Chapter 8

Binary Cycle Power Plants

8.1 Introduction 152

8.2 Basic binary systems 153
8.2.1 Turbine analysis 154
8.2.2 Condenser analysis 155
8.2.3 Feed pump analysis 155
8.2.4 Heat exchanger analysis: Preheater and evaporator 156
8.2.5 Overall cycle analysis 158
8.3 Working fluid selection 159
8.3.1 Thermodynamic properties 159
8.3.2 Sonic velocity and turbine size 161
8.3.3 Health, safety, and environmental considerations 162
8.4 Advanced binary cycles 163
8.4.1 Ideal binary cycle 163
8.4.2 Dual-pressure binary cycle 163
8.4.3 Dual-fluid binary cycle 166
8.4.4 Kalina binary cycles 170
8.5 Example of binary cycle analysis 171
8.6 Environmental impact of binary cycles 175
8.7 Equipment list for basic binary plants 176
8.7.1 Downwell pumps and motors 176
8.7.2 Brine supply system 176
8.7.3 Brine/working fluid heat exchangers 176
8.7.4 Turbine-generator and controls 176
8.7.5 Working fluid condenser, accumulator and storage system 177
8.7.6 Working fluid feed pump system 177
8.7.7 Heat rejection system 177
8.7.8 Back-up systems 177
8.7.9 Brine disposal system 177
8.7.10 Fire protection system (if working fluid is flammable) 177
References 178
Nomenclature for figures in Chapter 8 179
Problems 180

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