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Supercritical Steam Generator

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A supercritical steam generator is a type of boiler that operates at supercritical pressure and temperature, meaning above the point at which liquid water and steam become indistinguishable. It is used frequently in the production of electric power.

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Classification
Maturity
TRL 9: Actual System Proven in Operational Environment 1
Technology Type
boiler 1
Invented Year
1922 1
Sources
1. Supercritical steam generator - Wikipedia
  • Introduction
    is a type of boiler
  • History
    In 1922, Mark Benson was granted a patent for a boiler designed to convert water into steam at high pressure.
  • In Group: Heat Exchangers and Boiler Components, Lead
    A supercritical steam generator is a type of boiler that operates at supercritical pressure and temperature, frequently used in the production of electric power.
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