How Steam Turbines Work: Impulse vs Reaction Explained (Part 63)

Understand the Core Difference Between Impulse and Reaction Steam Turbines!

In this video, we explore the operating principles of impulse and reaction steam turbines. Using simplified animations and diagrams, we explain how each turbine type extracts energy from steam and how nozzle design, blade shape, and pressure drops differ.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

How impulse turbines use high-velocity jets
Why reaction turbines rely on pressure drop across blades
Stage configuration and energy conversion principles
Perfect for mechanical engineers, turbomachinery students, and curious energy enthusiasts.

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About the presenter:
• Recipient of the ASME Burt L. Newkirk Award.
• Recipient of the ASME Turbo Expo Best Paper Award (Structures and Dynamics Committee).
• Recipient of the Best Paper Award from International Rotor Dynamics Conference - IFToMM.
• Recipient of the ASME IGTI Young Engineer Award.
• Ph.D.
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