How Water Tube Boilers Work

Understanding the Operation of Watertube Boilers in Coal-Fired Power Stations

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  • Watertube Boilers
  • Steam Systems
  • Boiler Operation
  • instruction

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  • Course Duration
    21 Minutes
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Subtittle Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Watertube Boilers
  • Steam Systems
  • Boiler Operation
  • instruction
Description

Join us in this comprehensive exploration of how watertube boilers function, particularly those employed in coal-fired power stations. We'll dissect all the primary systems associated with these large boilers, examining their main components and elucidating their operational principles. 

 

Using 3D models and detailed breakdowns, we'll navigate through the intricate workings of watertube boilers, from the fuel system to the steam cycle. By the end of this course, you'll have a profound understanding of the inner workings of watertube boilers and their significance in power generation.

 

Hope to see you on the course!

 

What you will learn in this course
  • Detailed examination of the fuel system, including coal storage, pulverization, and delivery to the furnace.
  • Exploration of primary and secondary superheaters and their contributions to steam temperature and quality.
  • Understanding of the water and steam systems, including boiler feedwater treatment, steam generation, and superheating.
  • Overview of the reheating process and its role in enhancing turbine efficiency in power generation.
Who this course is for:
  • Engineers involved in power generation, particularly in coal-fired plants.
  • Students pursuing studies in mechanical engineering, energy systems, or related disciplines.
  • Individuals interested in understanding the intricacies of power plant operations and steam-based energy generation.
Curriculum
3 lessons
21 minutes
  • How Water Tube Boilers Work
    1 lesson
    20:58
    How Water Tube Boilers Work
    20:58
  • Final Thoughts
    2 lessons
    00:24
    Final Thoughts
    00:24
    Quiz
    Quiz 9

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  • Course Duration
    21 Minutes
  • Course Level
    Intermediate
  • Language
    English
  • Access on all devices
  • Quiz
  • Watertube Boilers
  • Steam Systems
  • Boiler Operation
  • instruction