Here we are going to discuss about Locomotive Boiler: Definition, Working Principle, Components, Advantages and Applications (Notes with PDF). As we all know that Boiler is one of the major and most vital machine in any power plant industry. So, …
Gas Turbines In a gas turbine, first of all, the air is obtained from the atmosphere and compressed in an air compressor. The compressed air is then passed into the combustion chamber, where it is heated considerably. The hot air …
Here in this article we are going to discuss about the steam turbine, its classification and methods of reducing rotor speed. What is steam turbine ? A steam turbine is a prime mover in which rotary motion is obtained by …
Introduction: In all steam engines, the steam is used as a working substance. These engines operate on the principle of first law of thermodynamics, i.e. heat and work are mutually convertible. In a steam engine, as the heat energy of …
STEAM CONDENSERS Definition Steam condenser is a mechanical device which converts the low pressure exhaust steam from the turbine into water.In other words it is a device which is used to condense exhaust Steam of turbine into water. Introduction and …
BOILER MOUNTINGS AND ACCESSORIES Boiler mountings : The items or devices which are used for safety of boiler are called boiler mountings. e.g. water level indicator, pressure gauge, safety valve, stop valve, feed check valve, fusible plug, blowoff cock. Let’s discuss …
Boiler introduction A boiler is closed vessel in which water is heated to convert it into steam. Generally it is well known as a “steam generator”. It supplies necessary steam to the powerplant functional unit. How it works? The boiler …