Read this term paper to learn about:- 1. Introduction to Fossils and Alternative Energy Sources 2. Global Power Generation Scenario 3. Carbon Dioxide Generation by Fossil Fuel based Power Plants 4. Renewable Sources for Power Generation 5. Nuclear Power 6. Mini or Micro-Generation Facilities. Term Paper # 1. Introduction to Fossils and Alternative Energy Sources: The basic science has taught [...]
This figure shows a schematic diagram depicting how "hot springs (geysers)" are produced through hot magma (molten mass), the fractured crystalline rocks, the permeable rocks and percolating ground water. Geothermal System-Hot Spring System Structure At a depth of 5000 m or so lies an impermeable magma. Above the magma are the 'impermeable rocks' which are overlain by localised pockets of [...]
Read this essay to learn about the techniques employed for saving energy. Essay # 1. Fluidized Bed Combustion Technology: Fluidized bed combustion (FBC) is a combustion technology used in power plants. Fluidized beds suspend solid fuels in upward-blowing jets of air during the combustion process. The result is a turbulent mixing of gas and solids. The tumbling action, much like [...]