| abstract |
An integrated bottoming cycle system for use in a gas turbine engine is provided. An integrated bottoming cycle system includes a compressor / pump 130, a cooling circuit 300 downstream of the compressor / pump 130, a bottoming cycle heat exchanger 140, and a heating circuit 190 downstream of the bottoming cycle heat exchanger 140; A plurality of turbine components in communication with the cooling circuit 300 and / or the heating circuit 190 to maximize overall plant efficiency and economics. [Selection] Figure 1 |