Design features of the Bayou cogeneration plant
The Bayou project represents an outstanding example of the high efficiency and energy savings which can be realized with cogeneration. The large topping power characteristic of the gas turbine cycle is particularly well suited to exploit the full benefits of this high efficiency opportunity. The independent needs of process and power for the Bayou facility are readily met by the equipment and needs with high system availabilities. The modular nature of the basic plant components and plant design coupled with an effective integrated project plan has enabled the 300 MW plant to be designed and constructed on a 17-month schedule even though extensive customizing to meet process requirements was necessary. This short schedule results in significant savings and early project benefits for the Houston area and the Bayou joint venture.
- Research Organization:
- General Electric Company, Schenectady, New York
- OSTI ID:
- 5500737
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-850351-
- Journal Information:
- Am. Soc. Mech. Eng., (Pap.); (United States), Journal Name: Am. Soc. Mech. Eng., (Pap.); (United States) Vol. 85-GT-166; ISSN ASMSA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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200100* -- Fossil-Fueled Power Plants-- Power Plants & Power Generation
COGENERATION
DEUS
EFFICIENCY
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
ENERGY SYSTEMS
GAS TURBINES
MACHINERY
MODULAR STRUCTURES
POWER GENERATION
POWER PLANTS
POWER RANGE 100-1000 MW
SCHEDULES
STEAM GENERATION
TOPPING CYCLES
TURBINES
TURBOMACHINERY