simple cycle power plant JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˈsɪmpl ˈsaɪkəl ˈpaʊər plænt/ · syl·ple · cy·cle · pow·er · plant
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- A power generation system that uses a simple thermodynamic cycle to convert heat energy into electrical energy. The simple cycle power plant was the first of its kind in the region, providing electricity to thousands of homes.
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- A type of power plant that uses a single stage of expansion to generate electricity. The simple cycle power plant was more efficient than the traditional steam turbine, but less efficient than the combined cycle plant.
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Did you know? The first simple cycle power plant was built in the late 19th century and was used to generate electricity for a small town in the United States.