Generator Foundations-Estimate on Size? 1

[IJR]

Pals

Dynamic analysis of these foundation is lengthy. Some rules of thumb exist, like making the foundation wide and with weight about 3 times that of generator.

But is there a simplified method to estimate size of foundation given just the weight of generator?

respects

ijr

 

[kslee1000]

Check GE's website, I remember they have some literature on design/analysis aspects of generator foundation.

 

[Bribyk]

Caterpillar recommends the foundation be adequately strong (that where the structural's come in) and that it should be at least equal to the weight of the driver and generator.

 

[IJR]

kslee1000

Could you please type in the link to ge publications here? I have trouble accessing the publication area.

respects
ijr

 

[kslee1000]

Get to link below, and contact them through email provided. I will try to locate my old copy and upload it.

http://gepower.com/prod_serv/products/generators/en/index.htm

 

[kslee1000]

IJR:

The title of the GE literature is "Gas Turbine Station and Foundation Manual" with serial No. GET-2910. It is a 30 page booklet, which exceeds the scanning capacity in my office. You may request your own copy from them if it is still in print.

However, I have attached 3 article clips, hope they help in certain way.

 

[kslee1000]

Here is the 2nd.

 

[kslee1000]

The last.

 

[kslee1000]

Sorry. Here we go.

 

[IJR]

kslee1000

a million thanks

ijr

 

[kslee1000]

You are welcome. Hope all helps.

 

[BUNAIN]

I ADVISE YOU TO LOOK AT BS CP 2012.
THIS CODE HAS VERY GOOD ADVICE ON THE DESIGN OF FOUNDATIONS FOR MACHINES/SOI PARAMETERS REQUIRED FOR DESIGN AND MANY REFERENCES FOR SUCH FOUNDATIONS.

REGARDS
BUNAIN