"Okay moving on, after we have the ce, let''s move on to the power nt itself. As it is located in the coal-rich regions, the power nt would be coal-fired and can produce up to 20 megawatts, and can power an entire city. For context, James Russell''s Pearl Street Station in New York City had an initial capacity of about 700 kilowatts and served about 85 customers in a one-mile radius. But as the years go on, they are increasing their capacity to meet up the demands."


    "Twenty megawatts, that''s quite a lot, given the fact that the primary use of electricity was for street lighting, some industrial applications, and limited residential use only."


    "We will have to take ount of the future demands as well," Poul said. "And didn''t I tell you before? We are not only going to produce electricity but make technology that uses electricity as well such as home appliances and the likes."


    Amelia, who has been listening at the meeting the whole time couldn''t help but feel left out. She can''tprehend what the two are talking about as the topic focuses primarily on electricity. Wanting to feel more involved, Amelia raised her hand.


    "Uhm…Mr. Nielsen, howe your designed power nt can produce 28 times more than James Russell?"


    "Ah, I see your point. The reason our power nt can produce 28 times more power than Russell''s Pearl Street Station is primarily due to the use of steam turbines instead of reciprocating steam engines. Steam turbines are more efficient and can generate more power than reciprocating steam engines of the same size.


    "Steam turbines work by directing high-pressure steam through a series of des mounted on a shaft, causing the shaft to rotate at high speeds. This rotary motion is then converted into electricity by a generator.


    "Using steam turbines allows us to generate arger amount of electricity with fewer machines and in a morepact spacepared to a nt that uses reciprocating steam engines. This technology enables our power nt to produce 20 megawatts, which is significantly more than Russel''s Pearl Street Station."


    "Is that so?" Amelia hummed, despite Poul exining it to her simply, she couldn''t still understand it. Science is beyond her. "I still don''t understand it. Howe that steam turbine produces more electricity than reciprocating engines? I''m sorry, Mr. Nielsen, as a secretary of yourpany, I want to at least understand the basic principles of the technology."


    "Of course, Amelia. I''ll be happy to provide a simpler exnation of how steam turbines produce more electricity than reciprocating steam engines," Mr. Nielsen replied patiently.


    "Think of a reciprocating steam engine as a series of back-and-forth movements, like a piston. The steam pushes the piston in one direction, and then it moves back as the steam pressure drops. This back-and-forth motion is then converted into rotary motion to drive a generator, which produces electricity. Now, the back-and-forth motion of reciprocating steam engines contribute to energy losses, making it less efficient, because of factors like friction and heat losses that ur during the piston''s movement.


    "Every time the piston changes direction, it has to ovee the inertia of theponents and friction between moving parts, which results in some energy being lost as heat. This reduces the overall efficiency of the reciprocating engine in converting the steam''s energy into mechanical energy and, ultimately, electricity.


    "On the other hand, steam turbines have fewer moving parts, and their continuous rotary motion reduces energy losses due to friction and heat. Imagine a steam turbine as a spinning top. In this case, the steam flows continuously over a set of des mounted on a rotating shaft. As the steam passes over the des, it transfers its energy to the shaft, causing it to spin at high speeds. The spinning shaft is connected to a generator that produces electricity.


    "So, in simple terms, steam turbines are like spinning tops that can efficiently convert the energy from steam into electricity, while reciprocating steam engines are like back-and-forth pistons that are less efficient at converting the steam''s energy."


    Amelia nodded, appreciating Mr. Nielsen''s effort to simplify the concept for her. "Thank you, Mr. Nielsen. That helps me understand it a lot better."


    "No problem, if you have a question, just ask," Poul said with a reassuring smile.


    "Oh, I do, Mr. Nielsen, the steam turbine that you are talking about, is it already avable?"


    "No, we are going to be the ones who will make steam turbines," Poul said.


    Jonathan nodded, chuckling. "I knew this would lead to this."


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    "Assume that we have the power nt built, how do you n on transmitting that electricity to the city?"


    "Of course with power lines," Poul replied the obvious. "Of course, I''m kidding, in order to transmit electricity to our customers, we have to build a series of transmission lines and substations. More importantly, the transformers. Looks like we are going to need Caroline''s expertise."


    "Ah, I see where this is going," Jonathan hummed in realization. "You want her to build a cont for the transformers right?"


    "Exactly," Poul nodded. "Transformers are essential for efficient transmission of electricity over long distances, but they generate a considerable amount of heat. Caroline''s expertise in chemical engineering will be invaluable. Though let''s wonder if she can do it, after all, that substance is dangerous."


    "Uhm…what substance are you talking about, Mr. Nielsen?" Amelia asked again.


    "Polychlorinated biphenyl," Poul revealed.


    "Polychlori…what?" Amelia repeated.


    "Polychlorinated biphenyl, or PCB for short," Poul repeated, noticing Amelia''s confusion. "It''s a toxic chemical but has excellent insting and heat-resistant properties. However, they are toxic and environmentally persistent, which means they don''t break down easily and can umte in the environment."


    Amelia''s eyes widened in concern. "That sounds dangerous. Are we sure we want to use something like that?"


    Jonathan stepped in, "That''s where Caroline''s expertisees into y. She will be working on developing a safer alternative to PCBs for use as a cont in our transformers, and other systems. We want to ensure that our operations are not only efficient but also environmentally responsible."


    Amelia nodded, feeling reassured by Jonathan''s exnation. "I understand now. Thank you for rifying that."


    "Though I wonder what Caroline is going to make?" Poul hummed in thought. "Ester-based fluids or fluorinated fluids? He mumbled to himself.


    "Are you saying something, Mr. Nielsen?" Amelia asked.


    "No, Ms. Weiss, let''s move on."


    "Let''s assume that we have built the power nts and the electrical equipment thates with it. It''ll attract the attention of other utility providers who use James Russell''s system. As we all know, direct current can only serve a few people over a shorter distance. It is also expensive to maintain as it requires a lot of maintenance work. Thosepanies wille to us and implement our system in theirs. That''s where we will sell them the electrical equipment. The generators, transformers, motors, turbines, lighting, switchgear, and transmission and distribution equipment. And I think that''s it."


    "I''ll work on the necessary papers and permits for the construction of the power nt and the establishment of the Axelsen & Nielsen Electric Manufacturing Company," Amelia said, jotting down notes as she spoke. I''ll also start reaching out to potential clients and business partners. We need to establish strong connections in the industry to ensure a sessfulunch of our new venture."


    "And I will help you Poul on building the power nt," Jonathan said. "You are going to need my expertise."


    Poul smiled, satisfied with the n they had outlined. "Excellent. Let''s get to work, shall we?"