25/01/2025
This gas turbine course outline covers.
1. Basics of Gas Turbines
Principles of operation
Energy conversion process (air intake, compression, combustion, exhaust)
Types of cycles (Brayton cycle, regenerative cycle)
2. Major Components of Gas Turbines
Compressor
Combustion chamber
Turbine
Exhaust system
Auxiliary systems (cooling, lubrication, etc.)
3. Categories of Gas Turbines
Heavy-duty vs. aero-derivative
Small, medium, and large-capacity gas turbines
Industrial, marine, and aviation applications
4. Performance Comparison of Various Makes of Gas Turbines
Efficiency and reliability metrics
Output capacity and specific fuel consumption
Overview of leading manufacturers (Siemens, Mitsubishi, Rolls-Royce, GE)
5. GE's Range of Gas Turbines
Overview of models (e.g., Frame series, H-Class, LMS100)
Key specifications, applications, and technologies used
Comparative analysis of each model's strengths
6. Factors Affecting the Performance of Gas Turbines
Environmental conditions (altitude, temperature)
Fuel quality and type
Maintenance practices and degradation over time
7. Gas Turbines at RIL (Reliance Industries Limited)
Applications and setups at RIL facilities
Performance data and case studies
Unique challenges and solutions implemented
8. Maintenance Factors of Gas Turbines Based on the Fuel Used
Differences in wear for natural gas, diesel, biofuels, etc.
Fouling and corrosion issues with specific fuels
Recommended maintenance intervals and practices
9. The Hot Gas Path Components & Its Metallurgy
Components in the hot gas path (turbine blades, nozzles, combustors)
Materials used and their properties (superalloys, coatings)
Advanced manufacturing techniques (single-crystal blades, thermal barrier coatings)
10. Gas Turbine Control Systems
Key controls (temperature, fuel flow, pressure)
Control technologies (SCADA, PLC, DCS)
Safety and efficiency optimization
11. Performance Benchmarking
Metrics for benchmarking (efficiency, availability, reliability)
Comparative analysis based on industry standards
Examples of benchmark studies and their findings