Thermodynamic Analysis of Split-Turbine Concept.
Abstract
An investigation was made of the feasibility of operating a conventional gas turbine by physically separating the compressor from the expansion turbine, thus creating what has been termed the split-turbine arrangement. In this scheme, the compressor would be driven by conventional engines but located remotely from the expansion turbine. In order to analyze the split-turbine cycle the effects of varying pressure ratios, temperature ratios, and airflows were studied. An evaluation was made of the effects of duct losses in the high-pressure air duct between compressor and turbine. The effect of the separated burner in the remote turbine and the feasibility of utilizing a regenerator were determined. All of these effects were evaluated in terms of the thermal efficiency, specific fuel consumption, and net power loss attributed to the ducting. (Modified author abstract)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0775910
Entities
People
- B. R. Petry
- D. Knauss
- J. H. Garrett
- K. T. Page