Numerical Optimization of CHP Organic Rankine Cycles - Part A: Design Optimization
This two-part paper proposes an approach based on state-of-the-art numerical optimization methods for simultaneously determining the most profitable design solution and part-load operation of Combined Heat and Power Organic Rankine Cycles.
by Emanuele Martelli Stefano Consonni Federico Capra
Compared to the usual design practice, the important advantage of such an approach is to consider the part-load performance of the Organic Rankine Cycle at the design stage. In this second part (Part B), first the part-load model and optimization algorithm are presented and tested. Then, the part-load optimization algorithm is combined with the design optimization algorithm proposed in Part A, and the simultaneous approach is applied to a real-world test case. Computational results show that, with respect to a design optimized for full-load equivalent hours, the solution optimized for part-load operation has a lower investment cost, better part-load efficiencies, and thus up to 22% higher annual profit. The optimized part-load control strategy uses the sliding-pressure mode in the high-load range, and a combination of sliding-pressure and throttling in the low-load range.
Get full article here [external link]published: Energy 90 , 7|2015
Keywords: Energy Recovery
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