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Define the effectiveness of a regenerator used in gas-turbine cycles.
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A regenerator is a type of heat exchanger that recovers heat from the exhaust gas and uses it to preheat the air before it enters the combustion chamber. This process improves the efficiency of the cycle by reducing the amount of fuel needed to heat the air. Show more…
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