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Old 05-22-2008
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Default steam turbine vs steam engine

What are the differences between a steam turbine and a steam engine?
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Kid,
I guess you can say their principles are similar since they both use steam to provide mechanical energy.... a steam turbine normally is a prime mover which is coupled to a generator thus producing electrical power. A steam engine uses steam to convert into mechanical energy to drive a shaft, wheels, etc. ie. a steam locomotive.
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Thanks TechGuy.....quick reply =)
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Greetings
I am commissioning a D11 Steam Turbine-I have bee told its difficult to start:
Can anyone give me some details of their startup problems?
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