In this article we will discuss about the construction and working of thermionic generator with the help of a suitable diagram. i. A thermionic converter/generator comprises a heated cathode (electron emitter) and an anode (electron collector) separated by 'vacuum', the electrical output circuit being connected between the two as shown in the Fig. 9.7. ii. The heat which is [...]
In this article we will discuss about the working of electrostatic mechanical generators with the help of a suitable diagram. Electrostatic mechanical generators convert mechanical energy, usually mechanical potential energy of a fluid, directly into electrical energy. Fig. 9.27 shows the principle of working of liquid drop electrostatic mechanical generator. In this, the gravitational potential energy of water droplets is [...]
In this article we will discuss about the design of LaMont boiler with the help of a suitable diagram. This boiler works on a forced circulation and the circulation is maintained by a centrifugal pump, driven by a steam turbine using steam from the boiler. For emergency an electrically driven pump is also fitted. Fig. 12.22 shows a LaMont steam [...]