1st Edition

Guide to Microturbines

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

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