Steam Plant Operation Hardback
by Everett Woodruff, Herbert Lammers, Thomas Lammers
Hardback
Description
The definitive guide for steam power plant systems and operation fully updated For more than 80 years, this book has been a trusted source of information on steam power plants, including the design, operation, and maintenance of major systems.
Steam Plant Operation, Tenth Edition, emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive energy plan utilizing all economical sources of energy, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewable energy sources.
The book continues to describe the important role that steam plays in our power production and it identifies the associated risks and potential problems for each source of energy. This practical guide provides common power plant calculations such as plant heat rate, boiler efficiency, pump performance, combustion processes, and the systems necessary to control plant emissions.
Numerous illustrations and clear presentation of the material will assist in preparing for an operator's license exam.
Throughout, real-world examples demonstrate each topic.
Engineering students will find a detailed introduction to steam power plant technology. * Offers concise explanations of concepts, from fundamentals through advanced design and operation* Recommended by several states as a key reference for their steam plant licensing exams
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:752 pages, 300 Illustrations, unspecified
- Publisher:McGraw-Hill Education
- Publication Date:16/11/2016
- Category:
- ISBN:9781259641336
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:752 pages, 300 Illustrations, unspecified
- Publisher:McGraw-Hill Education
- Publication Date:16/11/2016
- Category:
- ISBN:9781259641336
