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Influence of the Ambient Temperature on the Efficiency of Gas Turbines

Mahdi Goucem*

Laboratory of Aeronautics and Propulsive Systems University of Sciences and Technology Mohamed Boudiaf Mechanical Engineering Faculty, Oran, 3100, Algeria

* Corresponding Author: Mahdi Goucem. Email: email

(This article belongs to the Special Issue: Materials and Energy an Updated Image for 2023)

Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing 2024, 20(10), 2265-2279. https://doi.org/10.32604/fdmp.2024.052365

Abstract

In hot and arid regions like the Saharan area, effective methods for cooling and humidifying intake air are essential. This study explores the utilization of a water trickle cooler as a promising solution to meet this objective. In particular, the HASSI MESSAOUD area is considered as a testbed. The water trickle cooler is chosen for its adaptability to arid conditions. Modeling results demonstrate its effectiveness in conditioning air before it enters the compressor. The cooling system achieves a significant temperature reduction of 6 to 8 degrees Celsius, enhancing mass flow rate dynamics by 3 percent compared to standard cases without cooling. Moreover, the cooling system contributes to a remarkable 10 percent reduction in power consumption of gas turbines and a notable 10 percent increase in turbine efficiency. These findings highlight the potential of water trickle coolers in improving the performance and efficiency of gas turbine systems in hot and dry climates.

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APA Style
Goucem, M. (2024). Influence of the ambient temperature on the efficiency of gas turbines. Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, 20(10), 2265-2279. https://doi.org/10.32604/fdmp.2024.052365
Vancouver Style
Goucem M. Influence of the ambient temperature on the efficiency of gas turbines. Fluid Dyn Mater Proc. 2024;20(10):2265-2279 https://doi.org/10.32604/fdmp.2024.052365
IEEE Style
M. Goucem, "Influence of the Ambient Temperature on the Efficiency of Gas Turbines," Fluid Dyn. Mater. Proc., vol. 20, no. 10, pp. 2265-2279. 2024. https://doi.org/10.32604/fdmp.2024.052365



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