Difference between revisions of "Topping cycle"
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| − | A topping cycle is a boiler produces steam to power a turbine-generator to produce electricity. The steam leaving the turbine is used in thermal applications such as space heating and/or cooling or delivered to other end user(s). | + | A '''topping cycle''' is a system which produces power and then uses waste heat or exhaust in an alternative way. |
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| + | For example, a boiler produces steam to power a turbine-generator to produce electricity. The steam leaving the turbine is used in thermal applications such as space heating and/or cooling or delivered to other end user(s). | ||
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Revision as of 19:59, July 12, 2007
A topping cycle is a system which produces power and then uses waste heat or exhaust in an alternative way.
For example, a boiler produces steam to power a turbine-generator to produce electricity. The steam leaving the turbine is used in thermal applications such as space heating and/or cooling or delivered to other end user(s).