Influencing Factors of Low-Grade Energy Conversion System Using ORCs

Abstract:

Rankine cycles using organic working fluids are widely believed feasible in recovering low enthalpy-containing heat. Through the analysis, the enthalpy difference, the dryness of inlet wet steam and evaporating and condensing temperature have significant influence on the energy conversion efficiency. The power output also relies on the specific volume and latent heat, which determine the mass flow rate. The results serve good guideline for experiments and systematic optimization.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 193-194)
• Pages: 206-210
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.193-194.206
• Online since: August 2012
• Authors: Li Li Wei, Yu Feng Zhang, Yong Chao Mu, Xiao Chen Yang, Hong Ting Ma
• Keywords: Energy Conversion Efficiency, Ideal Expansion, Organic Fluids, Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC), Screw Expander

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