Practical Energy Efficiency Optimization | by G. G. Rajan | ISBN: 9781593700515. Power Engineering Books. Industrial Energy Management Techniques. Improving Energy Efficiency in Power Plant Operation. Energy Efficiency Optimization Models

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Practical Energy Efficiency Optimization

by G. G. Rajan
ISBN:9781593700515

Presenting basic information for optimizing power plants, this book uses review exercises and practical case studies to provide real-world applications on maintaining optimal efficiency.

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Practical Energy Efficiency Optimization







Preface
Abbreviations
Chapter 1 – Industrial Energy Management
Introduction
Micro-Level Example
Energy Consumption Pattern of Major Processes
Specific Fuel Consumption
Specific Power Consumption
Specific Steam Consumption
Energy Consumption Index
Standard Refinery Fuel
Modern Energy Management Techniques
Energy Costing
Conclusion

Chapter 2 – Optimization Basics
Introduction
Objective Function
Time-Dependent Optimization Models
Linear Programming Problems
Complex Fuel Mix Problem
Quadratic Programming Problems
Evolutionary Operations Research Models for Optimization
EORT Modeling Methodology
Application of EORT Models
Simplex Method
Energy Efficiency Optimization Techniques—Overall System
Benefits of Energy Efficiency Optimization
Optimization of Maintenance and Planning Activities
The Integrated Approach
Process Unit Optimization
Utilities Requirements
Power Balance
Solvent Loss Model
Practical Energy Efficiency Constraints in Optimization
Conclusion

Chapter 3 – Overall Energy Efficiency Optimization Models
Introduction
Industrial Energy Database
Equipment-Wise Energy Efficiency Monitoring
Improving Database Analysis
Energy Cost-Wise Analysis
Energy Input Analysis—a Tool for Control
Monitoring Fuel Consumption
Energy Loss Monitoring
Energy Efficiency Optimization—Examples/Constraints/Limitations
Energy Efficiency Optimization of Power Generation Units
Optimizing Parallel Boiler/Turbine Systems
Combined Heat/Power Optimization of Total System Using EORT
Optimizing Cogeneration Unit Performance
Real-Time Optimization
Optimization—Practical Examples
Model Limitations
Conclusion

Chapter 4 – General Optimization Models
Introduction
System Optimization
Troubleshooting System/Subsystem Problems
Optimizing Hydrogen Production by EORT Models
Micro-Level Energy Efficiency Optimization
Integrating the Energy Efficiency Models
Constraints in Optimization
Optimization Models—Macro-Level Application
Conclusion

Chapter 5 – Energy Mix and Process Mix Options: Impact on Optimization
Introduction
Energy Mix Optimization
Process Mix Options
Cost-Benefit Analysis of Optimization
Evaluation of Cost-Benefit Analysis
Constraint Control in Optimization
Conclusion

Chapter 6 – Equipment Maintenance and Replacement Decisions
Introduction
Life-Cycle Costing—for Effective Decision Making
Opportunity Cost of Additional Capital
Life-Cycle Costs—Process Heater (Case 1)
Heater Efficiency Improvement Options (Case 2)
Soot-Blowing Project for Heaters and Boilers
Boiler Maintenance and Replacement Decisions
Turbine Maintenance and Replacement Decisions
Compressors—to Maintain or to Replace?
Pump Maintenance and Replacement Decisions
Replacing/Retrofitting Energy Recovery Systems
Conclusion

Appendix A – Exercises
Appendix B – Basics of Energy Efficiency Optimization

What Is Optimization ?
Necessity for Energy Efficiency Optimization
Mathematical Models

Appendix C – Compressor—Theory and Practice
Appendix D – Improving Energy Efficiency in Power Plant Operation

What Is This About ?
Power Plant Efficiency Improvement Low-Cost/No-Cost Option
Typical Analysis Performance Models
Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG)
System Retrofits for Higher Efficiency

Appendix E – Techniques of Energy Efficiency Optimization



What Is a Fired Heater?
Reaction-Type Heater
Other Types of Heaters
Heater Efficiency
Performance Monitoring of Heaters
What Did You Learn so Far?

Appendix F – Techniques of Energy Efficiency Optimization
Pareto’s Theory
CAEM

Appendix G – Basic Turbine Operation
Turbine Types
Turbine Efficiency

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