Application of a 15 000-hp, 6000-r/min adjustable-speed drive in a petrochemical facility

Journal Article · Tue Oct 31 23:00:00 EST 1995 · IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1109/28.475736· OSTI ID:186875

Wood, B M ^[1]; Oberle, W T ^[2]; Dulas, J H ^[3]; Steuri, F ^[4]

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1. Chevron Research and Technology Co., Richmond, CA (United States)
2. Bechtel Corp., Houston, TX (United States)
3. ABB Industrial Systems Inc., New Berlin, WI (United States)
4. ABB Industrie AG, Birr (Switzerland)

The improved reliability of power electronics and the development of motors capable of operating directly at high speeds have made electric motors a viable alternative to steam turbines in process plants. This paper discusses the application of a large high-speed, adjustable-speed electric motor as a recycle compressor driver in a petrochemical facility.

• OSTI ID: 186875
• Journal Information: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, Journal Name: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications Journal Issue: 6 Vol. 31; ISSN ITIACR; ISSN 0093-9994
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

02 PETROLEUM
32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
ELECTRIC CONTROLLERS
ELECTRIC MOTORS
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
GAS COMPRESSORS
PETROCHEMICAL PLANTS