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Steam Plant Operation

by Everett B. Woodruff

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Publisher Comments:

#1 REFERENCE IN STEAM PLANT ENGINEERING


For nearly 70 years, this has been the definitive reference for steam plant system design, installation, operation, maintenance and repair. This trusted resource has assisted more operators to pass licensing exams than another text. Packed with illustrations and fundamental descriptions, Steam Plant Operation keeps readers current with the latest design methods of various systems and assists in all areas of steam plant operation.


Balancing theory and practice, Steam Plant Operation provides common power plant calculations such as plant heat rates; efficiency; pump flow and power requirements; combustion processes; and plant emission collection efficiency. Readers will also find valuable content on the approved methods of operating equipment found in power plants, making this an unmatched reference that will deliver value for years.


This major new edition provides significant updates on:


* Fluidized Bed Boilers * Combined Cycle Systems * Environmental Systems for Control of SO2, NOx and Particulates * Fuel and Ash Handling Systems Including Coal Storage Domes * Plant Auxiliary Systems


Inside Steam Plant Operation:


* Steam and Its Importance * Boilers * Design and Construction of Boilers * Combustion of Fuels * Combustion Equipment * Boiler Accessories * Operation and Maintenance of Boilers * Pumps * Steam Turbines and Electric Generators * Condensers * Cooling Towers * Plant Auxiliaries * Environmental Control Systems * Waste-to-Energy Plants

Book News Annotation:

This eighth edition of a popular reference on steam power plant systems and operation contains updates on topics such as fluidized bed boilers, combined cycle systems, environmental systems for control of SO2, NOx, and particulates, fuel and ash handling systems, coal storage domes, and plant auxiliary systems. Combining theory and practice, the reference provides common power plant calculations as well as content on methods for operating equipment found in power plants. The book will be especially useful for operators studying for licensing exams. Woodruff was a project engineer.
Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Synopsis:

#1 REFERENCE IN STEAM PLANT ENGINEERING

For nearly 70 years, this has been the definitive reference for steam plant system design, installation, operation, maintenance and repair. This trusted resource has assisted more operators to pass licensing exams than another text. Packed with illustrations and fundamental descriptions, Steam Plant Operation keeps readers current with the latest design methods of various systems and assists in all areas of steam plant operation.

Balancing theory and practice, Steam Plant Operation provides common power plant calculations such as plant heat rates; efficiency; pump flow and power requirements; combustion processes; and plant emission collection efficiency. Readers will also find valuable content on the approved methods of operating equipment found in power plants, making this an unmatched reference that will deliver value for years.

This major new edition provides significant updates on:

* Fluidized Bed Boilers * Combined Cycle Systems * Environmental Systems for Control of SO2, NOx and Particulates * Fuel and Ash Handling Systems Including Coal Storage Domes * Plant Auxiliary Systems

Inside Steam Plant Operation:

* Steam and Its Importance * Boilers * Design and Construction of Boilers * Combustion of Fuels * Combustion Equipment * Boiler Accessories * Operation and Maintenance of Boilers * Pumps * Steam Turbines and Electric Generators * Condensers * Cooling Towers * Plant Auxiliaries * Environmental Control Systems * Waste-to-Energy Plants

Synopsis:

For nearly 70 years, Steam Plant Operation has been the definitive reference for system design to installation, operational features, expert maintenance and repairs. A classic reference for understanding power plant design and operation, this book has assisted more operators to pass licensing exams than any other text. Packed with illustrations and fundamental descriptions, Steam Plant Operation keeps the engineer or plant operator current for the safe operation, expert guidance on design of various systems and help with every aspect of steam plant operation.
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Table of Contents

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

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780071418461
Author:
Woodruff, Everett B.
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Author:
Woodruff, Everett
Author:
Lammers, Herbert
Author:
Lammers, Herbert B.
Author:
Lammers, Thomas F.
Subject:
Engineering - Mechanical
Subject:
Engineering - Industrial
Subject:
Industrial engineering
Subject:
Mechanical
Copyright:
2005
Edition Number:
8
Edition Description:
Eighth
Publication Date:
November 2004
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
Professional and scholarly
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
850
Dimensions:
9.40x6.34x2.42 in. 3.35 lbs.
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