Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION.

1 1 Definition.

1 2 Types of Turbomachines.

1 3 Applications of Turbomachines.

1 4 Performance Characteristics.

1 5 Methods of Analysis.

1 6 Historical Evolution of Turbomachines.

1 7 Organization of the Book.

References.

Chapter 2: Dimensional Analysis.

2 1 Dimensions and Dimensional Homogeneity.

2 2 Buckingham Pi Theorem.

2 3 Other Nondimensional Parameters for Turbomachines.

2 4 Similarity Laws.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 3: Energy Transfer In Turbomachines.

3 1 Review on Fluid Mechanics Related to Turbomachinery.

3 2 Energy in Flowing Fluids.

3 3 Euler Equations.

3 4 Equations for Axial Flow Machines.

3 5 Equations for Mixed and Radial Flow Machines.

3 6 Degree of Reaction.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 4: Centrifugal Pumps.

4 1 Basic Construction and Classification.

4 2 Basic Working Principles.

4 3 Performance Characteristics.

4 4 Cavitation.

4 5 Performance Modifications.

4 6 Preliminary Design Procedure.

4 7 Pump Performance Tests.

4 8 Pumping Systems.

4 9 Pump Applications.

4 10 Pump Selections.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 5: Axial Flow Pumps and Fans.

5 1 Introduction.

5 2 Flow over Isolated Airfoils.

5 3 Axial Flow Cascade.

5 4 Preliminary Design Procedure.

5 5 Three Dimensional Flow Effects Radial Equilibrium Requirement.

5 6 Fans Test.

5 7 Fans Application.

5 8 Fans and Systems.

5 9 Fans Selection.

5 10 Propellers.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 6: Centrifugal Fans, Blowers and Compressors.

6 1 Classification.

6 2 Performance Parameters and Characteristics.

6 3 Change of Performance.

6 4 Polytropic Efficiency.

6 5 Preliminary Design of Centrifugal Fans.

6 6 Preliminary Design of Centrifugal Compressors.

6 7 Applications of Centrifugal Compressors.

6 8 Selection of Compressors.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 7: Axial Flow Compressors.

7 1 Introduction.

7 2 Basic Theory.

7 3 Preliminary Design of Compressor Stage.

7 4 Determination of Stage Efficiency.

7 5 Effects of Compressibility and Shock Waves.

7 6 Axial Flow Compressor Performance.

7 7 Surge and Stall in Compressor and the Remedies.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 8: Gas Turbines.

8 1 Introduction.

8 2 Thermodynamics of Axial Flow Turbine.

8 3 Degree of Reaction.

8 4 Preliminary Design Procedure for Turbine Stage.

8 5 Determination of Turbine Stage Efficiency.

8 6 Axial Flow Turbine Performance.

8 7 Compressor, Turbine Matching.

8 8 Radial Inflow Gas Turbine.

8 9 Thermodynamic Processes in Radial Inflow Gas Turbine.

8 10 Other Topics Related to Gas Turbine Engine.

8 11 Applications of Gas Turbine Engine.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 9: Steam Turbines.

9 1 Introduction.

9 2 Velocity Compounded Stage.

9 3 Classification of Steam Turbines.

9 4 Steam Turbines Parameters and Performance.

9 5 Cogeneration and Combined Cycle Plants.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 10: Hydraulic Turbines.

10 1 Introduction to Hydropower.

10 2 Types of Hydraulic Turbines.

10 3 Selection of Hydraulic Turbines.

10 4 Hydraulic Turbine Performance Characteristics.

10 5 Pelton Turbine.

10 6 Francis Turbine and Kaplan Turbine.

References.

Problems.

Chapter 11: Wind Turbines.

11 1 Introduction to Wind Power.

11 2 Actuator Theory.

11 3 Types of Wind Turbines.

11 4 Wind Turbines Characteristics and Preliminary Design Analysis.

11 5 Variable Speed Performance of Wind Turbines.

11 6 Wind Turbine Applications.

References.

Problems.

Appendix A: Review on Thermodynamics and Compressible Flow.

A 1 Thermodynamic Properties.

A 2 Thermodynamic Processes.

A 3 Other Thermo Flow Properties.

A 4 Adiabatic Efficiencies of Flow Components.

A 5 Thermodynamic Cycles.

A 6 Thermodynamic Cycles of Gas Turbine Engines.

A 7 Rankine Cycles with Vapor.

A 8 Compressible Flow through a Channel.

A 9 Normal Shock Waves.

A 10 Oblique Shock Waves.

References.

Problems.

Appendix B: Airfoil Characteristics.

B 1 Flow Over Objects.

B 2 Airfoil Geometry.

B 3 NACA Airfoil Specification.

References.

Appendix C: CFD Applications to Turbomachines Design and Flow Analysis.

Appendix D: Conversion Factors & Some Constants.

Appendix E: Thermodynamic Properties of Air and Water at STP.

Appendix F Internal Diameter of Standard Pipe of Schedule 40.

Appendix G Compressibility Chart.