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Energy conservation in compressed‐air systems
Author(s) -
Kaya Durmus,
Phelan Patrick,
Chau David,
Ibrahim Sarac H.
Publication year - 2002
Publication title -
international journal of energy research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.808
H-Index - 95
eISSN - 1099-114X
pISSN - 0363-907X
DOI - 10.1002/er.823
Subject(s) - compressed air , gas compressor , air compressor , compressed air energy storage , installation , energy conservation , environmental science , engineering , efficient energy use , automotive engineering , waste management , mechanical engineering , energy storage , electrical engineering , power (physics) , physics , quantum mechanics
In this paper, we evaluate and quantify the energy losses associated with compressed‐air systems, and their costs to manufacturers. We also show how to reduce the cost of compressed air in existing facilities by making some modifications with attractive payback periods. Among the measures, we investigate to reduce the compressed air are: (1) repairing air leaks, (2) installing high‐efficiency motors, (3) reducing the average air inlet temperature by using outside air (4) reducing compressor air pressure. We also illustrate the potential saving associated with each measure by using realistic examples. Copyright © 2002 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.