6.1.1. Influence of initial steam parameters on thermal economy of power plants

Ilyin Е.T. CJSC “Complex energy systems”, Tishin S.G. MPEI(TU)

Methods of increase in thermal economy of power plants are well-known. Let’s consider the opportunities for power plant efficiency increase due to application of traditional methods. Heat and nuclear power plants operate under the Rankin cycle. Thermal efficiency η_t of the Rankin cycle significantly depends on a number of factors and, firstly, on initial steam parameters before the turbine: pressure p₀ and temperature t₀.