The Westinghouse 501D Combustion Turbine Engine

The Westinghouse 501D combustion turbine engine is the latest in a long line of Westinghouse designed and manufactured large single shaft heavy duty gas turbines designed especially for 60 Hz utility or industrial service. This 100 MW engine is described along with the design techniques utilized and the evolutionary changes made from previous engines. Also described are the component, shop, and field test conducted to bring the engine to fruition.Copyright © 1981 by ASME