Guide to Electric Power Generation, Third Edition |
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| Author:
| Smalling, K. D.
Pansini, Anthony J. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8493-9511-6 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2005 |
| Publisher: | Fairmont Press, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $130.00 |
Book Description:
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This fully illustrated reference presents 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. Readers will find much useful information on the characteristics of fuels, including coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, and others, along with proper methods for handling them and their residues. Feedwater treatment, ash removal reliability, operation, and...
More DescriptionThis fully illustrated reference presents 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. Readers will find much useful information on the characteristics of fuels, including coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear, and others, along with proper methods for handling them and their residues. Feedwater treatment, ash removal reliability, operation, and maintenance considerations are all examined in detail. This third edition expands the coverage of gasification of coal, gas turbines, and the effective use of generation in place of efficiency measures.