NextMGT · Next Generation of Micro Gas Turbines for High Efficiency, Low Emissions and Fuel Flexibility

Next Generation of Micro Gas Turbines for High Efficiency, Low Emissions and Fuel Flexibility

Gas turbines are prime movers based on the Brayton thermodynamic cycle where the working fluid is compressed, thermal energy is then added, before expansion in a turbine to produce power to drive the compressor and produce useful shaft power. The term micro gas turbine (MGT) refers to units producing shaft power below about 500 kW. MGTs can achieve high power density and efficiency, and have the advantage of better fuel and operational flexibility compared to other prime movers of similar power rating. They require less maintenance, and the noise level brought about by combustion is lower and easier to attenuate than in competing technologies. Despite previous research and development, MGTs still have a low market share. Full technical potential has not been achieved due to insufficient investment in research and development and the absence of suitable coordination and innovation sharing mechanisms among stakeholders. This project aimed at the development of the technical expertise and scientific knowledge that would enable a significantly improved understanding of the fundamental design and operational aspects of MGT technology which involves the development of analytical and numerical multi-physics models that will be validated using experimental data to enable a significantly improved understanding of the fundamental design and operational aspects. Component level technology and their integration in an optimal manner would be addressed. An insight into the main features of the incipient MGT community and the existing structures for collaborative research and technology transfer between research institutions and industry would provide valuable information to pave the way to establishing an important European industry. This would lead the way in distributed power generation and link to renewables utilisation. The overall objective of NextMGT was to develop a multidisciplinary training and research programme, aimed at the development of technical expertise and scientific knowledge, which would boost understanding of the fundamental design and operational aspects of MGT technology. To be more specific: 1. To examine cycle innovations required to achieve high overall MGT efficiency to match other prime movers of similar power range and develop advanced methods to optimise micro gas turbine systems for several applications based on a standard core technology as well as smart integration with energy systems. 2. To investigate advanced combustion technologies for achieving low emissions and fuel flexibility including biofuels in solid, liquid and gaseous forms and combustible industrial residues. 3. To develop innovative methods to enhance aerodynamic, mechanical and electrical aspects of MGTs and utilisation of new materials and to develop suitable storage systems to enable effective off-grid operation. 4. To investigate measures to commercialisation of the technology focusing on dependence of innovation and industry growth on intellectual/industrial property management, energy policy and regulatory framework and standardisation requirements. 5. Training of the Early-Stage Researchers: 6. Communications, Disseminations and Public Engagement

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