Abstract
The requirement was to supply 4 MW of electricity and sufficient fresh water by desalination to meet the needs of 500 people on this remote island. The principal factors influencing the selection of the prime movers included proven reliability, ease of maintenance, and compactness. The engines were also required to supply a continually fluctuating electrical load whilst maintaining strict frequency conditions. Maximum utilization of waste heat was required for fresh water production, and two systems working independently from the jacket water and exhaust heat were evolved. The testing of the station as a whole to determine performance and overall efficiencies for the diesel engines is described.
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