Volumes | Turbo Expo: Power for Land, Sea, and Air | American Society of Mechanical Engineers Digital Collection

Topics: Combined heat and power , Liquefaction , Liquefied natural gas , Engines , Carbon dioxide , Steam , Cycles , Emissions , Energy generation , Fuels

Variable Regimes Operation of Cogenerative Gas-Turbine Engine With Overexpansion Turbine

V. Matviienko, V. Ocheretianyi

GT 2010; 33-37doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22029

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Topics: Engines , Gas turbines , Turbines , Exhaust systems , Compressors , Heat , Boilers , Brayton cycle , Construction , Cycles

Heat Accumulator in Large District Heating Systems: Simulation and Optimisation

Krzysztof Badyda, Wojciech Bujalski, Jarosław Milewski, Michał Warchoł

GT 2010; 39-44doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22032

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Topics: Central heating , Heat , Optimization , Secondary cells , Simulation , Algorithms , Polishing equipment

Avoidance of Gas Turbine Failure Using Metallurgical Analysis and Engine Health Monitoring as Predictive Tools

Pervez Canteenwalla, Steve Ingistov, Douglas Nagy

GT 2010; 45-49doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22144

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Topics: Engines , Failure , Gas turbines , Metallurgical analysis , Firing , Temperature , Turbines , Coating processes , Coatings , Combined heat and power

Computational Analysis of Droplet Motion in Industrial Compressor Intakes

Robin C. Payne, Wilfried Rick, Michael Lo¨tzerich

GT 2010; 51-58doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22168

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Topics: Compressors , Drops , Water , Sprays , Engines , Aircraft engines , Boundary-value problems , Compression , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas flow

Wet Compression Effects on Axial Compressor Performance Using Pitch-Line Models

Arathi K. Gopinath, Giridhar Jothiprasad, Trevor Wood, Le Tran

GT 2010; 59-68doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22214

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Water , Drops , Evaporation , Blades , Computer simulation , Ducts , Flow (Dynamics)

Oil Mist Eliminator Vessel Modifications for GE 7EA Gas Turbine

Steve Ingistov, Roger Cusack, Rakesh Bhargava

GT 2010; 69-75doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22220

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Topics: Gas turbines , Vessels , Bearings , Cogeneration plants , Concretes , Hazards , Machinery , Maintenance , Particulate matter , Safety

Parametric Analysis of a New CCHP System Utilizing Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)

Jiangfeng Wang, Yiping Dai, Zhixin Sun, Shaolin Ma

GT 2010; 77-86doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22319

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Topics: Liquefied natural gas , Pressure , Steam turbines , Exergy , Heat , Compressors , Cooling , Ejectors , Exhaust systems , Refrigeration cycles

Development and Validation of a Model for Axial Compressor Fouling Simulation

F. Melino, A. Peretto, P. R. Spina

GT 2010; 87-98doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22947

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Topics: Compressors , Simulation , Gas turbines , Blades , Computers , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure

Gas Turbine Power Augmentation Technologies: A Systematic Comparative Evaluation Approach

M. Bianchi, L. Branchini, A. De Pascale, F. Melino, A. Peretto, R. K. Bhargava, M. A. Chaker

GT 2010; 99-107doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22948

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Topics: Gas turbines , Temperature , Energy consumption , Fuel efficiency , Heat , High pressure (Physics) , Steam

Design of a Test Rig for Organic Vapours

A. Spinelli, V. Dossena, P. Gaetani, C. Osnaghi, D. Colombo

GT 2010; 109-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22959

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Topics: Design , Pressure , Organic Rankine cycle , Temperature , Fluids , Nozzles , Cycles , Flow (Dynamics) , Probes , Siloxanes

Performances and Application Perspectives of Air Heat Recovery Turbine Units

Vyacheslav V. Romanov, Sergey N. Movchan, Vladimir N. Chobenko, Oleg S. Kucherenko, Valeriy V. Kuznetsov, Anatoliy P. Shevtsov

GT 2010; 121-133doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23129

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Topics: Heat recovery , Turbines , Exhaust systems , Gas turbines , Compressors , Heat transfer , Mechanical drives , Pressure , Temperature , Weight (Mass)

Understanding Behavior of Water Droplets in a Transonic Compressor Rotor With Wet Compression

Lanxin Sun, Qun Zheng, Mingcong Luo, Yijin Li, Rakesh Bhargava

GT 2010; 135-156doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23141

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Drops , Rotors , Two-phase flow , Water

Optimal Lay-Out and Operation of District Heating and Cooling Distributed Trigeneration Systems

Dario Buoro, Melchiorre Casisi, Piero Pinamonti, Mauro Reini

GT 2010; 157-166doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23416

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Topics: Central heating , Cooling , Combined heat and power , Machinery , Absorption , Pipelines , Cities , Gas turbines , Heat , Optimization

Overhaul and Uprate of Industrial Gas Turbines by an Alternate Service Provider

Michel Arnal

GT 2010; 167-173doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23628

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Topics: Industrial gases , Turbines , Gas turbines , Engines , Heat , Wood products , Blades , Combustion , Design , Firing

Comparison Between Two-Shaft Simple and Single-Shaft Recuperated Brayton Cycles Using Different Types of Gaseous Fuels

A. K. Malkogianni, A. Tourlidakis, A. L. Polyzakis

GT 2010; 175-183doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23633

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Topics: Biogas , Brayton cycle , Coal , Computer software , Cycles , Design , Electric power generation , Emissions , Engines , Flow (Dynamics)

Filter Failure During High Humidity Conditions

Melissa Wilcox, David Ransom, Hector Delgado-Garibay

GT 2010; 185-193doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23641

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Topics: Failure , Filters , Water , Gas turbines , Condensation , Design , Pressure , Turbines , Air flow , Corrosion

Techno-Economic Evaluation of a Tri-Generation Energy Supply System for a Non-Interconnected Island Using Single-Shaft Gas-Turbine

A. L. Polyzakis, A. K. Malkogianni

GT 2010; 195-203doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23647

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Topics: Gas turbines , Simulation , Design , Absorption , Cooling systems , Fuels , Maintenance , Modeling , Power stations , Sensitivity analysis

3D Modeling for Wet-Compression in a Single Stage Compressor Including Liquid Particle Erosion Analysis

Jobaidur R. Khan, Ting Wang

GT 2010; 205-218doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23722

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Erosion , Particulate matter , Three-dimensional modeling , Drops , Rotors , Stators , Turbulence , Water

An Innovative Approach to Emission Reductions and Heat Recovery: Comply Units

Wayne Littleford, Sanjeev Jolly

GT 2010; 219-228doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23814

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Topics: Emissions , Heat recovery , Nitrogen oxides , Carbon dioxide , Particulate matter , Pollution , Water , Combustion , Condensation , Exhaust systems

Microturbines and Small Turbomachinery

Development of a 3kW Micro Turbine for CHP Applications

W. P. J. Visser, S. A. Shakariyants, M. Oostveen

GT 2010; 229-238doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22007

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Topics: Combined heat and power , Turbines , Turbomachinery , Cycles , Design , Generators , Turbochargers , Carbon dioxide , Cogeneration systems , Combustion chambers

A Performance Autopsy of Three Centrifugal Compressors for a Small Gas Turbine

Colin Rodgers, Dan Brown

GT 2010; 239-247doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22037

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Topics: Compressors , Gas turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , High pressure (Physics) , Impellers , Radial flow

Remaining Technical Challenges and Future Plans for Oil-Free Turbomachinery

Christopher DellaCorte, Robert J. Bruckner

GT 2010; 249-258doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22086

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Topics: Turbomachinery , Foil bearings , Lubricants , Aircraft , Cycles , Databases , Gas bearings , Gas turbines , Machinery , Mass production

A Regenerative Flow Compressor as a Secondary Air Pump for Engine Emission Control

Abraham Engeda

GT 2010; 259-262doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22087

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Topics: Air pollution control , Compressors , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Pumps , Exhaust systems , Oxygen , Automotive engines , Carbon , Carbon dioxide

Primary Surface Recuperator Alloy Oxidation: A Comparison of Accelerated Engine Testing to Field Operation

Wendy J. Matthews, Karren L. More, Larry R. Walker

GT 2010; 263-269doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22121

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Topics: Alloys , Engines , Oxidation , Testing , Microturbines , Steady state , Turbines , Collaboration , Domes (Structural elements) , Exhaust systems

Combustion Characteristics and Hydrogen Addition Effects on the Performance of a Can Combustor for a Micro Gas Turbine

Hsin-Yi Shih, Chi-Rong Liu

GT 2010; 271-280doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22231

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Topics: Combustion , Combustion chambers , Hydrogen , Micro gas turbines

Modeling an Installation of Recuperative Heat Exchangers for an Aero Engine

Dimitrios Missirlis, Kyros Yakinthos, Olivier Seite, Apostolos Goulas

GT 2010; 281-289doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22263

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Topics: Aircraft engines , Computational fluid dynamics , Heat exchangers , Modeling , Pressure

Improved µ-Scale Turbine Expander for Energy Recovery

Marcus Keding, Piotr Dudzinski, Alexander Reissner, Stefan Hummel, Martin Tajmar

GT 2010; 291-297doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22296

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Topics: Energy recovery , Turbines , Generators , Heat pumps , Pressure , Carbon dioxide , High pressure (Physics) , Microturbines , Combustion , Friction

Experimental Investigation of the Dynamic Performance of a Micro Gas Turbine Recuperator Including Innovative Cycle Configurations

Mario L. Ferrari, Alessandro Sorce, Matteo Pascenti, Aristide F. Massardo

GT 2010; 299-308doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22299

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Topics: Cycles , Micro gas turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Transients (Dynamics) , Experimental analysis , Fuel cells , High temperature , Machinery , Solid oxide fuel cells , Steady state

Study of Fault Self-Recovery and Seal Improvement for Centrifugal Compressor

Weimin Wang, Jinji Gao, Yan Li, Shuangxi Li

GT 2010; 309-316doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22324

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Topics: Compressors , Displacement , Computational fluid dynamics , Reliability , Rotors , Thrust bearings , Design , Equipment performance , Film thickness , Fluctuations (Physics)

Thermoeconomic Analysis of Micro Gas Turbine Design in the Range 25–500 kW_e

Leandro Galanti, Aristide F. Massardo

GT 2010; 317-327doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22351

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Topics: Design , Micro gas turbines , Thermoeconomics , Cycles , Combined heat and power , Compressors , Fuels , Functional analysis , Heat , Pressure

Numerical Study of Internally Finned Bayonet Tubes in a High Temperature Bayonet Tube Heat Exchanger With Inner and Outer Fins

T. Ma, M. Lin, M. Zeng, Y. P. Ji, Q. W. Wang

GT 2010; 329-338doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22360

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Topics: Fins , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , High temperature

Evolutionary Optimization of Micro- Thrust Bearings With Periodic Partial Trapezoidal Surface Texturing

C. I. Papadopoulos, P. G. Nikolakopoulos, L. Kaiktsis

GT 2010; 339-348doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22495

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Topics: Bearings , Navier-Stokes equations , Optimization , Thrust bearings

Multi Stage Variable Speed Turbo Compressor for Enhancing Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of Air Conditioners Using R718 as Refrigerant

Demiss A. Amibe, Qubo Li, Norbert Mu¨ller

GT 2010; 349-355doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22502

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Topics: Air conditioners , Compressors , Energy efficiency , Refrigerants , Turbochargers , Cooling , Compression , Stress , Air conditioning , Temperature

A High-Efficiency Heat Exchanger for Closed Cycle and Heat Recovery Gas Turbines

Luciano Andrea Catalano, Fabio De Bellis, Riccardo Amirante, Matteo Rignanese

GT 2010; 357-367doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22509

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Topics: Cycles , Gas turbines , Heat exchangers , Heat recovery , Particulate matter , Pipes , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat

An Adaptive Fuzzy Logic Algorithm for the Thrust Control of a Small Turbojet Engine

Riccardo Amirante, Luciano Andrea Catalano, Paolo Tamburrano

GT 2010; 369-377doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22510

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Topics: Algorithms , Engines , Fuzzy logic , Thrust , Turbojets , Stability , Microturbines , Transients (Dynamics)

A Thermal Mixing Scheme for Portable Gas Turbines

S. Tanaka, Z. Spakovszky

GT 2010; 379-389doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22530

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Topics: Gas turbines , Cooling , Flow (Dynamics) , Exhaust systems , Ejectors , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Ducts , Temperature , Vortices

Tip Leakage in Small Radial Turbines: Optimum Tip-Gap and Efficiency Loss Correlations

Jasper Kammeyer, Christoph Natkaniec, Joerg R. Seume

GT 2010; 391-401doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22680

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Topics: Leakage , Turbines , Turbochargers , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Internal combustion engines , Test facilities

An Overview of Advanced Ni-Base Superalloys for Small Turbines and Missile Engine Applications

Jacqueline B. Wahl, Ken Harris

GT 2010; 403-411doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22683

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Topics: Engines , Missiles , Superalloys , Turbines , Alloys , Coating processes , Coatings , Crystals , Fatigue , Gas turbines

Experimental Methodology to Characterize Mechanical Losses in Small Turbochargers

Francisco Payri, Jose R. Serrano, Pablo Olmeda, Arlington Paez, Fabrice Vidal

GT 2010; 413-423doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22815

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Topics: Turbochargers , Compressors , Friction , Lubricating oils , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Heat transfer , Mechanical efficiency , Operating temperature

On the Development of an Oil-Free, High-Speed and High-Temperature Turboalternator

Hooshang Heshmat, James F. Walton, II

GT 2010; 425-432doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22852

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Topics: Design , Foil bearings , High temperature , Operating temperature , Permanent magnets , Renewable energy , Renewable energy sources , Stress , Testing , Turbines

Structural Dynamic Design of a Rotating Hydrogen Co-Fired Multi-Fuel External Combustor

Hooshang Heshmat, Michael J. Tomaszewski, James F. Walton, II, Deon J. Potgieter

GT 2010; 433-438doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22853

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Design , Fuels , Hydrogen , Structural dynamics , Bearings , Combustion , Flames , High temperature , Rotors

Optimization of High Speed Centrifugal Compressor for a Micro Gas Turbine Based on CFD and FEM Analysis

Hong-liang Wang, Guang Xi

GT 2010; 439-446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22863

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Topics: Compressors , Computational fluid dynamics , Finite element methods , Finite element model , Micro gas turbines , Optimization , Blades , Impellers , Stress , Design

Design and Engine Performance Simulation of a Turbo-Cooling System

Xin Shi, Chaochen Ma, Mingxu Qi, Wei Chen, Wenxiang Li

GT 2010; 447-457doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22868

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Topics: Cooling , Design , Engines , Simulation , Turbochargers , Compressors , Diesel engines , Turbines , Exhaust systems , Pressure

Demonstration of a Palm-Sized 30 Watt Air-to-Power Turbine Generator

S. Sato, S. Jovanovic, J. Lang, Z. Spakovszky

GT 2010; 459-470doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22925

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Topics: Turbogenerators , Turbines , Design , Stress , Electricity (Physics) , Ball bearings , Computational fluid dynamics , Generators , Microelectromechanical systems , Aluminum

One and Three-Dimensional Analysis of Centrifugal Compressor for 600 kW Simple Cycle Gas Turbine Engine

Elkin I. Gutie´rrez Vela´squez, Marco A. R. Nascimento, Ruben A. Miranda Carrillo, Newton R. Moura

GT 2010; 471-476doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22950

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Topics: Compressors , Cycles , Gas turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Distributed power generation , Biofuel , Combustion , Design , FORTRAN , Fossil fuels

Radial Inflow Turbine One and Tri-Dimensional Design Analysis of 600 kW Simple Cycle Gas Turbine Engine

Rube´n A. Miranda Carrillo, Marco A. R. Nascimento, Elkin I. Gutie´rrez Vela´squez, Newton R. Moura

GT 2010; 477-486doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22951

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Topics: Cycles , Design , Gas turbines , Inflow , Turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Distributed power generation , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors

Evaluation of Alumina-Forming Austenitic Foil for Advanced Recuperators

Bruce A. Pint, Michael P. Brady, Yukinori Yamamoto, Michael L. Santella, Philip J. Maziasz, Wendy J. Matthews

GT 2010; 487-494doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23003

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Topics: Alloys , Corrosion , Creep , Exhaust systems , Microturbines , Oxidation , Stainless steel , Temperature , Testing , Water vapor

Non-Adiabatic Compressor Efficiency of Turbocharger: A Statistical Approach

A. Romagnoli, Ricardo Martinez-Botas

GT 2010; 495-506doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23149

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Topics: Compressors , Engines , Heat transfer , Turbines , Turbochargers

Experimental Evaluation of the Active Control Turbocharger Prototype Under Simulated Engine Conditions

Apostolos Pesiridis, Ricardo F. Martinez-Botas

GT 2010; 507-520doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23151

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Topics: Engineering prototypes , Engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Turbochargers

Development of Ultra-Low Emission Diesel Fuel-Fired Microturbine Engines for Vehicular Heavy Duty Applications: Combustion Modifications

Junhua Chen, Mark G. Mitchell, John G. Nourse

GT 2010; 521-530doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23181

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Topics: Combustion , Diesel , Emissions , Engines , Fuels , Microturbines

Comparative Study on Electric Turbo-Compounding Systems for Gasoline Engine Exhaust Energy Recovery

Wei Wei, Weilin Zhuge, Yangjun Zhang, Yongsheng He

GT 2010; 531-539doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23204

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Topics: Energy recovery , Exhaust systems , Gasoline engines , Turbochargers , Cycles , Turbogenerators , Computer software , Corporate average fuel economy , Engineering prototypes , Engines

Development of a High Speed Gas Bearing Test Rig to Measure Rotordynamic Force Coefficients

J. Jeffrey Moore, Andrew Lerche, Timothy Allison, David L. Ransom, Daniel Lubell

GT 2010; 541-548doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23217

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Topics: Gas bearings , Bearings , Damping , Design , Fluid films , Stability , Compressors , Contamination , Coulombs , Cycles

A New Micro Turbo-Machinery Test Facility

Chen Xia, Guoping Huang, Jie Chen

GT 2010; 549-557doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23257

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Topics: Test facilities , Turbomachinery , Pressure , Turbines , Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Torque , Design , Testing

The Mixed Flow Forward Swept Turbine for Next Generation Turbocharged Downsized Automotive Engines

Carl Fredriksson, Nick Baines

GT 2010; 559-563doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23366

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Topics: Automotive engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbines , Engines , Exhaust systems , Inertia (Mechanics) , Geometry , Stress , Torque , Transients (Dynamics)

Effects of Reynolds Number and Heat Transfer on Scaling of a Centrifugal Compressor Impeller

Yan Ma, Guang Xi

GT 2010; 565-572doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23372

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Topics: Compressor impellers , Heat transfer , Reynolds number , Impellers , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Turbochargers

Design and Characterization of a Liquid-Fueled Micro-Combustor

Jay Peck, Stuart A. Jacobson, Ian A. Waitz

GT 2010; 573-586doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23388

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Design , Catalysts , Fuels , Combustion , Flow (Dynamics) , Microscale devices , Power density , Temperature , Batteries

Design and Testing of a Micromix Combustor With Recuperative Wall Cooling for a Hydrogen Fuelled μ-Scale Gas Turbine

A. E. Robinson, H. H.-W. Funke, P. Hendrick, R. Wagemakers

GT 2010; 587-596doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23453

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Cooling , Design , Gas turbines , Hydrogen , Testing , Combustion , Engineering prototypes , Flow (Dynamics) , Microscale devices

Recent Advances in High Temperature Ceramic Regenerators for Externally Fired Gas Turbines: Theoretical and Experimental Results

Alfonso Acun˜as, Jon Huete, Ibon Amallobieta

GT 2010; 597-604doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23806

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Topics: Ceramics , Gas turbines , High temperature , Turbines , Biomass , Design , Fuel gasification , Heat , Heat exchangers , Leakage

Oil and Gas Applications

Analyses of the Compressor Performance Impacts of Centrifugal Compressor Scroll Deformation Due to Installation

C. Xu, R. S. Amano

GT 2010; 605-617doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22015

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Topics: Compressors , Deformation , Computational fluid dynamics , Compression , Flow (Dynamics) , Geometry , Industrial gases , Pipes

Transient Pressure Loss in Compressor Station Piping Systems

Klaus Brun, Marybeth Nored, Dennis Tweten, Rainer Kurz

GT 2010; 619-630doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22017

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Topics: Compressors , Piping systems , Pressure , Transients (Dynamics) , Fluids , Pipes , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid structure interaction , Unsteady flow , Friction

Compressors in High Pressure Pipeline Applications

Rainer Kurz, Sebouh Ohanian, Klaus Brun

GT 2010; 631-640doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22018

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Topics: Compressors , High pressure (Physics) , Pipelines , Pressure , Carbon dioxide , Power density , Tradeoffs

Centrifugal Compressors During Fast Transients

Matthew Blieske, Augusto Garcia Hernandez, Rainer Kurz, Klaus Brun

GT 2010; 641-648doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22023

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Topics: Compressors , Transients (Dynamics) , Steady state , Flow (Dynamics) , Emergencies , Engineering simulation , Heat transfer , Scram , Simulation

Operating Experience on the First MS5002E Unit to Exceed 16000 Running Hours at Yara Sluiskil, Netherlands

Alessandro Russo, Annalisa Forte, Mariateresa Paci, Marco Rossi, Michele D’Ercole, Tommaso Olivieri, Maurizio Ciofini, Marco van Graefschepe

GT 2010; 649-656doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22113

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Topics: Condition monitoring , Design , Electricity (Physics) , Emissions , Engines , Fertilizers , Gas turbines , Generators , Inspection , Internet

Study of a Two-Phase Flow Pump and Separator System

Franc¸ois Gruselle, Johan Steimes, Patrick Hendrick

GT 2010; 657-666doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22162

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Pumps , Separation (Technology) , Two-phase flow

Aero-Thermodynamic Investigation of Sub-Synchronous Vibrations in a Centrifugal Compressor

Tarun Dhall, Dorin I. Scheianu

GT 2010; 667-672doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22422

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Topics: Compressors , Vibration , Machinery , Rotors , Bearings , Monitoring systems , Pressure , Reliability

Set Up of an Experimental Facility for the Investigation of Wet Compression on a Multistage Compressor

R. Bettocchi, M. Morini, M. Pinelli, P. R. Spina, M. Venturini, G. Torsello

GT 2010; 673-683doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22451

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Gas turbines , Drops , Erosion , Flow (Dynamics) , Test facilities , Water

Performance Deterioration of Intake Air Filters for Gas Turbines in Offshore Installations

Olaf Brekke, Lars E. Bakken

GT 2010; 685-694doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22454

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Topics: Air filters , Gas turbines , Offshore installations , Filters , Pressure , Compressors , Filtration , Corrosion , Erosion , Ocean engineering

Accelerated Deterioration by Saltwater Ingestion in Gas Turbine Intake Air Filters

Olaf Brekke, Lars E. Bakken

GT 2010; 695-704doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22455

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Topics: Air filters , Gas turbines , Filters , Ocean engineering , Filtration , Ventilation , Air conditioning , Contamination , Engineering standards , Heating

Wet Gas Impeller Test Facility

Trond G. Gru¨ner, Lars E. Bakken

GT 2010; 705-712doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22618

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Topics: Impellers , Test facilities

Evaluation of Operating Range and Performance of Supersonic Ejector Using Mean-Line Approach

Yuri Biba

GT 2010; 713-719doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22768

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Topics: Ejectors , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Suction , Compression , Diffusers , Nozzles , Turbines

Dynamic Simulation of Gas Turbine Fuel Gas Supply System During Transient Operations

Babak Afzali, Hassan Karimi, Ehsan Tahmasebi

GT 2010; 721-732doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23097

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Topics: Gas turbines , Gaseous fuels , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Valves , Flow (Dynamics) , Hydraulic circuits , Pipes , Pistons , Gas flow

Risk Analysis of Gas Turbines for Natural Gas Liquefaction

Raja S. R. Khan, Maria Chiara Lagana, Steven O. T. Ogaji, Pericles Pilidis, Ian Bennett

GT 2010; 733-743doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23261

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Topics: Gas turbines , Liquefaction , Natural gas , Risk analysis , Engines , Risk , Risk assessment , Downtime , Liquefied natural gas , Firing

Numerical Analysis of the Effects of Non-Uniform Surface Roughness on Compressor Stage Performance

Mirko Morini, Michele Pinelli, Pier Ruggero Spina, Mauro Venturini

GT 2010; 745-753doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23291

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Topics: Compressors , Numerical analysis , Surface roughness , Blades , Turbines , Computer simulation , Fluids , Gas turbines , Rotors , Stators

Optimizing Maintenance for Multi-Unit Industrial Gas Turbine Installations

Markus Bohlin, Mathias Wa¨rja

GT 2010; 755-764doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23398

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Topics: Industrial gases , Maintenance , Turbines , Gas turbines , Optimization , Inspection , Assembly lines , Compressors , Computer software , Condition monitoring

An Approach to Compact, Wet Gas Compression

Jose´ L. Gilarranz R., H. Allan Kidd, Gocha Chochua, William C. Maier

GT 2010; 765-776doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23447

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Topics: Compression , Compressors , Weight (Mass) , Coolers , Electric motors , Seabed , Separation (Technology) , Trains , Vapors

Impulse Testing and Blade Load Simulation Tools to Estimate Cyclic Stress Life in Blades and Impellers

Harold R. Simmons, Timothy C. Allison

GT 2010; 777-787doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23745

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Failure analysis , Impellers , Impulse (Physics) , Simulation , Stress , Testing

Upgrading the Performance of a Centrifugal Barrel Compressor Family

Jonathan Bygrave, Alfonso Villanueva, Ronald Enos, Anthony Saladino, David Serrino, William Prosser

GT 2010; 789-802doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23767

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Topics: Compressors , Impellers , Flow (Dynamics) , Mach number , Pipelines , Testing

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Optimal Performance of a Modified Three-Blade Savonius Turbine Using Frontal Guiding Plates

Mohamed H. Mohamed, Ga´bor Janiga, Eleme´r Pap, Dominique The´venin

GT 2010; 803-812doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22538

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Topics: Blades , Evolutionary algorithms , Optimization , Plates (structures) , Savonius wind turbines , Wind energy

Performance Analysis of a Wind Powered Gas Storage System

Gianmario L. Arnulfi, Martino Marini

GT 2010; 813-822doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22638

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Topics: Storage , Wind , Compressors , Electric motors , Gas turbines , Machinery , Natural gas , Pressure , Reservoirs , Turbochargers

Fast CFD Simulation of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines

Fabio De Bellis, Luciano A. Catalano, Andrea Dadone

GT 2010; 823-835doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-22724

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Wind turbines , Blades , Computer simulation , Computer software , Mesh generation , Optimization

Kinematical Analysis of a Novel Transmission Mechanism With Steady-Speed Output for Variable Speed Wind Turbines

Guan-Shyong Hwang, Der-Min Tsay, Jao-Hwa Kuang, Tzuen-Lih Chern

GT 2010; 837-844doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23207

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Topics: Wind turbines , Control equipment , Engineering prototypes , Generators , Planetary gears , Trains , Turbines , Wind energy systems

The Effect of Distributed Roughness on the Power Performance of Wind Turbines

G. Pechlivanoglou, S. Fuehr, C. N. Nayeri, C. O. Paschereit

GT 2010; 845-855doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23258

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Topics: Surface roughness , Wind turbines , Airfoils , Boundary element methods , Computer simulation , Energy generation , Engineering simulation , Manufacturing , Shapes , Simulation

Effect of Blade Inclination Angle on a Darrieus Wind Turbine

Marco Raciti Castelli, Ernesto Benini

GT 2010; 857-869doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23332

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Topics: Blades , Wind turbines , Rotors , Aerodynamics , Architecture , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Computer software , Design , Drag (Fluid dynamics)

Full Scale Wind Turbine Flowfield Measurements Using a 7-Sensor Fast Response Probe

M. Mansour, G. Kocer, C. Lenherr, N. Chokani, R. S. Abhari

GT 2010; 871-882doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23425

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Topics: Probes , Sensors , Wind turbines , Unmanned aerial vehicles , Wind , Blades , Measurement systems , Rotors , Aircraft , Boundary layers

Semi-Empirical Methods for the Analysis of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines With Helical Blades

Martino Marini, Renato Gazzano, Antonio Satta

GT 2010; 883-890doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23460

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Topics: Blades , Vertical axis wind turbines , Airfoils , Cities , Computational fluid dynamics , Geometry , Machinery , Rotors

Aerodynamic Measurements on a Vertical Axis Wind Turbine in a Large Scale Wind Tunnel

L. Battisti, L. Zanne, S. Dell’Anna, V. Dossena, B. Paradiso, G. Persico

GT 2010; 891-900doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23512

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Topics: Vertical axis wind turbines , Wind tunnels , Flow (Dynamics) , Rotors , Turbines , Aerodynamics , Engineering design processes , Experimental analysis , Fluids , Horizontal axis wind turbines

Testing Rotating Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Blade Designs in a Laboratory Wind Tunnel

Kenneth W. Van Treuren, Jason R. Gregg

GT 2010; 901-909doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23575

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Topics: Blades , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Testing , Wind tunnels , Wind turbines , Pumps , Design , Machinery , Reynolds number , Surface roughness

Acoustic Analysis of the NREL Phase VI Wind Turbine

Kirsten Ranft, Ali A. Ameri, J. Iwan D. Alexander, Edmane Envia

GT 2010; 911-922doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23785

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Topics: Acoustics , Wind turbines , Blades , Flow (Dynamics) , Noise (Sound) , Aerodynamic noise , Chords (Trusses) , Computation , Resolution (Optics) , Rotation

Thick Airfoils With Blunt Trailing Edge for Wind Turbine Blades

C. P. van Dam, A. Cooperman, A. McLennan, R. Chow, J. Baker

GT 2010; 923-931doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23786

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Topics: Airfoils , Blades , Wind turbines , Rotors , Design , Performance characterization , Shapes , Boundary layers , Computational fluid dynamics , Drag (Fluid dynamics)

Numerical Simulations of the Aerodynamics of Circulation Control Wind Turbines Under Yawed Flow Conditions

Lakshmi N. Sankar, Chanin Tongchitpakdee, Mina Zaki, Robert Englar

GT 2010; 933-941doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/GT2010-23789

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Wind turbines , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Jets , Wind , Control systems , Renewable energy , Rotors

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