Steam Turbines

The demand for electrical energy will increase in the next few years and decades. Experts predict a global energy production growth of approximately 5,000 TWh per decade. The production of electrical energy by steam turbines currently covers about 70% of the total global production. The lecture is intended to represent the application spectrum, the mode of operation and design of modern high-performance steam turbines.

Recommended for 8th semester

Content

The lecture has the following main topics:

  • Range of applications
  • Thermodynamic work cycle
  • Working methods and types
  • Blading
  • Power control
  • Operating conditions
  • Turbine rotor and housing
  • System technology and control

Recommended Previous Knowledge

  • Thermodynamics
  • Turbomachinery

Recommended Literature

  • Lecture notes

Characteristics

  • Visit to the Siemens Steam Turbine and Generator Plant in Mülheim an der Ruhr. The lecture takes place as a block course (usually on a fortnightly basis).

Type of Examinatio

  • Oral exam

COURSE ENROLLMENT AND MATERIALS

Further information about this module can be found via the Online Course Catalogue and Stud.IP. In addition, you must also register your attendance at this course via Stud.IP.


Tutor

Eike Helmsen, M.Sc.
Research Staff
Address
An der Universität 1
30823 Garbsen
Building
Room
309
Eike Helmsen, M.Sc.
Research Staff
Address
An der Universität 1
30823 Garbsen
Building
Room
309