Power Plant Engineering

The fourth edition of this hallmark text continues to provide the right blend of theory, design and practice. Analytical and theoretical treatment of the concepts along with an up-to-date coverage makes this book a must have for all. Salient features: in depth coverage of hydroelectric, diesel engine and gas turbine power plants chapter on non-conventional power generation and environmental degradation and use of renewable energy unique coverage on energy storage mechanismstable of content:introduction: economics of power generation analysis of steam cycles combined cycle power generation fuels and combustion combustion mechanism, combustion equipment and firing methods steam generators steam turbines condenser, feedwater and circulating water systems nuclear power plants hydroelectric power plant diesel engine and gas turbine power plants energy storage non-conventional power generation: direct energy conversion environmental degradation and use of renewable energy