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Systems and method for organizing computer programs for operating a steam turbine with digital computer control

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6563673
Steam flow and pressure conditions needed in a turbine to satisfy the speed and load demand of an electric power generating system are controlled by a programmed digital computer system during start-up, synchronization and operation. Manual backup control is provided for the computer control. An operator interface is provided with the computer through a panel and various communication devices.
Assignee:
Westinghouse Electric Corp
Patent Number(s):
US 4227093
OSTI ID:
6563673
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English