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electricity produced by nuclear plants since 1990 could power 26 cities the size of Boston or Seattle. While efficiency has increased, the operating costs of nuclear power plants
John Bruce has written: 'Power station efficiency control' -- subject(s): Electric power-plants
Nuclear power plants are considered efficient due to their high energy density, meaning they can produce large amounts of electricity from a small amount of fuel. They also have a low greenhouse gas emissions profile compared to fossil fuel power plants, making them a cleaner energy option. However, issues such as safety concerns, radioactive waste management, and high upfront costs can impact their overall efficiency.
A. B. Gill has written: 'Power plant performance' -- subject(s): Efficiency, Electric power-plants, Heat engineering
It can be up to 40 percent in modern plants, less in old ones
Nuclear power plants are highly efficient, with high energy output and low operational costs once the plant is built. They have a high capacity factor, meaning they can run at full power for extended periods, providing a stable and reliable source of electricity. However, there are concerns about the safety and long-term management of nuclear waste, as well as the potential for accidents.
A subcritical power plant is a type of thermal power plant that operates below the critical point of water (374°C and 22.1 MPa). These plants are less efficient compared to supercritical power plants because they operate at lower temperatures and pressures, leading to lower power generation efficiency. Subcritical power plants are common in older power generation facilities.
The mechanical efficiency of a positive displacement pump is determined by comparing the theoretical power required to pump the fluid with the actual power input to the pump. It is calculated as the ratio of output power to input power, and factors such as friction losses, leakage, and internal inefficiencies are considered in determining the overall efficiency of the pump. A higher mechanical efficiency indicates that the pump is operating more effectively in converting mechanical power to hydraulic power.
Light water nuclear plants like PWR and BWR have efficiency of about 33 percent, that is the ratio of electric output to reactor thermal output. Gas cooled reactors can be up to 40 percent as they work at higher temperature.
Temperature is a major challenge in using geothermal energy sources. The efficiency and productivity of geothermal power plants are highly dependent on the availability of high-temperature resources deep underground. Low-temperature geothermal sources are less efficient and limit the scale of power generation.
Temperature alone would do it; engines create heat, which must be removed for best efficiency.