Why shaft eccentricity is not monitored in gas turbines?

Answer Posted / k w tay

Radial clearances in gas turbine are very large compare to steam turbine where eccentricity meter is essential during startup. Also gas turbine rotor are relatively shorter than steam turbine.

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