| Title | Operational History of the Geothermal Loop Experimental Facility at the Salton Sea KGRA |
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| Authors | Jacobson, W. O. |
| Year | 1978 |
| Conference | Geothermal Resources Council Transactions |
| Keywords | Power Generation; USA; California; Imperial; Salton Sea; Flash Binary; Dual Flash; Steam; Corrosion; Scaling; GLEF; Heat Transfer; Process Flow Diagram |
| Abstract | The Geothermal Loop Experimental Facility at the Salton Sea KGRA was designed based on information and assumptions available in the early 19701's. Generally successful operation has enabled a detailed study of conversion cycles and risk associated with commercial geothermal power production at this resource to be completed. The study concluded that a two stage flash cycle is optimum for near term development rather than the original four stage flash/binary process. Principal remaining risks are related to the Salton Sea brines. Reliable production, handling and injection of these brines are expected to be demonstrated in future activity. |