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ASME 2016 Power Conference collocated with the ASME 2016 10th International Conference on Energy Sustainability and the ASME 2016 14th International Conference on Fuel Cell Science, Engineering and Technology

June 26–30, 2016

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

Conference Sponsors:

ISBN:

978-0-7918-5021-3

In This Volume

Boilers and Heat Recovery Steam Generators (4)
Combustion Turbines (7)
Fuels, Combustion and Material Handling (13)
Heat Exchangers, Condensers, Cooling Systems, and Balance-of-Plant (10)
Plant Operations, Reliability, and Performance (10)
Posters (3)
Regulatory, Codes, and Standards Compliance (1)
Renewables: Solar, Wind, Hydro, and Geothermal (20)
Steam Turbine-Generators, Electric Generators, Transformers, Switchgears, Electric BOP and Auxiliaries (6)
Student Competition (8)
Thermal Hydraulics and CFD (13)

ASME 2016 Power Conference

Boilers and Heat Recovery Steam Generators

Thermal Performance and Stress Monitoring of Power Boiler

Jan Taler, Bohdan Węglowski, Tomasz Sobota, Dawid Taler, Marcin Trojan, Piotr Dzierwa, Magdalena Jaremkiewicz, Marcin Pilarczyk

POWER 2016; V001T01A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59082

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View Articletitled, Thermal Performance and Stress Monitoring of Power Boiler

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Topics: Boilers , Flow (Dynamics) , Furnaces , Heat , Stress , Superheaters , Water tube boilers

Increasing Load Flexibility and Plant Dynamics of Thermal Power via the Implementation of Thermal Energy Storages

Peter Steiner, Karl Schwaiger, Markus Haider, Heimo Walter, Martin Hämmerle

POWER 2016; V001T01A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59181

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View Articletitled, Increasing Load Flexibility and Plant Dynamics of Thermal Power via the Implementation of Thermal Energy Storages

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Topics: Dynamics (Mechanics) , Stress , Thermal energy , Particulate matter , Power grids , Power stations , Renewable energy sources , Thermal power stations

Comparisons of Aqueous Surfactant Solutions for Nucleate Pool Boiling

Birce Dikici, Basim Q. A. Al-Sukaini

POWER 2016; V001T01A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59351

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View Articletitled, Comparisons of Aqueous Surfactant Solutions for Nucleate Pool Boiling

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Topics: Nucleate pool boiling , Surfactants , Boiling , Water , Bubbles , Heat transfer , Collapse , Heat transfer coefficients , Sodium , Visualization

Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement With Structured Surfaces

Birce Dikici, Basim Q. A. Al-Sukaini

POWER 2016; V001T01A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59364

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View Articletitled, Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement With Structured Surfaces

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Topics: Heat transfer , Pool boiling , Heat transfer coefficients , Bubbles , Heat , Shapes , Temperature , Atmospheric pressure , Boiling , Cooling

Combustion Turbines

Producing the World’s Finest Heat Engine

Bernard L. Koff

POWER 2016; V001T02A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59103

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View Articletitled, Producing the World’s Finest Heat Engine

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Topics: Heat engines , Design , Aircraft propulsion , Durability , Energy efficiency , Energy generation , Engineering disciplines , Engines , Gas turbines , Innovation

Efficiency Optimization of Four Gas Turbine Power Plant Configurations

Sultan Almodarra, Abdullah Alabdulkarem

POWER 2016; V001T02A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59157

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View Articletitled, Efficiency Optimization of Four Gas Turbine Power Plant Configurations

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Topics: Gas turbines , Optimization , Power stations , Waste heat , Combined cycles , Combustion chambers , Emissions , Thermal power stations , Carbon dioxide , Combined cycle power stations

Application of Ramberg-Osgood Plasticity to Determine Cyclic Hardening Parameters

Thomas Bouchenot, Bassem Felemban, Cristian Mejia, Ali P. Gordon

POWER 2016; V001T02A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59317

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View Articletitled, Application of Ramberg-Osgood Plasticity to Determine Cyclic Hardening Parameters

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Topics: Hardening , Plasticity , Constitutive equations , Creep , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Temperature , Alloys , Approximation , Energy generation

Effect of Blade Deflection Angles, Pressure Drop, Flow and Work Co-Efficients on Stage Performance of a Gas Turbine Shrouded HP Compressor Blade

Vinayaka Nagarajaiah, Nilotpal Banerjee, B. S. Ajay Kumar, Kumar K. Gowda

POWER 2016; V001T02A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59328

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View Articletitled, Effect of Blade Deflection Angles, Pressure Drop, Flow and Work Co-Efficients on Stage Performance of a Gas Turbine Shrouded HP Compressor Blade

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Deflection , Flow (Dynamics) , Gas turbines , Pressure drop , Creep , Diffusion (Physics) , Rotors , Design

Design Optimization of T-Root Geometry of a Gas Engine HP Compressor Rotor Blade for Lifing the Blade Against Fretting Failure

Kumar K. Gowda, S. L. Ajit Prasad, Vinayaka Nagarajaiah

POWER 2016; V001T02A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59331

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View Articletitled, Design Optimization of T-Root Geometry of a Gas Engine HP Compressor Rotor Blade for Lifing the Blade Against Fretting Failure

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Design , Engines , Failure , Geometry , Optimization , Rotors , Stress , Dimensions

Transient Stress Analysis and High Cycle Fatigue Life Estimation of a Gas Turbine Shrouded HP Compressor Blade

Vinayaka Nagarajaiah, Nilotpal Banerjee, B. S. Ajay Kumar, Kumar K. Gowda, Tulsidas Dalappa

POWER 2016; V001T02A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59336

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View Articletitled, Transient Stress Analysis and High Cycle Fatigue Life Estimation of a Gas Turbine Shrouded HP Compressor Blade

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Gas turbines , High cycle fatigue , Stress analysis (Engineering) , Transients (Dynamics) , Finite element analysis , Stress , Cycles , Design

Gas Turbine Common Issues, Failure Investigations, Root Cause Analyses, and Preventative Actions

Stephen Garner, Zuhair Ibrahim

POWER 2016; V001T02A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59352

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View Articletitled, Gas Turbine Common Issues, Failure Investigations, Root Cause Analyses, and Preventative Actions

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Topics: Failure , Gas turbines , Preventive actions , Root cause analysis , Control systems , Compressors , Failure mode and effects analysis , Hazards , Internal combustion engines , Reliability

Fuels, Combustion and Material Handling

Burning Methanol and its Blends Attractive Alternative for Emission Reduction

B. Chudnovsky, D. Livshits, S. Baitel

POWER 2016; V001T03A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59025

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View Articletitled, Burning Methanol and its Blends Attractive Alternative for Emission Reduction

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Topics: Combustion , Emissions , Methanol , Fuels , Nitrogen oxides , Boilers , Diesel , Heat , Fuel oils , Diesel engines

Theoretical Study on Chemical-Kinetic Characteristics of Oxy-Coal Mild Combustion

Ruochen Liu, Enke An, Kun Wu

POWER 2016; V001T03A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59032

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View Articletitled, Theoretical Study on Chemical-Kinetic Characteristics of Oxy-Coal Mild Combustion

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Topics: Coal , Combustion , Oxygen , Flames , Temperature , Benzene , Chemical reactions , High temperature , Oxidation , Reaction rate constants

Simulation and Validation of Hydrogen Production From Hydrogen Sulfide Pyrolysis

J. Commenges, A. M. El-Melih, A. K. Gupta

POWER 2016; V001T03A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59036

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View Articletitled, Simulation and Validation of Hydrogen Production From Hydrogen Sulfide Pyrolysis

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Topics: Hydrogen , Hydrogen production , Pyrolysis , Simulation , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Sulfur , Chemical reactions , Computer simulation , Equilibrium (Physics)

Role of Catalyst in Solid Biomass Gasification

K. G. Burra, A. K. Gupta

POWER 2016; V001T03A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59039

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View Articletitled, Role of Catalyst in Solid Biomass Gasification

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Topics: Biomass , Catalysts , Fuel gasification , Carbon dioxide , Gases , Methane , Alkali metals , Energy recovery , Energy sustainability , Fuels

Role of Fuel Injection Scheme in a High Intensity Combustor

Ahmed O. Said, Ashwani K. Gupta

POWER 2016; V001T03A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59043

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View Articletitled, Role of Fuel Injection Scheme in a High Intensity Combustor

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Topics: Combustion chambers , Fuels , Ejectors , Emissions , Combustion , Stress , Air flow , Gates (Closures) , Heat , Ignition

Fuel Property Effects on the Fate of Volume Distributed Combustion

Ahmed E. E. Khalil, Ashwani K. Gupta

POWER 2016; V001T03A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59050

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View Articletitled, Fuel Property Effects on the Fate of Volume Distributed Combustion

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Topics: Combustion , Fuels , Emissions , Oxygen , Temperature , Combustion chambers , Gases , Methane , Carbon dioxide , Hydrogen

Combustion and Emissions Characteristics of a Brassica Carinata FAME and N-Butanol Blend

Martin Muinos, Spencer Harp, Benoit Kindo, Remi Gaubert, Valentin Soloiu

POWER 2016; V001T03A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59397

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View Articletitled, Combustion and Emissions Characteristics of a Brassica Carinata FAME and N-Butanol Blend

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Topics: Combustion , Emissions , Biodiesel , Computer-aided design , Fuels , Heat , Nitrogen oxides , Diesel , Diesel engines , Diffusion (Physics)

Indirect Combustion Technology With Renewable Non-Edible Transesterified Oil Feedstock

Valentin Soloiu, Jose Moncada, Tyler Naes, Martin Muiños, Spencer Harp

POWER 2016; V001T03A008https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59398

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View Articletitled, Indirect Combustion Technology With Renewable Non-Edible Transesterified Oil Feedstock

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Topics: Combustion technologies , Feedstock , Biodiesel , Engines , Heat , Nitrogen oxides , Brakes , Combustion , Computer-aided design , Convection

Wet Partial Oxidation of JP8 in a Well-Insulated Reactor

Richard Scenna, Ashwani K. Gupta

POWER 2016; V001T03A009https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59515

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View Articletitled, Wet Partial Oxidation of JP8 in a Well-Insulated Reactor

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Topics: Oxidation , Carbon , Steam , Hydrogen , Coke , Computer simulation , Flames , Fuel cells , Methane , Oxygen

Assessment the Safety of Alternative Aviation Fuels in Aero-Engine

Ziyu Liu, Xiaoyi Yang, Shuiting Ding

POWER 2016; V001T03A010https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59520

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View Articletitled, Assessment the Safety of Alternative Aviation Fuels in Aero-Engine

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Topics: Aircraft engines , Aviation , Fuels , Safety , Engines , Petroleum , Testing , Turbines , Acceptance criteria

Investigation of Flame Height From Multiple Liquefied Natural Gas Fire

T. C. Ho, S. C. Fu, Christopher Y. H. Chao

POWER 2016; V001T03A011https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59567

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View Articletitled, Investigation of Flame Height From Multiple Liquefied Natural Gas Fire

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Topics: Fire , Flames , Liquefied natural gas , Jets , Temperature , Engineering simulation , Numerical analysis , Resolution (Optics) , Separation (Technology) , Shapes

Measurements of Hydrogen Enriched Combustion of Jet Fuel in Open Flame

Michael Seibert, Sen Nieh

POWER 2016; V001T03A012https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59591

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View Articletitled, Measurements of Hydrogen Enriched Combustion of Jet Fuel in Open Flame

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Topics: Combustion , Flames , Hydrogen , Jet fuels , Fuels , Emissions , Density , Diesel engines , Flow (Dynamics) , Generators

Experimental and Numerical Investigation of a Prototype Low NOx Gas Turbine Burner

Atanu Kundu, Jens Klingmann, Arman Ahamed Subash, Robert Collin

POWER 2016; V001T03A013https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59592

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View Articletitled, Experimental and Numerical Investigation of a Prototype Low NOx Gas Turbine Burner

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Topics: Engineering prototypes , Gas turbines , Nitrogen oxides , Flames , Computational fluid dynamics , Emissions , Temperature , Combustion , Combustion systems , Flow (Dynamics)

Heat Exchangers, Condensers, Cooling Systems, and Balance-of-Plant

Guidelines and Techniques for the Effective Control of Condensate Dissolved Oxygen in Steam Surface Condensers

Darren M. Nightingale

POWER 2016; V001T04A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59004

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View Articletitled, Guidelines and Techniques for the Effective Control of Condensate Dissolved Oxygen in Steam Surface Condensers

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Topics: Condensed matter , Condensers (steam plant) , Oxygen , Steam , Corrosion , Design , Failure , Maintenance , Power stations

Evacuation Systems for Steam Surface Condensers: Vacuum Pumps or Steam Jet Air Ejectors?

Ranga Nadig

POWER 2016; V001T04A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59067

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View Articletitled, Evacuation Systems for Steam Surface Condensers: Vacuum Pumps or Steam Jet Air Ejectors?

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Ejectors , Evacuations , Steam , Vacuum pumps , Steam turbines , Pressure , Design , Atmospheric pressure , Electric motors

Dry Air Turbo-Compression Cooling

Todd M. Bandhauer, Shane D. Garland

POWER 2016; V001T04A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59152

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View Articletitled, Dry Air Turbo-Compression Cooling

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Topics: Compression , Cooling , Turbochargers , Compressors , Heat exchangers , Waste heat , Condensers (steam plant) , Cycles , Evaporative cooling , Power stations

Dynamic Modeling and Experimental Analysis of Induced Draft Cooling Tower

Ehsan M. Languri, Pallavi P. Patil, Glenn Cunningham, Albert Welch, Anthony Loftis

POWER 2016; V001T04A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59155

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View Articletitled, Dynamic Modeling and Experimental Analysis of Induced Draft Cooling Tower

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Topics: Cooling towers , Dynamic modeling , Experimental analysis , Water , Energy consumption , Air flow , Cooling , Dynamic models , Energy efficiency , Flow (Dynamics)

The Science Behind Eddy Current and Remote Field Testing: For Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubing

Christopher Van Name, Gary Fischer, James Kocher

POWER 2016; V001T04A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59273

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View Articletitled, The Science Behind Eddy Current and Remote Field Testing: For Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubing

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Eddies (Fluid dynamics) , Eddy currents (Electricity) , Heat exchangers , Testing , Tubing , Nondestructive evaluation , Damage , Wear , Construction

Development of a Ceramic Heat Exchanger for Application as Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Cathode Air Preheater

José Luis Córdova, Hooshang Heshmat

POWER 2016; V001T04A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59333

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View Articletitled, Development of a Ceramic Heat Exchanger for Application as Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Cathode Air Preheater

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Topics: Ceramics , Heat exchangers , Solid oxide fuel cells , Heat , Alloys , Design , Heat transfer , Metals , Pressure , Pressure drop

Experimental Study on the Heat Transfer Enhancement by the Combination of Transverse Groove Tube and Twisted Tape Inserts

Miao Gui, Qincheng Bi, Yajun Guo

POWER 2016; V001T04A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59449

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View Articletitled, Experimental Study on the Heat Transfer Enhancement by the Combination of Transverse Groove Tube and Twisted Tape Inserts

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Topics: Heat transfer , Entropy , Flow (Dynamics) , Friction , Heat exchangers , Reynolds number , Shells

Planning the Field Construction Phase of Feedwater Heater Replacement Projects: Lessons From the Gibson 3G1/3G2 Feedwater Heaters Replacement

Andrew Rister

POWER 2016; V001T04A008https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59509

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View Articletitled, Planning the Field Construction Phase of Feedwater Heater Replacement Projects: Lessons From the Gibson 3G1/3G2 Feedwater Heaters Replacement

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Topics: Construction , Feedwater , Design , Manufacturing , Stress , Welding

Influence of Rotational Speed on Thermal Performance of Tri-Sector Rotary Regenerative Air Preheater

Xun Chen, Xue-nong Duan, Li-min Wang, Yi Yang, Dun-dun Wang, Yi-ping Chen, Guang-ming Zhu, De-fu Che

POWER 2016; V001T04A009https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59551

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View Articletitled, Influence of Rotational Speed on Thermal Performance of Tri-Sector Rotary Regenerative Air Preheater

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Topics: Cooling , Equilibrium (Physics) , Finite difference methods , Fluids , Fuel gasification , Heat transfer , Heating , Metals , Rotation , Rotors

Retracted: “Benchmark Thermodynamic Modelling Comparison of a Novel Modular Air-Cooled Condenser With Current Dry-Cooling Methodologies” [ASME 2016 Power Conference collocated with the ASME 2016 10th International Conference on Energy Sustainability and the ASME 2016 14th International Conference on Fuel Cell Science, Engineering and Technology, ASME 2016 Power Conference, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, June 26–30, 2016, Conference Sponsors: Power Division, Advanced Energy Systems Division, Solar Energy Division, Nuclear Engineering Division, ISBN: 978-0-7918-5021-3. Paper No. POWER2016-59589, pp. V001T04A010; 9 pages; doi:10.1115/POWER2016-59589]

ASME

POWER 2016; V001T04A010https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59589

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View Articletitled, Retracted: “Benchmark Thermodynamic Modelling Comparison of a Novel Modular Air-Cooled Condenser With Current Dry-Cooling Methodologies” [ASME 2016 Power Conference collocated with the ASME 2016 10th International Conference on Energy Sustainability and the ASME 2016 14th International Conference on Fuel Cell Science, Engineering and Technology, ASME 2016 Power Conference, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, June 26–30, 2016, Conference Sponsors: Power Division, Advanced Energy Systems Division, Solar Energy Division, Nuclear Engineering Division, ISBN: 978-0-7918-5021-3. Paper No. POWER2016-59589, pp. V001T04A010; 9 pages; doi:10.1115/POWER2016-59589]

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Topics: Advanced Energy Systems Division , Condensers (steam plant) , Cooling , Energy sustainability , Fuel cell technology , Modeling , Nuclear engineering , Solar energy

Plant Operations, Reliability, and Performance

On-Line Performance Monitoring and Diagnostics for Large Combined Cycle Power Plant

B. Chudnovsky, L. Levin, A. Talanker, V. Mankovsky, A. Kunin

POWER 2016; V001T05A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59020

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View Articletitled, On-Line Performance Monitoring and Diagnostics for Large Combined Cycle Power Plant

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Topics: Combined cycle power stations , Power stations , Gas turbines , Combined cycles , Heat , Heat recovery steam generators , Maintenance , Reliability , Steam turbines , Boilers

Challenges in Meeting the Electricity Needs of South Africa

Joseph Roy-Aikins

POWER 2016; V001T05A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59085

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View Articletitled, Challenges in Meeting the Electricity Needs of South Africa

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Topics: Delays , Emissions , Erosion , Governments , Maintenance , Plant maintenance , Polishing equipment , Power stations , Power systems (Machinery) , Security

Computational Fluid Dynamics Modelling for the Prediction of NOx in a Waste Gas Boiler

Adam Blackmore, Jennifer Woloshyn, Duane Baker

POWER 2016; V001T05A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59115

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View Articletitled, Computational Fluid Dynamics Modelling for the Prediction of NOx in a Waste Gas Boiler

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Topics: Boilers , Computational fluid dynamics , Modeling , Nitrogen oxides , Emissions , Flames

Operational Reliability and Modernization of Refineries in Mexico: How?, Why? and Where?

Luis Ivan Ruiz Flores, Rafael Castellanos Bustamante, Jorge Guillermo Calderon Guizar

POWER 2016; V001T05A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59146

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View Articletitled, Operational Reliability and Modernization of Refineries in Mexico: How?, Why? and Where?

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Topics: Reliability , Electrical components , Damage , Electronic systems , Engineering standards , Fuels , Generators , Safety , Security

Generalized Regeneration Theory and its Energy Saving and Emission Reduction Effects on Coal-Fired Power Generation

Weizhong Feng

POWER 2016; V001T05A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59166

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View Articletitled, Generalized Regeneration Theory and its Energy Saving and Emission Reduction Effects on Coal-Fired Power Generation

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Topics: Coal , Emissions , Energy generation , Boilers , Power stations , Combustion , Pressure , Stress , Temperature , Climate change

The Application of Smart, Connected Power Plant Assets for Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Improving Equipment Reliability

Michael Reid, Bernie Cook

POWER 2016; V001T05A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59189

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View Articletitled, The Application of Smart, Connected Power Plant Assets for Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Improving Equipment Reliability

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Topics: Condition monitoring , Power stations , Reliability , Maintenance , Coal , Uncertainty , Computer software , Failure , Combustion , Corrective actions

Nash Equilibrium of a Retail Electricity Market With a High Penetration of Small Renewable Suppliers

Saeed Azad, Ehsan Ghotbi

POWER 2016; V001T05A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59388

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View Articletitled, Nash Equilibrium of a Retail Electricity Market With a High Penetration of Small Renewable Suppliers

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Topics: Equilibrium (Physics) , Dynamic models , Fluctuations (Physics) , Internet , Stress

Techniques for Developing an ASME RAM Program

Brian Wodka

POWER 2016; V001T05A008https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59441

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View Articletitled, Techniques for Developing an ASME RAM Program

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Topics: Maintainability , Power stations , Reliability

Performance Analyze of Ultra-Low Emission of Thermal Power Generation Based on Multi-Objective Optimization

Xiaoen Li, Ningling Wang, Yumeng Zhang, Yongping Yang

POWER 2016; V001T05A009https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59583

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View Articletitled, Performance Analyze of Ultra-Low Emission of Thermal Power Generation Based on Multi-Objective Optimization

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Topics: Emissions , Pareto optimization , Thermal energy , Pollution , Coal , Power stations , Support vector machines , Algorithms , Boundary-value problems , Design

Cross Compound Turbine Generator Unit With Elevated and Conventional Turbine Layouts

Weizhong Feng

POWER 2016; V001T05A010https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59720

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View Articletitled, Cross Compound Turbine Generator Unit With Elevated and Conventional Turbine Layouts

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Topics: Turbines , Turbogenerators , Design , Coal , Electric power generation , Heat losses , High temperature , Manufacturing , Pipes , Power stations

Posters

Exergetic and Economic Analysis of Subcooling and Superheating Effect on Vapor Compression Refrigeration System

A. Sinan Karakurt, Umit Gunes, Yasin Ust

POWER 2016; V001T06A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59492

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View Articletitled, Exergetic and Economic Analysis of Subcooling and Superheating Effect on Vapor Compression Refrigeration System

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Topics: Compression , Economic analysis , Refrigeration , Subcooling , Superheating , Vapors , Temperature , Compressors , Condensers (steam plant) , Energy consumption

Experimental Exploration of a Small Scale Pneumatically Pumped Thermal Storage System

Inri Rodriguez, Jesus Cerda, Daniel S. Codd

POWER 2016; V001T06A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59566

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View Articletitled, Experimental Exploration of a Small Scale Pneumatically Pumped Thermal Storage System

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Topics: Thermal energy storage , Air flow , Engineering prototypes , High temperature , Storage tanks , Testing , Additive manufacturing , Concentrating solar power , Cycles , Design

Analytical Study of the Effects of Grid Resistance on Grid-Connected PV Systems: Modeling and Simulation

S. F. Al-Gahtani, R. M. Nelms

POWER 2016; V001T06A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59614

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View Articletitled, Analytical Study of the Effects of Grid Resistance on Grid-Connected PV Systems: Modeling and Simulation

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Topics: Modeling , Photovoltaic power systems , Simulation , Renewable energy , Power systems (Machinery)

Regulatory, Codes, and Standards Compliance

Code Compliance in a Rapidly Changing Industry: Data Centers and the Development of BSR/ASHRAE Standard 90.4P

Dan Comperchio, Sameer Behere

POWER 2016; V001T07A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59665

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View Articletitled, Code Compliance in a Rapidly Changing Industry: Data Centers and the Development of BSR/ASHRAE Standard 90.4P

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Topics: Data centers , Bifurcation , Commercial construction , Cycles

Renewables: Solar, Wind, Hydro, and Geothermal

Feasibility Study of the Use of Ground-Coupled Condensers in Industrial Thermal Management

Ehsan M. Languri, Glenn Cunningham, Jie Cui, Stephen Idem

POWER 2016; V001T08A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59074

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View Articletitled, Feasibility Study of the Use of Ground-Coupled Condensers in Industrial Thermal Management

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Thermal management , Heat , Cooling , Cooling systems , Design , Heat exchangers , Heat sinks , Pipes , Power stations

Simulation of Tethered Underwater Kites: Three Dimensional Trajectories for Power Generation

Amirmahdi Ghasemi, David J. Olinger, Gretar Tryggvason

POWER 2016; V001T08A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59141

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View Articletitled, Simulation of Tethered Underwater Kites: Three Dimensional Trajectories for Power Generation

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Topics: Energy generation , Simulation , Cable reels , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid-dynamic forces , Tension , Airfoils , Generators , Hooke's law

A Numerical Study on the Performance of Fixed Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter at Steep Waves

Morteza Anbarsooz, Ali Faramarzi, Amirmahdi Ghasemi

POWER 2016; V001T08A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59142

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View Articletitled, A Numerical Study on the Performance of Fixed Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter at Steep Waves

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Topics: Water , Wave energy converters , Waves , Absorption , Nonlinear waves , Damping , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer software , Engineering simulation , Fluids

The Straight-Bladed Morphing Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

David MacPhee, Asfaw Beyene

POWER 2016; V001T08A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59192

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View Articletitled, The Straight-Bladed Morphing Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

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Topics: Vertical axis wind turbines , Blades , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Turbines , Design , Engineering simulation , Fluids , Geometry , Simulation , Torque

Numerical Investigation of Novel Design of Savonius Blade Geometries for Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines

Mosfequr Rahman, Travis Salyers, Emile Maroha, Mahbub Ahmed, Sirajus Salekeen

POWER 2016; V001T08A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59210

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View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Novel Design of Savonius Blade Geometries for Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines

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Topics: Blades , Design , Savonius wind turbines , Vertical axis wind turbines , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Wind , Cities , Computer simulation , Energy conversion , Engineering simulation

Analysis of a Renewable Energy Based System Using Nanofluids for Power Generation

Adnan Alashkar, Mohamed Gadalla

POWER 2016; V001T08A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59235

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View Articletitled, Analysis of a Renewable Energy Based System Using Nanofluids for Power Generation

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Topics: Energy generation , Nanofluids , Renewable energy , Storage , Nanoparticles , Cycles , Rankine cycle , Copper , Fluids , Heating

Performance Evaluation of a Novel Small Wind Turbine: UAE Case Study

Sayem Zafar, Mohamed Gadalla, Mohammad Ismail Al-Naiser

POWER 2016; V001T08A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59242

Abstract

View Articletitled, Performance Evaluation of a Novel Small Wind Turbine: UAE Case Study

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Topics: Performance evaluation , Wind turbines , Wind velocity , Blades , Electrical efficiency , Electricity (Physics) , Airfoils , Energy generation , Generators , Wind power

Numerical Modeling of Liquid-to-Vapor Phase Change in Porous Medium Under Solar Heat Localization

Hamidreza Ghasemi Bahraseman, Ehsan Mohseni Languri

POWER 2016; V001T08A008https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59259

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Modeling of Liquid-to-Vapor Phase Change in Porous Medium Under Solar Heat Localization

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Topics: Computer simulation , Porous materials , Solar heating , Vapors , Evaporation , Solar energy , Steam , Computer-aided design , Fluid dynamics , Water

Site Characterization and the Aerodynamics of an Offshore Wind Power Plant: Statistical, Numerical and Analytical Approaches

J. Agbormbai, M. Yu, W. D. Zhu

POWER 2016; V001T08A009https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59303

Abstract

View Articletitled, Site Characterization and the Aerodynamics of an Offshore Wind Power Plant: Statistical, Numerical and Analytical Approaches

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Analytical methods , Ocean engineering , Wind farms , Blades , Wind , Wind velocity , Errors , Rotors , Statistical distributions

Assessment of Power Consumption of an Electrodynamic Dust Shield to Clean Solar Panels

Jennifer K. W. Chesnutt, Bing Guo, Chang-Yu Wu

POWER 2016; V001T08A010https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59371

Abstract

View Articletitled, Assessment of Power Consumption of an Electrodynamic Dust Shield to Clean Solar Panels

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Topics: Dust , Energy consumption , Solar energy , Particulate matter , Collisions (Physics) , Dielectric materials , Discrete element methods , Electrodes , Particle size , Simulation

An Integrated Design Approach of Local Control System of a Linear Drive Single Facet Heliostat

M. M. Nageb, A. A. El-Samahy, M. A. Rady, A. M. A. Amin, R. H. Abd El-Hamid, David Olasolo

POWER 2016; V001T08A011https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59375

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Integrated Design Approach of Local Control System of a Linear Drive Single Facet Heliostat

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Topics: Control systems , Design , Screws , Actuators , Solar power stations , Control equipment , Design methodology , Dynamic models , Engines , Errors

Design of a Partial Admission Turbine for an Organic Rankine Cycle With Environmental Fluctuation Consideration

Hooshang Heshmat, Andrew Hunsberger, James F. Walton, II

POWER 2016; V001T08A012https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59386

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design of a Partial Admission Turbine for an Organic Rankine Cycle With Environmental Fluctuation Consideration

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Topics: Design , Organic Rankine cycle , Turbines , Rotors , Bearings , Contamination , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineering prototypes , Fluids , Foil bearings

Generator Outages and Using Incentive Based Demand Response to Diminish Economic Impact

Ailin Asadinejad, Kevin Tomsovic

POWER 2016; V001T08A013https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59415

Abstract

View Articletitled, Generator Outages and Using Incentive Based Demand Response to Diminish Economic Impact

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Topics: Generators , Volatility , Public utilities , Reliability , Risk

Experimental Study on Thermal Storage Performance of Cylindrically Encapsulated PCM in a Cylindrical Storage Tank With Axial Flow

Chatura Wickramaratne, Francesca Moloney, Tolga Pirasaci, Rajeev Kamal, D. Y. Goswami, Elias Stefanakos, Jaspreet Dhau

POWER 2016; V001T08A014https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59427

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Study on Thermal Storage Performance of Cylindrically Encapsulated PCM in a Cylindrical Storage Tank With Axial Flow

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Topics: Axial flow , Storage tanks , Thermal energy storage , Cycles , Energy efficiency , Energy storage , Exergy , Heat , Latent heat , Phase change materials

Cost Performance Tradeoff Study of Wind Systems: Grid-Scale Storage

Navid Goudarzi, John Rudesill, Alex Pavlak

POWER 2016; V001T08A015https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59461

Abstract

View Articletitled, Cost Performance Tradeoff Study of Wind Systems: Grid-Scale Storage

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Topics: Storage , Tradeoffs , Wind , Emissions , Energy generation , Energy resources , Energy storage , Natural gas , Reliability , Security

Enhancement in Photovoltaic Performance of Dye Sensitized Solar Cells Using Cu and Cu:Ag Co-Doped TiO₂ Photoanode

Sehar Shakir, Hafiz M. Abd-ur-Rehman

POWER 2016; V001T08A016https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59477

Abstract

View Articletitled, Enhancement in Photovoltaic Performance of Dye Sensitized Solar Cells Using Cu and Cu:Ag Co-Doped TiO2 Photoanode

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Topics: Solar cells , Silver , Thin films , Blades , Copper , Crystals , Electrodes , Electrolytes , Light absorption , Nanoparticles

One-Dimensional and Three-Dimensional Numerical Optimization and Comparison of Single-Stage Supersonic and Dual-Stage Transonic Radial Inflow Turbines for the ORC

K. Rahbar, S. Mahmoud, R. K. Al-Dadah, N. Moazami

POWER 2016; V001T08A017https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59508

Abstract

View Articletitled, One-Dimensional and Three-Dimensional Numerical Optimization and Comparison of Single-Stage Supersonic and Dual-Stage Transonic Radial Inflow Turbines for the ORC

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Topics: Inflow , Optimization , Organic Rankine cycle , Turbines , Cycles , Thermal efficiency , Computational fluid dynamics , Shock waves , Fluids , Genetic algorithms

Revisiting Parabolic Trough Concentrators for Industrial Process Heat in the United States

Craig S. Turchi, Parthiv Kurup, Guangdong Zhu

POWER 2016; V001T08A018https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59621

Abstract

View Articletitled, Revisiting Parabolic Trough Concentrators for Industrial Process Heat in the United States

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Topics: Heat , Parabolic troughs , Solar energy , Natural gas , Design , Hardware , Heat exchangers , Manufacturing , Pipes , Solar collectors

Mechanical Stress Optimisation in a Directly Illuminated Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Solar Receiver

Wilson Gardner, Jin-Soo Kim, Robbie McNaughton, Wes Stein, Daniel Potter

POWER 2016; V001T08A019https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59664

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mechanical Stress Optimisation in a Directly Illuminated Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Solar Receiver

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Topics: Optimization , Solar energy , Stress , Supercritical carbon dioxide , Design , Pipes , Temperature gradient , Construction , Creep , Heat

Performance Analysis of Photovoltaic Thermal (PVT) Panels Considering Thermal Parameters

W. J. A. Jayasuriya, A. U. C. D. Athukorala, A. T. D. Perera, M. P. G. Sirimanna, R. A. Attalage

POWER 2016; V001T08A020https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59671

Abstract

View Articletitled, Performance Analysis of Photovoltaic Thermal (PVT) Panels Considering Thermal Parameters

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Topics: Cities , Combined heat and power , Design , Electric power generation , Electrical efficiency , Energy / power systems , Energy generation , Experimental methods , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids

Steam Turbine-Generators, Electric Generators, Transformers, Switchgears, Electric BOP and Auxiliaries

Integrating Isolation Valve Specifications Into Supercritical Power Plant Piping Design Specifications

Rana Bose

POWER 2016; V001T09A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59081

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View Articletitled, Integrating Isolation Valve Specifications Into Supercritical Power Plant Piping Design Specifications

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Topics: Piping design , Power stations , Valves , Pipes , Design , Engineers , Fatigue , Flow (Dynamics) , Boundary-value problems , Design methodology

Damage Mechanisms Found in Generator Rotor 18Mn18Cr Retaining Rings

William Moore

POWER 2016; V001T09A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59101

Abstract

View Articletitled, Damage Mechanisms Found in Generator Rotor 18Mn18Cr Retaining Rings

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Topics: Damage , Generators , Rotors , Inspection , Acceptance criteria , Corrosion , Cracking (Materials) , Failure , Fluorescence , Fracture (Materials)

A Study on Superheat Utilization of Extraction Steam in a 1000MW Double Reheat Ultra-Supercritical Unit

Weiliang Wang, Hai Zhang, Junfu Lv, Weidou Ni, Yongsheng Li, Jianmin Liu

POWER 2016; V001T09A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59129

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Study on Superheat Utilization of Extraction Steam in a 1000MW Double Reheat Ultra-Supercritical Unit

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Topics: Steam , Coal , Feedwater , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Turbines , China , Design , Exergy

Generator Collector Brush Holder Testing and Design Improvements

Albert E. Steinbach, Frank A. Scalzo, III, Matthew T. Preston

POWER 2016; V001T09A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59147

Abstract

View Articletitled, Generator Collector Brush Holder Testing and Design Improvements

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Topics: Design , Generators , Testing , Carbon , Maintenance , Wear , Engineering prototypes , Excitation , Excitation systems , Feedback

Rapid H₂ Purge With CO₂ for Safer Plant Operations: Test Run Results

Ted Warren, Larry Morris, John McPhearson

POWER 2016; V001T09A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59257

Abstract

View Articletitled, Rapid H2 Purge With CO2 for Safer Plant Operations: Test Run Results

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Generators , Hydrogen , Safety , Temperature , Downtime , Explosions , Gases , Instrumentation , Pipes

Fundamentals of a Babbitted Bearing Repair Assistant

L. A. Branagan, S. H. Hesler

POWER 2016; V001T09A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59389

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fundamentals of a Babbitted Bearing Repair Assistant

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Topics: Bearings , Maintenance , Babbitt metal , Damage , Machinery , Fluid films , Stress , Bearing design , Engineers , Excitation systems

Student Competition

Design and Performance of a Small Hybrid Solar Collector

Alex Zielinski, Heather Dillon, Becca Baldwin, Caitlin Forinash, Kyle Zada, Chad Stillinger, Keaton Dieter

POWER 2016; V001T10A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59098

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design and Performance of a Small Hybrid Solar Collector

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Topics: Absorption , Data collection , Design , Flat plates , Flow (Dynamics) , Solar collectors , Solar energy , Solar radiation , System efficiency , Temperature

Energy Efficiency Increase in Cement Industry Through Implementation of Up and Bottoming Cogeneration Cycles

Cristian Camilo Soles Agamez, Lesmes Corredor

POWER 2016; V001T10A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59308

Abstract

View Articletitled, Energy Efficiency Increase in Cement Industry Through Implementation of Up and Bottoming Cogeneration Cycles

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Topics: Cement industry , Combined heat and power , Cycles , Energy efficiency , Combustion , Energy generation , Flow (Dynamics) , Cements (Adhesives) , Cogeneration systems , Computer software

Aero Structure Interaction for Mechanical Integration of Laced LP Compressor Blades in a Gas Engine Rotor

Vinayaka Nagarajaiah, Nilotpal Banerjee, B. S. Ajay Kumar, Kumar K. Gowda

POWER 2016; V001T10A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59319

Abstract

View Articletitled, Aero Structure Interaction for Mechanical Integration of Laced LP Compressor Blades in a Gas Engine Rotor

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Topics: Blades , Compressors , Engines , Rotors , Design , Gas turbines , Stress , Wire , Aircraft engines , Airfoils

Achieving Deep Reduction in California CO₂ Emissions via Renewable Resource Integration, Electrification, and Smart Grid Deployment

Siavash Ebrahimi, Jack Brouwer

POWER 2016; V001T10A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59457

Abstract

View Articletitled, Achieving Deep Reduction in California CO2 Emissions via Renewable Resource Integration, Electrification, and Smart Grid Deployment

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Emissions , Smart grids , Energy generation , Electric power generation , Energy industry , Renewable energy , Batteries , Electric vehicles , Energy storage

Feasibility Study of SMART MONOFLOAT Hydrokinetic Power for the Rural Households in Naga Hammadi, Egypt

Fahd Diab, Hai Lan

POWER 2016; V001T10A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59540

Abstract

View Articletitled, Feasibility Study of SMART MONOFLOAT Hydrokinetic Power for the Rural Households in Naga Hammadi, Egypt

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Topics: Hydropower , Computer software , Dams , NASA , Water , Batteries , Construction , Databases , Diesel , Diesel generators

Harvesting Natural Salinity Gradient Energy for Hydrogen Production Through Reverse Electrodialysis (RED) Power Generation

Mohammadreza Nazemi, Jiankai Zhang, Marta Hatzell

POWER 2016; V001T10A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59565

Abstract

View Articletitled, Harvesting Natural Salinity Gradient Energy for Hydrogen Production Through Reverse Electrodialysis (RED) Power Generation

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Topics: Energy generation , Hydrogen production , Membranes , Hydrogen , Current density , Power density , Stress , Electric current , Electrodes , Energy conversion

A Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) Model for Wind Farms That Includes Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Energy Delivery Limits

Maira Bruck, Navid Goudarzi, Peter Sandborn

POWER 2016; V001T10A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59608

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) Model for Wind Farms That Includes Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Energy Delivery Limits

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Topics: Wind farms , Risk , Wind , Energy generation , Generators , Performance characterization , Pressure , Renewable energy sources , Sales , Wind energy

Research on Flow-Induced Energy Harvesting by Flexible Piezoelectric Plate With Upstream Square Cylinder

Li Zhang, Zesheng Yang, Lin Ding, Yanrong Chen

POWER 2016; V001T10A008https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59659

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View Articletitled, Research on Flow-Induced Energy Harvesting by Flexible Piezoelectric Plate With Upstream Square Cylinder

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Topics: Cylinders , Energy harvesting , Flow (Dynamics) , Wind velocity , Electromagnetic radiation , Generators , Deformation , Fluids , Plates (structures) , Wind

Thermal Hydraulics and CFD

Numerical Study on Flame Mesoscopic-Characteristics of Oxy-Coal Mild Combustion

Ruochen Liu, Enke An, Kun Wu

POWER 2016; V001T11A001https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59006

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Study on Flame Mesoscopic-Characteristics of Oxy-Coal Mild Combustion

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Topics: Coal , Combustion , Flames , Mesoscopic systems , Furnaces , Oxygen , Turbulence , Chemistry , Design , Flow (Dynamics)

Hydraulic Model Calibration of a Nuclear Plant Service Water System

Erin A. Onat, Trey W. Walters, David M. Mobley, James J. Mead

POWER 2016; V001T11A002https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59062

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hydraulic Model Calibration of a Nuclear Plant Service Water System

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Topics: Calibration , Nuclear power stations , Water , Pipes , Computer software , Flow (Dynamics) , Corrosion , Hydraulics , Modeling , Pressure drop

Numerical Investigation of the Flow Fields and Thermal Patterns in a Large Cold Store (I)

A. Kaood, E. E. Khalil, G. M. El-Hariry

POWER 2016; V001T11A003https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59077

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View Articletitled, Numerical Investigation of the Flow Fields and Thermal Patterns in a Large Cold Store (I)

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Topics: Air flow , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Food products , Refrigeration , Storage , Stress , Temperature , Warfare

Discrete Element Studies of Gravity-Driven Dense Granular Flows in Vertical Cylindrical Tubes

Yesaswi N. Chilamkurti, Richard D. Gould

POWER 2016; V001T11A004https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59159

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View Articletitled, Discrete Element Studies of Gravity-Driven Dense Granular Flows in Vertical Cylindrical Tubes

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Gravity (Force) , Particulate matter , Discrete element methods , Physics , Rheology , Computer simulation , Engineering simulation , Fluids , Friction

Effect of Novel Swirling Perforated Distributor on Fluid Dynamic Characteristics of Circulating Fluidized Bed Riser

M. G. Kalola, Mahesh Dasar, K. P. Shete, R. S. Patil

POWER 2016; V001T11A005https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59165

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Novel Swirling Perforated Distributor on Fluid Dynamic Characteristics of Circulating Fluidized Bed Riser

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Topics: Fluidized beds , Fluids , Pipeline risers , Risers (Casting) , Swirling flow , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Computational fluid dynamics , Modeling , Turbulence

Combined-Cycle Start-Up Procedures: Dynamic Simulation and Measurement

Nicolas J. Mertens, Falah Alobaid, Bernd Epple, Hyun-Gee Kim

POWER 2016; V001T11A006https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59286

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View Articletitled, Combined-Cycle Start-Up Procedures: Dynamic Simulation and Measurement

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Topics: Combined cycles , Simulation , Heat recovery steam generators , Design , Combined cycle power stations , Stress , Circuits , Computer simulation , Dynamic response , Gas turbines

Numerical Modeling and Simulation of Injection Cooling and Wet Gas Compression

Shyam Kishor

POWER 2016; V001T11A007https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59400

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View Articletitled, Numerical Modeling and Simulation of Injection Cooling and Wet Gas Compression

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Topics: Compression , Computer simulation , Cooling , Simulation , Drops , Computational fluid dynamics , Cycles , Compressors , Flow (Dynamics) , Gates (Closures)

Numerical Modeling and Simulation of Viscous Shear in Hydrostatic Bearing

Shyam Kishor

POWER 2016; V001T11A008https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59410

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Modeling and Simulation of Viscous Shear in Hydrostatic Bearing

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Topics: Bearings , Computer simulation , Hydrostatics , Shear (Mechanics) , Simulation , Temperature , Flow (Dynamics) , Load bearing capacity , Stress , Viscosity

Heat Transfer Characteristics of Subcooled Water Flow Boiling in Circular Channels With Non-Uniform Heating Fluxes

Ge Zhu, Qincheng Bi, Jianguo Yan, Qizheng Yuan, Haicai Lv, Hui Pan

POWER 2016; V001T11A009https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59475

Abstract

View Articletitled, Heat Transfer Characteristics of Subcooled Water Flow Boiling in Circular Channels With Non-Uniform Heating Fluxes

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Topics: Boiling , Flow (Dynamics) , Flux (Metallurgy) , Heat transfer , Heating , Subcooling , Water , Heat , Computational fluid dynamics , Temperature

Multi-Objective Optimization of Geometrical Parameters of Corrugated-Undulated Heat Transfer Surfaces Using CFD, Artificial Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms

Limin Wang, Chenglong Ji, Xun Chen, Lei Deng, Yiping Chen, Defu Che

POWER 2016; V001T11A010https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59489

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View Articletitled, Multi-Objective Optimization of Geometrical Parameters of Corrugated-Undulated Heat Transfer Surfaces Using CFD, Artificial Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Computational fluid dynamics , Genetic algorithms , Heat transfer , Pareto optimization , Computer simulation , Finite volume methods , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluid dynamics , Friction

Numerical Study on Layout of Refractory Belt and Fouling Deposition in Tangentially Fired Boiler

Qiongliang Zha, Kai Chen, Jianwen Zhang, Jiangtao Li, Chang’an Wang, Defu Che

POWER 2016; V001T11A011https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59570

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View Articletitled, Numerical Study on Layout of Refractory Belt and Fouling Deposition in Tangentially Fired Boiler

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Topics: Belts , Boilers , Furnaces , Temperature , Combustion , Particulate matter , Coal , Ignition , Ignition delay , Simulation

Verification and Validation of CFD Model to Predict Jet Loads and Blast Wave Pressures From High Pressure Superheated Steam Line Break

S. Pal, C. Iek, L. J. Peltier, A. Smirnov, K. J. Knight, D. Zheng, J. Jarvis

POWER 2016; V001T11A012https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2016-59675

Abstract

View Articletitled, Verification and Validation of CFD Model to Predict Jet Loads and Blast Wave Pressures From High Pressure Superheated Steam Line Break

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , High pressure (Physics) , Steam , Stress , Superheating , Waves , Uncertainty quantification , Flow (Dynamics) , Nuclear power stations , Damage