Gas-Turbine Power Generation is a concise, up-to-date, and readable guide providing an introduction to gas turbine power generation technology. It includes detailed descriptions of gas fired generation systems, demystifies the functions of gas fired technology, and explores the economic and environmental risk factors
Engineers, managers, policymakers and those involved in planning and delivering energy resources will find this reference a valuable guide that will help them establish a reliable power supply as they also account for both social and economic objectives.
1. An Introduction to Gas-Fired Power Generation 2. The Natural Gas Resource 3. Gas-Fired Power Generation Technology 4. Gas Turbines 5. Advanced Gas Turbine Design 6. Advanced Gas Turbine Cycles 7. Combined Cycle Power Plants 8. Microturbines 9. Gas-Fired Power Plants and the Environment 10. The Cost of Electricity Generation from Natural Gas-Fired Power Plants