WASTE-HEAT SEAWATER CONVERSION UNIT AT MARCUS ISLAND

Abstract

An in-service test of a developmental multistage flash evaporator utilizing rejected heat from a diesel generator is described. Some background information is given, as well as test results covering a 20-month period. It is concluded that the system furnishes a very satisfactory means of providing potable water from a seawater source. The importance of proper installation is also pointed out.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1965
Accession Number
AD0622557

Entities

People

  • J. S. Williams

Organizations

  • Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center

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  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Abstracts
  • Civil Engineering
  • Coast Guard
  • Conversion
  • Corrosion
  • Drops
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Evaporators
  • Feed Water
  • Generators
  • Heat Exchangers
  • Heat Recovery
  • Materials
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Radio Stations
  • Security

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  • Combustion and Flow Dynamics.
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  • Systems Analysis and Design