Fluid mechanics and thermodynamics of turbomachinery

Starting with background principles in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics, this title discusses axial flow turbines and compressors, centrifugal pumps, fans, and compressors, and radial flow gas turbines, hydraulic turbines, and wind turbines.

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Main Authors: Dixon, S.L (Author), Hall, C.A (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam ; Boston Butterworth-Heinemann 2014
Edition:Seventh edition
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Table of Contents:
  • 1 Introduction basic principles
  • 2 Dimensional analysis similitude
  • 3 Two-dimensional cascades
  • 4 Axial-flow turbines: mean-line analysis and design
  • 5 Axial-flow compressors and ducted fans
  • 6 Three-dimensional flows in axial turbomachines
  • 7 Centrifugal pumps, fans, and compressors
  • 8 Radial flow gas turbines
  • Hydraulic turbines
  • Hydraulic turbines