Basics of Gas Turbines

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Basics of Gas Turbines is written by Meherwan Boyce and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 012804473X (ISBN 10) and 9780128044735 (ISBN 13).

Basics of Gas Turbines is a comprehensive introduction and reference for those approaching gas turbine engineering for the first time. Just as in Meherwan Boyce's classic, the author draws on unrivalled practical experience to lead the reader through crucial theory and background information before introducing the essentials of gas turbine technology and operation. This is the best place for gas turbine professionals and students to find up-to-date legislation and emerging topics, and to get a basic understanding of the underlying principles of gas turbine operation. In addition, the book's companion, Gas Turbine Operations will be an ideal reference for an all-around understanding. Includes the theory and background information needed by those new to gas turbine engineering Contains a fully updated and comprehensive list of the mechanical performance standards for turbines Explains new applications for combined Brayton and Rankine cycles and steam turbine technology Presents hard-won information from industry experts in the form of case studies