Reduce gas turbine cooling flow and increase performance with GE’s Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) upgrade. By combining unique strength and durability characteristics with the high temperature capability of ceramic, CMC represents a pinnacle of material capability for 7F gas turbines. This composite material is molded to form the stage 1 shroud used in the AGP solution, and represents the first-of-its-kind use on heavy duty gas turbine hardware. Benefits of this upgrade include:
• Increased gas turbine output by 0.61 percent • Improved gas turbine heat rate by as much as 0.21%