1st Edition

Guide to Microturbines

By Bernard F. Kolanowski Copyright 2004
    246 Pages
    by River Publishers

    First published in 2004. Featuring the latest information on the new technology involved in on-site power generation, this book incorporates an overview and further detailed investigations into the issues inherent in the development, use and future of microturbines.

    Brief History of Microturbines

    Technical Orientation-Basics of Microturbines

    Further Design Details

    Design Goals/Accomplishments

    Difficulties in Bringing Microturbines to Market

    Microturbines for Power Production

    Fuel Variations

    Emissions

    Interconnecting Microturbines with Utility Systems

    Comparisons of Microturbine Technologies

    Applications-Distributed Generation

    Applications-Cogeneration/CHP

    Applications-Waste Fuels

    Applications-Peak Shaving

    Applications-Cooling

    Biography

    Bernard F. Kolanowski