Why Fuel Nozzles Are Critical for Gas Turbine Performance
Fuel nozzles may not be substantial entities in a turbine, but they are the first step in defining everything that occurs in the combustor (to the turbine’s performance). When the fuel nozzle meters, atomizes and distributes fuel, with consistency and accuracy; the turbine lights off “clean”, operates at intended efficiency, and emissions goals are met. When it is not performing; operators have to deal with potential range issues (flames being …