An American mechanical engineer who has developed small-scale cogeneration projects in southern California for over a decade, Kilanowski explains the whole process of using small gas-powered turbines to generate electricity. He discusses the history of the microturbine, design goals and achievements
Guide to Microturbines
β Scribed by Bernard F. Kolanowski
- Publisher
- River Publishers
- Year
- 2021
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 247
- Edition
- 1
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
First published in 2004. Featuring the latest information on the new technology involved in on-site power generation, this book incorporates an overview and further detailed investigations into the issues inherent in the development, use and future of microturbines.
β¦ Table of Contents
Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1 Introduction and History of the Microturbine
Chapter 2 Design Goals and Achievements for the Microturbine
Chapter 3 Dual Mode Operation
Chapter 4 Operational and Environmental Characteristics
Chapter 5 Markets for the Microturbine
Chapter 6 Manufacturers of Microturbines
Chapter 7 Operating Histories
Chapter 8 Realism in the Future
Appendix A Case Histories of Microturbines in Various Applications
Appendix B Installation Standards for Microturbines
Appendix C Microturbine Power Conversion Technology Review
Index
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