Sootblowing optimization for improved boiler performance
US8498746B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 7, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 7, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T436/12
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sootblowing control system that uses predictive models to bridge the gap between sootblower operation and boiler performance goals. The system uses predictive modeling and heuristics (rules) associated with different zones in a boiler to determine an optimal sequence of sootblower operations and achieve boiler performance targets. The system performs the sootblower optimization while observing any operational constraints placed on the sootblowers.
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