The main function of a Turbine Bypass valve is to handle the difference between the generated
and
consumed steam flows during transient and emergency situations.
In thermal power stations, the whole process of generating energy revolves around the
turbine. At the
turbine, the kinetic energy of the incoming gas/steam medium is first converted
into rotational energy
and subsequently in the generator into electrical power. Effectively
protecting these complex components
from mechanical damage is a key concern of
power station operators, from both technical and economic
perspectives. For this
reason, a bypass valve is installed at every turbine stage.
Turbine bypass valves are steam conditioning valves that meet specific
requirements: they are used for
bypassing, to protect and to start up steam
turbines.
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