Comprehensive Review on Heat Exchangers in Thermal Power Plants

Heat Power Engineering

This project aims to enhance the heat rate of thermal power plants, crucial for efficiency and financial feasibility. It focuses on turbine components, including high/low-pressure heaters, deaerator, turbine-driven pumps, and condensers, to identify key parameters affecting the heat rate. After a comprehensive analysis, the research identifies the outlet temperature of heater 8 in unit 8 as a critical parameter significantly impacting the heat rate. A minor 10-degree Celsius difference in this parameter leads to a 2% reduction in heat rate, causing substantial financial losses. The project recommends strategies to optimize the outlet temperature of heater 8, aiming to elevate the heat rate, improve efficiency, and enhance financial performance. These findings provide valuable insights for thermal power plant operations, offering practical recommendations to minimize energy consumption and promote sustainable practices, benefiting operators and stakeholders.

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