Development of Mathematical Model of a Utility Boiler Based on Energy and Exergy Analysis

International Journal of Thermal Engineering

© 2020 by SSRG - IJTE Journal

Volume 6 Issue 1

Year of Publication : 2020

Authors : Haruna Abubakar, Adisa A. Bello, Robinson I. Ejilah

10.14445/23950250/IJTE-V6I1P101

How to Cite?

Haruna Abubakar, Adisa A. Bello, Robinson I. Ejilah, "Development of Mathematical Model of a Utility Boiler Based on Energy and Exergy Analysis," SSRG International Journal of Thermal Engineering, vol. 6,  no. 1, pp. 1-10, 2020. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23950250/IJTE-V6I1P101

Abstract:

Kaduna Refining and Petro-chemicals Company (KRPC) is a refinery in Nigeria, whose steam power plant has been striving by supplying uninterrupted electricity, water and other utilities for the smooth running of the entire refinery and its housing estate. But the utility boiler of the plant is faced with the problems of deterioration from its design output and excess fuel consumption. These problems could be due to fuel combustion and heat transfer. Therefore, it is essential to adopt strategies that will minimize such problems. Thus, one of the effective ways is to develop a boiler mathematical model using energy and exergy analysis. Energy and exergy analysis are based on first and second law of thermodynamics. The latter is a tool widely used to evaluate the performance of a thermodynamic system. This paper describes the procedures involved in developing the mathematical model for evaluating energy loss, exergy destruction; energy and exergy efficiencies of the utility boiler of KRPC steam power plant.

Keywords:

Boiler, Destruction, Efficiencies, Energy, Exergy

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