Systems cost performance

The cost of shaftwork required to run a refrigeration system can be estimated approximately as a multiple of the shaftwork required for an ideal system. The performance of an ideal system is given by... 

The principal functions of food packaging are to protect the food contents from physical damage, losses, or deterioration, and to faciUtate distribution from processor to consumer. Food packaging also must attractively identify the product and must perform these functions at minimum system cost because the package itself has no intrinsic value to the consumer. In 1992, food packaging represented about 57% of the United States more than 70 biUion packaging industry. 

Because branched ketones and aromatic hydrocarbons are used for their cost/performance benefits, they became the solvents of choice for many apphcations. Numerous solvent systems had to be reformulated to comply with Rule 66. This usually meant an increase in cost, sometimes accompanied by performance degradation. Rule 66-type regulations were adopted in many other states and cities as well. Federal specifications for coatings and many other solvent-containing materials also incorporate Rule 66 requirements. 

Thermoplastic composites can be classified according to use, cost, performance, or processing methods. In the following discussion of the chemistry of the resin systems utilized in composites, three classes are considered ... 

The evaluation of existing systems and the most recent audit reports provide a baseline for efficiency and cost performance from which any improvements can be measured. Historical performance will provide a baseline for end-of-pipe improvements. The measurement system itself will measure improvement the initial record of performance provides a baseline... 

Cost of the packing and its effect on the system costs must be considered, as some packings are much more expensive than others, yet produce very little improved performance. Table 9-17 presents some comparative information. The most common packings and hence the ones with the most available data are Raschig rings, Berl saddles, several saddle types and Pall Rings (Norton Co.) or equivalent. 

Exact performance can be given only by the manufacturer for a specified turbine selected to operate at a particular set of conditions. However, estimates can be made which are usually quite satisfactory for general evaluations and comparisons. The most useful criteria are the steam rate and the system cost. Steam rate is the flow of steam in pounds per brake horsepower output per hour through the turbine. It is established for a definite shaft horsepower output, given steam pressure and temperature, exhaust system pressure, and shaft rpm ... 

The cost of passive gas control systems is low. The passive concept has virtually no operating or maintenance costs. However, it is recommended that periodic inspections be made and that the surface gas be periodically monitored in the area being protected to ensure that the systems are performing their intended functions. 

Another important parameter that has to be taken into account when choosing the appropriate diffusion layer is the overall cost of the material. In the last few years, a number of cost analysis studies have been performed in order to determine fuel cell system costs now and in the future, depending on the power output, size of the system, and number of xmits. Carlson et al. [1] reported that in 2005 the manufacturing costs of diffusion layers (for both anode and cathode sides) corresponded to 5% of the total cost for an 80 kW direct hydrogen fuel cell stack (assuming 500,000 units) used in the automotive sector. The total value for the DLs was US 18.40 m-, which included two carbon cloths (E-TEK GDL LT 1200-W) with 27 wt% P ILE, an MPL with PTFE, and Cabot carbon black. Capital, manufacturing, tooling, and labor costs were included in the total. 

Cooling System Costs Cooling System Performance... 

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