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Compressors

Selection and Sizing

By: Royce N Brown

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Hardcover | 24 June 2005 | Edition Number 3

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This practical reference provides in-depth information required to understand and properly estimate compressor capabilities and to select the proper designs. Engineers and students will gain a thorough understanding of compression principles, equipment, applications, selection, sizing, installation, and maintenance. The many examples clearly illustrate key aspects to help readers understand the "real world" of compressor technology.

Compressors: Selection and Sizing, third edition is completely updated with new API standards. Additions requested by readers include a new section on diaphragm compressors in the reciprocating compressors chapter, and a new section on rotor dynamics stability in the chapter on diaphragm compressors.

The latest technology is presented in the areas of efficiency, 3-D geometry, electronics, CAD, and the use of plant computers. The critical chapter on negotiating the purchase of a compressor now reflects current industry practices for preparing detailed specifications, bid evaluations, engineering reviews, and installation. A key chapter compares the reliability of various types of compressors.

* Everything you need to select the right compressor for your specific application.
* Practical information on compression principles, equipment, applications, selection, sizing, installation, and maintenance.
* New sections on diaphragm compressors and an introduction to rotor dynamics stability.

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Preface	p. xi
Acknowledgments	p. xiii
About the Author	p. xv
Overview	p. 1
Introduction	p. 1
Compression Methods	p. 2
Intermittent Mode Compressors	p. 4
Continuous Compression Compressors	p. 12
Basic Relationships	p. 17
Introduction	p. 17
Gas and Vapor	p. 18
Compressibility	p. 19
Partial Pressure	p. 20
Gas Mixtures	p. 21
Specific Gravity	p. 22
Mixture Compressability	p. 23
Humidity	p. 23
Flow	p. 24
Acoustic Velocity	p. 28
Equations of State	p. 29
Theoretical Work	p. 32
Intercooling	p. 44
References	p. 51
Bibliography	p. 51
Reciprocating Compressors	p. 52
Introduction	p. 52
Piston Compressors	p. 53
Performance	p. 58
Mechanical Design	p. 71
Diaphragm Compressors	p. 96
Performance	p. 97
Selection and Sizing	p. 100
References	p. 122
Bibliography	p. 124
Rotary Compressors	p. 125
Common Features	p. 125
Helical-Lobe Compressors	p. 127
Straight-Lobe Compressors	p. 156
Sliding-Vane Compressors	p. 159
Liquid Piston Compressors	p. 164
References	p. 165
Centrifugal Compressors	p. 166
Introduction	p. 166
Performance	p. 182
Mechanical Design	p. 223
Shaft End Seals	p. 249
References	p. 260
Bibliography	p. 261
Axial Compressors	p. 262
Historical Background	p. 262
Performance	p. 264
Mechanical Design	p. 286
References	p. 294
Bibliography	p. 294
Drivers	p. 295
Introduction	p. 295
Compressors and Motors	p. 307
Variable Frequency Drives	p. 317
Steam Turbines	p. 323
Gas Engines	p. 333
Gas Turbines	p. 334
Expansion Turbines	p. 338
References	p. 342
Bibliography	p. 343
Accessories	p. 344
Introduction	p. 344
Dry Gas Seal Systems	p. 367
Gears	p. 371
Couplings	p. 377
Instrumentation	p. 386
Vibration	p. 395
Control	p. 402
References	p. 413
Bibliography	p. 413
Dynamics	p. 415
Introduction	p. 415
Balance	p. 416
Balance Methods	p. 421
Reciprocating Shaking Forces	p. 427
Rotary Shaking Forces	p. 432
Rotor Dynamics	p. 432
References	p. 451
Testing	p. 453
Introduction	p. 453
Operational Tests	p. 457
References	p. 484
Bibliography	p. 485
Negotiation and Purchasing	p. 487
Introduction	p. 487
Preliminary Sizing	p. 489
Inquiry Specifications	p. 490
Writing the Specification	p. 492
Bid/Quotation	p. 504
Bid Evaluation	p. 504
Pre-Award Meeting	p. 505
Purchase Specification	p. 506
Award Contract	p. 506
Coordination Meeting	p. 506
Engineering Reviews	p. 507
Inspections	p. 508
Tests	p. 508
Shipment	p. 510
Site Arrival	p. 511
Installation and Startup	p. 511
Successful Operation	p. 513
Bibliography	p. 513
Reliability Issues	p. 515
General Overview	p. 515
The Installation	p. 518
Compressors	p. 523
Drivers	p. 527
Applications	p. 529
Operations	p. 532
System Components	p. 535
Quality	p. 536
References	p. 543
Bibliography	p. 543
Appendix A	p. 545
Appendix B	p. 547
Appendix C	p. 582
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