Steam Plant Operation, 10th Edition

Title: Steam Plant Operation, 10th Edition
Author: Everett B. Woodruff, Herbert B. Lammers, Thomas F. Lammers
ISBN: 1259641333 / 9781259641336
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 752
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Year: 2017
Availability: 45-60 days

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The definitive reference on the role of steam in the production and operation of power plants for electric generation and industrial process applications

For more than 80 years, Steam Plant Operation has been an unmatched source of information on steam power plants, including design, operation, and maintenance. The Tenth Edition emphasizes the importance of devising a comprehensive energy plan utilizing all economical sources of energy, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewable energy sources. This trusted classic discusses the important role that steam plays in our power production and identifies the associated risks and potential problems of other energy sources. You will find concise explanations of key concepts, from fundamentals through design and operation.  For energy students, Steam Plant Operation provides a solid introduction to steam power plant technology.

This practical guide includes common power plant calculations such as plant heat rate, boiler efficiency, pump performance, combustion processes, and explains the systems necessary to control plant emissions. Numerous illustrations and clear presentation of the material will prove invaluable for those preparing for an operator’s license exam. Examples throughout show real-world application of the topics discussed.

COVERAGE INCLUDES:

  • Steam and Its Importance
  • Boilers
  • Design and Construction of Boilers
  • Combustion of Fuels
  • Boiler Settings, Combustion Systems, and Auxiliary Equipment
  • Boiler Accessories
  • Operation and Maintenance of Boilers
  • Pumps
  • Steam Turbines, Condensers, and Cooling Towers
  • Operating and Maintaining Steam Turbines, Condensers, Cooling Towers, and Auxiliaries
  • Auxiliary Steam Plant Equipment
  • Environmental Control Systems
  • Waste-to-Energy Plants

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Preface

Chapter 1 : Steam and Its Importance
Chapter 2 : Boilers
Chapter 3 : Design and Construction of Boilers
Chapter 4 : Combustion of Fuels
Chapter 5 : Boiler Settings, Combustion Systems, and Auxiliary Equipment
Chapter 6 : Boiler Accessories
Chapter 7 : Operation and Maintenance of Boilers
Chapter 8 : Pumps
Chapter 9 : Steam Turbines, Condensers, and Cooling Towers
Chapter 10 : Operating and Maintaining Steam Turbines, Condensers, Cooling Towers, and Auxiliaries
Chapter 11 : Auxiliary Steam Plant Equipment
Chapter 12 : Environmental Control Systems
Chapter 13 : Waste-to-Energy Plants

Appendix A : Unit Conversions
Appendix B : Geometric Formulas
Appendix C : Steam Tables and Charts
Appendix D : Answers to Problems
Glossary
Index