This dissertation studies the design and off-design of electricity generation with organic Rankine cycle systems recovering fluctuating waste heat from heavy industry. The potential for the German energy-intensive industry is assessed and methods for the optimal design and part-load operation of industrial organic Rankine cycle units are developed and demonstrated. A considerable improvement in economic performance is achieved by using the developed methods, thus increasing the competitiveness of the organic Rankine cycle technology and reducing the environmental impact of industrial processes.
Roberto Pili
Waste heat recovery Organic Rankine Cycle Energy systems