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What if there is a fluctuation in steam load?

April 26, 2017fluctuation load steam

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What if there is a fluctuation in steam load?

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The induction generator (IG) never trips due to steam load fluctuations unlike an alternator. The power generator will vary in proportion to the steam flow rate. If steam flow rate falls below a critical value (say <20% of the designed value), the IG will go into the motoring mode.