An Introduction to Power Generating Stations - Softcover

Guyer, J. Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1514136392 ISBN 13: 9781514136393

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

Synopsis

This publication provides over 550 pages of technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers engaged in design and construction of electric power generating stations. Here is what is discussed: 1. AIR QUALITY AND AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT, 2. CONTROL SYSTEMS, 3. DIESEL ELECTRIC GENERATING PLANTS, 4. ELECTRICAL GENERATORS, 5. FUEL HANDLING, 6. COMBUSTION AND BOILER CONTROLS, 7. INSTRUMENTS AND DEVICES, 8. LOAD SHEDDING AND COGENERATION, 9. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL AND REGULATIONS, 10. STEAM BOILERS AND TURBINES, 11. CONDENSERS AND AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT, 12. STEAM GENERATORS, 13. WATER SUPPLY TESTING. (Note: No nuclear or hydroelectric.)

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About the Author

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with 35 years of experience designing buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal staff advisor to the California Legislature on capital outlay and infrastructure issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local offices with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers. He is a Fellow of ASCE and AEI.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1514136392
• ISBN 13: 9781514136393
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 578