H. Badr – Pumping Machinery. Theory and Practice (2015)

Автор: H. Badr
Название книги: Pumping Machinery. Theory and Practice (2015)
Формат: PDF
Жанр: Гидравлика и Пневматика
Страницы: 511
Качество: Изначально компьютерное, E-book

Pumping Machinery Theory and Practice comprehensively covers the theoretical foundation and applications of pumping machinery. Key features:

Covers characteristics of centrifugal pumps, axial flow pumps and displacement pumps
Considers pumping machinery performance and operational-type problems
Covers advanced topics in pumping machinery including multiphase flow principles, and two and three-phase flow pumping systems
Covers different methods of flow rate control and relevance to machine efficiency and energy consumption

Energy consumption in pumping systems accounts for approximately 20% of the world’s
electrical energy demand. Moreover, the operational cost of pumping machinery far
outweighs their capital cost. Accordingly, engineers strive for optimum equipment
performance for achieving economic operation. A thorough understanding of the components
and principles of operation of these machines will provide an opportunity to dramatically
reduce energy, operational and maintenance costs. Reducing energy consumption will also
complement the current thrust towards protecting our environment.
This book is intended to be a basic reference on theoretical foundation and applications of
various types of pumping machinery. In view of the great importance of pumps and
compressors in almost every engineering system, this book presents the fundamental
concepts underlying the flow processes taking place in these machines and the
transformation of mechanical energy into fluid power. Special emphasis is given to basic
theoretical formulation and design considerations of pumps and compressors in addition to
improving problem-solving skills. This is achieved through the presentation of solved
examples of applied nature using analytical means and/or basic engineering practices.
The book consists of ten chapters covering two main themes: the first smoothly introduces
the essential terminology, basic principles, design considerations, and operational-type
problems in pumping machinery. This part is supported by a good number of worked
examples plus problems at the end of each chapter for the benefit of senior undergraduate
students and junior engineers. This is considered a key feature of this book because other
books in this area rarely provide enough worked problems and exercises. The second theme
focuses on advanced topic such as two-phase flow pumping systems targeting practicing field
engineers and introductory research scientists.
The authors wish to acknowledge their students’ encouragement to write this book. The idea
was initiated by the first author after searching for a good textbook for an undergraduate
course in pumping machinery that he has been teaching for over 20 years. The absence of a
suitable textbook demanded the preparation of a set of course notes to help the students to a
better understanding of the subject. The support received from King Fahd University of
Petroleum & Minerals under Grant # IN111025 for the preparation of this textbook is greatly
appreciated.