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Consumption

The total energy used over time. Consumption is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh). Compare with demand.

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Compressor rear frame (CRF)

A structural section at the back of the compressor that supports internal components and helps to guide airflow toward the next stage of the system.

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Compressor

A basic component of a gas turbine that squeezes incoming air into a smaller volume, which increases the air pressure and temperature to enable combustion.

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Combustor (COMB)

A chamber in a gas turbine where compressed air mixes with fuel and ignites, which creates hot, high-pressure gas that spins the turbine to produce power.

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Combustion

A rapid chemical reaction between a fuel, like natural gas, and oxygen that releases significant heat, which drives aeroderivative engines to generate electricity.

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Combined heat and power (CHP)

The sequential generation of electricity and useful heat from the same fuel. Also known as cogeneration.

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