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Optimization
Optimization
-Nirban Khaund
Optimization of Power Plant
Optimization is the process adopted for making
the plant to function effectively.
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- Difference between expected heat rate and actual heat rate due to
parameter deviations are calculated.
The magnitude of heat rate deviation of each problem area can be
determined from parameters related to
- HP turbine (for eg: HR deviation due to drop in MS enthalpy)
- Air Preheater (for eg: HR deviation due to change in air inlet
temperature)
- Condenser etc(for eg: HR deviation due to change in condenser
vacuum)
It will also tell us about the performance of the equipment.
Combustion Optimization
Combustion Optimization
- Feed water heaters are added to reduce the heat added in the boiler,thereby
reducing fuel consumption
- Steam extractions from turbines are used to preheat the water in these
heaters.
Optimization regenerative cycle
- The device uses jet of steam or air to remove soot deposited on the
boiler walls and tubes.
Effects of Sootblowing
- Soot removal leads to increased cleanliness factor.
- It improves the heat rate
- Minimizes wastage of steam.
- Reduces NOx formations
-It will ensure that it will be operated when it is needed, and only in the
necessary locations.