Abstract
The flexibility of the Gas Turbine to be configured to meet the requirements of various applications is outstanding. The basic engine cycle can be modified in a number of ways to enhance performance in chosen applications. This paper presents a performance analysis procedure for the choice of optimum combined gas and steam turbine power plants for cruise ships. Performance of various arrangements of gas turbine based plants in terms of combined generation capacity of propulsion power, electricity and heat are analyzed and matched with the demands of the vessel at various operating modes to determine the most suitable plants for given cruise ship type. In particular, cycles with integrated electric propulsion systems were evaluated in various combinations of conventional prime movers for ship power plants namely; diesel engines, gas turbines and steam turbines. Key evaluation criteria are fuel economy, effectiveness of operation, investment and profitability and emissions control. Results of the analyses are summarized and presented for direct assessment of the relative merits of the plants.
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