An Overview of Thermodynamic Cycles Based on Direct Stoichiometric Combustion of Hydrogen and Oxygen

摘要

A review of high efficiency steam cycles is proposed. These cycles can be performed by powerplants totally or partially fed with hydrogen and oxygen. Fossil fuels can be employed for water heating and evaporation and for partial superheating. Efficiency higher than 60 per cent (with respect to HHV) can be achieved.