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Introduction -- Prerequisites. The tool chest -- Ground rules -- Past and present -- Fundamentals. Thermodynamics -- Technology factors -- Heat and mass balance -- Real cycle analysis -- Turbine cooling -- Turbine aero -- Compressor aero -- Combustion -- Materials -- The hardware -- Extras. The AC generator -- Reliability, availability & maintainability (RAM) -- Combined cycle -- Off-design operation -- Transient operation -- Economics -- The hall of fame -- Special topics. Closed-cycle gas turbine -- Aeroderivative gas turbine -- Epilogue.

In this essential reference, both students and practitioners in the field will find an accessible discussion of electric power generation with gas turbine power plants, using quantitative and qualitative tools. Beginning with a basic discussion of thermodynamics of gas turbine cycles from a second law perspective, the material goes on to cover with depth an analysis of the translation of the cycle to a final product, facilitating quick estimates. In order to provide readers with the knowledge they need to design turbines effectively, there are explanations of simple and combined cycle design considerations, and state-of-the-art, performance prediction and optimization techniques, as well as rules of thumb for design and off-design performance and operational flexibility, and simplified calculations for myriad design and off-design performance. The text also features an introduction to proper material selection, manufacturing techniques, and construction, maintenance, and operation of gas turbine power plants.