Modular Turbine Exhaust Collector Orientation Redirection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing turbine systems face challenges with the cost and footprint of heat recovery equipment, as well as the inflexibility and high cost of changing the routing direction of exhaust gases.
Innovation Solution
A modular exhaust collector that can be arranged in multiple orientations (vertical, lateral) to redirect exhaust flows, allowing for flexible installation and reconfiguration without requiring structural modifications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If heat recovery equipment is added to the turbine system, then energy utilization is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The exhaust collector is divided into multiple modular segments that can be independently configured. Each segment contains standardized connection interfaces, allowing the system to be assembled in different configurations without requiring complete redesign or additional complex equipment
Solution Approach 2:
The modular exhaust collector segments are designed with universal connection interfaces and standardized dimensions, enabling them to perform multiple functions including exhaust collection, heat recovery integration, and directional routing changes without requiring specialized components for each function
2Adaptability or versatility
If the routing direction of exhaust is changed, then system adaptability is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The exhaust collector system incorporates movable and reconfigurable segments that can be dynamically adjusted to change exhaust routing directions. The modular design allows segments to be repositioned or reoriented without requiring structural modifications to the entire system
Solution Approach 2:
The modular segments can be arranged in different spatial configurations including vertical, lateral, and angled orientations. By utilizing three-dimensional space and varying the dimensional arrangement of segments, the system achieves multiple routing directions from a single standardized component set
3Manufacturing precision
If a fixed orientation exhaust collector is used, then manufacturing precision is improved, but adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The exhaust collector is segmented into modular units with standardized connection interfaces. Each segment can be manufactured with high precision using standardized processes, while the overall system achieves adaptability through the combination of these precision-manufactured modules in different configurations
Solution Approach 2:
The modular segments are designed with universal connection features that maintain manufacturing precision while enabling multiple installation orientations and configurations. The standardized interfaces ensure precise alignment and connection regardless of the final system configuration
Data Source
AI summary
A system includes a modular exhaust collector configured to be arranged in a first orientation or a second orientation. The modular exhaust collector is configured to receive an exhaust flow along an inlet axis, to direct the exhaust flow along a first direction through an outlet when in the first orientation, and to direct the exhaust flow along a second direction through the outlet when in the second orientation. The modular exhaust collector includes an exhaust passage to receive the exhaust flow, a plurality of compressor discharge (CD) ports, a plurality of flow ports, a bottom face opposite the outlet with a first drain, and a first side wall with a second drain between the bottom face and the outlet. Each CD port is disposed a first radial distance from the inlet axis, and each flow port is disposed a second radial distance from the inlet axis.