This fully illustrated Handbook can help you understand the structure and operation of compressors of all types.Design or select compressors for any use, from power-cleaning to chemical processes follow step-by-step design procedures for fewer errors and optimized results specify leading-edge materials, components, and lubricants. Operate and maintain all types of compressors at peak efficiency answer questions on and provide designs for ancillary and auxiliary equipment invent new applications for compressor technology easily find tabular data on gas properties, efficiency curves, compression ratios, and horsepower, plus definitions of nomenclature.
Contributors
Preface
Chapter 1 : Compressor Theory
Chapter 2 : Compressor Performance - Positive Displacement
Chapter 3 : Compressor Performance - Dynamic
Chapter 4 : Centrifugal Compressors - Construction and Testing
Chapter 5 : Compressor Analysis
Chapter 6 : Compressor and Piping System Simulation
Chapter 7 : Very High Pressure Compressors (over 100 MPa [14500 psi]
Chapter 8 : CNG Compressors
Chapter 9 : Liquid Transfer/Vapor Recovery
Chapter 10 : Compressed Natural Gas for Vehicle Fueling
Chapter 11 : Gas Boosters
Chapter 12 : Scroll Compressors
Chapter 13 : Straight Lobe Compressors
Chapter 14 : The Oil-Flooded Rotary Screw Compressor
Chapter 15 : Diaphragm Compressors
Chapter 16 : Rotary Compressor Seals
Chapter 17 : Reciprocating Compressor Sealing
Chapter 18 : Compressor Lubrication
Chapter 19 : Principles of Bearing Design
Chapter 20 : Compressor Valves
Chapter 21 : Compressor Control Systems
Chapter 22 : Compressor Foundations
Chapter 23 : Packaging Compressors
Appendix A
Index
