The objective was to provide a useful computational tool for assessing the impact of condenser tube modifications on power plant condenser performance and unit heat rate, which directly affect the operating cost. To achieve this, a methodology was utilized to evaluate the economics of condenser modifications based upon design and economic information. The numerical model of condenser performance was developed using the Heat Exchanger Institute method and the Resistance Summation method. The software calculates results based on both methods but this paper will only discuss the results from the Heat Exchanger Institute method for the case study. Since condenser performance has a direct impact upon fuel costs, heat rate, power production and emissions, this computational model can be used to assess the economic impact of a proposed condenser tubing replacement over a specified service life. A case study will be discussed concerning a condenser tube replacement project that was analyzed to determine the ideal replacement tube material for the relevant parameters associated with this particular unit.
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ASME 2007 Power Conference
July 17–19, 2007
San Antonio, Texas, USA
Conference Sponsors:
- Power Division
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0-7918-4273-8
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Development of a Computational Model to Evaluate Steam Surface Condenser Tubing Modifications
Richard E. Pearce,
Richard E. Pearce
Kansas City Power and Light, Kansas City, MO
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Bryan R. Becker
Bryan R. Becker
University of Missouri at Kansas City, Kansas City, MO
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Richard E. Pearce
Kansas City Power and Light, Kansas City, MO
Bryan R. Becker
University of Missouri at Kansas City, Kansas City, MO
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POWER2007-22185, pp. 837-841; 5 pages
Published Online:
April 21, 2009
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Pearce, RE, & Becker, BR. "Development of a Computational Model to Evaluate Steam Surface Condenser Tubing Modifications." Proceedings of the ASME 2007 Power Conference. ASME 2007 Power Conference. San Antonio, Texas, USA. July 17–19, 2007. pp. 837-841. ASME. https://doi.org/10.1115/POWER2007-22185
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