2008; 561-573doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60092

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations , Sensitivity analysis , Coal , Flow (Dynamics) , Syngas , Oxygen , Computational fluid dynamics , Fuel gasification , Slurries

A Model for Analysis of Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle Power Plant With Carbon Dioxide Capture

Peng Pei, Manohar Kulkarni

POWER 2008; 575-586doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60124

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Topics: Carbon capture and storage , Fuel gasification , Integrated gasification combined cycle power stations

Renewable and Advanced Energy Systems

Development of a Highly Efficient Diesel Engine Boiler System With a Secondary Combustor

D. H. Lee, Y. S. Cha, J. S. Lee, D. K. Lee, H. J. Park, G. Y. Bae

POWER 2008; 587-592doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60029

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Diesel engines , Pressure vessel systems , Engines , Exhaust systems , Gases , Air pollution , Combined heat and power , Electric power generation , Electricity (Physics)

High Efficiency Renewable Energy From Residual Materials

Mark A. Paisley, Allan Page

POWER 2008; 593-600doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60030

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Topics: Renewable energy , Fuel gasification , Biomass , Municipal solid wastes , Syngas , Tar , Agglomeration (Materials) , Combined cycles , Construction , Demolition

Running the World on Renewables: Hydrogen Transmission Pipelines With Firming Geologic Storage

William C. Leighty

POWER 2008; 601-613doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60031

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Topics: Hydrogen , Pipelines , Renewable energy sources , Storage

Converting Moist Air Into Water and Power

Robert J. Vidmar

POWER 2008; 615-624doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60032

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Topics: Water , Water vapor , Heat , Boilers , Pressure , Compressors , Fluids , Latent heat , Condensers (steam plant) , Fans

Technical and Economic Feasibility of a 5 MW Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Plant on Kauai, Hawaii

Kenneth K. Lee

POWER 2008; 625-630doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60050

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Topics: Power stations , Solar energy , Flat plates , Design , Emissions , Energy generation , Fossil fuels , Maintenance , Natural gas , Photovoltaic power systems

Renewable Generation Hazards and Risk

Terry Cooper

POWER 2008; 631-634doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60052

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Topics: Hazards , Risk

Effect of the Power Generation Unit Size on the Energy Performance of Cooling, Heating, and Power Systems

N. Fumo, P. J. Mago, L. M. Chamra

POWER 2008; 635-640doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60057

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Topics: Cooling , Energy generation , Heating , Power systems (Machinery) , Cogeneration systems , Energy consumption , Climate , Energy conservation , Absorption , Combined heat and power

CFD-Based Energy Improvement of a Parametric Blade Model for a Francis Turbine Runner

Jose´ Manuel Franco-Nava, Erik Rosado-Tamariz, Jose´ Manuel Ferna´ndez-Da´vila, Reynaldo Rangel-Espinosa

POWER 2008; 641-647doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60080

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Topics: Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Francis turbines , Hydraulic turbines , Optimization

A Case Study of Retrofitting a Demonstration Solar Energy Building

Xiangyang Gong, Manohar Kulkarni, David E. Claridge

POWER 2008; 649-655doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60085

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Topics: Solar energy , Maintenance , Absorption , Boilers , Copper , Energy conversion , Feedwater , Glass , Heat , Hot water heating

Simulation of Major Aspects of Wind Energy Generation

William B. Hobbs

POWER 2008; 657-671doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60093

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Topics: Simulation , Wind energy , Design , Turbines , Computer software , Economic analysis , Modeling , Electric power generation , Profitability , Wind

Analysis and Optimization of an Ammonia Based Transcritical Rankine Cycle for Power Generation

Jahar Sarkar, Souvik Bhattacharyya

POWER 2008; 673-677doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60097

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Topics: Energy generation , Heat , Optimization , Rankine cycle

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John G. VanOsdol, Randall Gemmen, Edward Parsons

POWER 2008; 679-689doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60111

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

POWER 2008; 691-698doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60115

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M. T. Rahmati, A. P. McCabe, G. A. Aggidis, R. V. Chaplin

POWER 2008; 699-705doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60119

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Topics: Wave energy converters , Waves , Climate , Oceans , Seabed , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Wave forces

Thermodynamic Analysis and Comparison on Oxy-Fuel Power Generation Process

Shimin Deng, Rory Hynes

POWER 2008; 707-714doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60122

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Topics: Energy generation , Fuels , Boilers , Coal , Combustion , Power stations , Pressure , Slurries , Steam turbines

A Review and Cost Comparison of Current Idle-Reduction Technology

Ethan E. Lust, W. Travis Horton, Reinhard Radermacher

POWER 2008; 715-726doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60142

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A Hydroelectric Plant Simulation Model to Test the Performance of Actual Governor Control Systems

Iva´n F. Galindo-Garci´a, Antonio Tavira-Mondrago´n, Sau´l Rodri´guez-Lozano

POWER 2008; 727-733doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60152

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Topics: Control systems , Governors , Hydropower , Simulation models , Hydraulic drive systems , Hydroelectric power stations , Tunnels , Turbines , Water , Engineering simulation

Pulse-Width Modulation of Hydrogen Delivery for PEM Fuel Cells

Aquiles Perez, Amir Abtahi, Ali Zilouchian

POWER 2008; 735-743doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60161

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Topics: Hydrogen , Proton exchange membrane fuel cells , Pulse width modulation , Control equipment , Delays , Energy consumption , Feedback , Fluids , Oxygen , Stress

A New Re-Fuel System to Process High Water Content Waste to Solid Fuel Using Superheated Steam

Naoki Maruyama, Daisuke Tanaka, Toshiki Shimizu

POWER 2008; 745-752doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60164

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Topics: Fuels , Steam , Superheating , Water , Drying , Emissions , Energy consumption , Carbon dioxide , Construction , Fossil fuels

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POWER 2008; 753-761doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60079

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Topics: Nuclear power stations , Electricity (Physics) , Energy generation , Plant personnel

Verifying Suitability for Service With EMI Diagnostics

James E. Timperley

POWER 2008; 763-770doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2008-60167

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Topics: Cables , Electrical components , Electromagnetic interference , Generators , Instrument transformers , Motors , Nuclear power stations , Risk , Stators

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