The Second Law of Thermodynamics
In this article you will learn the two classical statements of second law, that is the Kelvin-Plank statement and Clausius statement. You will also …
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Incinerating Tires for Energy
Worn or damaged vehicle tires can no longer be disposed of in landfill sites, being classed as a hazardous material. However they are now being …
Continue ReadingBoiler Pipelines Steam Blowing Procedure: Why and How
Steam blowing allows power station boilers and pipelines to ensure that during normal operation no adhering material in the superheaters, reheaters, …
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How Do Coal Power Plants Work?
The question, ‘How does a coal power plant work?’ can be answered at many levels. Fundamentally a coal fired power plant converts the …
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Who Invented the Steam Engine and in What Year?
There is no simple answer to the question, ‘Who invented the first steam engine and in what year?’ There are several people who invented …
Continue ReadingClean Coal Fired Energy Plants - Is Clean Coal Possible?
Coal has been in an imbroglio with environmentalists on one hand and the power generation industry on the other. In the midst are the proponents of …
Continue ReadingOil Burner Throat – Reasons for Refractory Failure
Oil burner throat is made of refractory play a major role in the performance of the burner. Its damage leads to many problems during combustion and …
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The History of Mechatronics
The technology of Mechatronics is widely used in manufacturing industries and now, this term has a great importance in production technologies. Let we …
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Using the Thermodynamics Steam Table: Crucial Tool for Engineers
Every mechanical engineer worth his salt has used the thermodynamics steam table during his training or professional career. The steam table is a boon …
Continue ReadingCoal Burner Wear during Firing
Fossil fuel is the main source of energy for steam power plants. Coal is the major fuel with inorganics varying widely. Coal burners are subjected to …
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