Key words
pumps, compressors
Objectives
The student learns the principles, use, analysis and calculation of different types of pumps and compressors
Topics
Centrifugal pumps : construction.Types.Impeller. Velocity triangles. Pump head. Characteristic curves. Efficiency. Capacity regulation. Pump selection. Cavitation. Stability. Specific speed. Series and parallel operation. Special impeller pumps. Excercises.
Piston pumps : construction. Pressure calculation. Accumulators. Axial and radial piston pump.
Special pump types : Gear pumps. Screw pump. Van pump. Lobe pump.
Compressors : one stage and multistage piston compressors. Rotary compressors. Screw compressors.
Prerequisites
Mechanics I and II
Final Objectives
AC2 : the student is able to collect and use technical and scientific information concerning pumps and compressors.
SCA1 : the student is able to apply theoretical and practical knowledge : mechanics, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
SC2 : the student is able to provide simple industrial solutions related to pumps and compressors
Materials used
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Syllabus : "Toegepaste Mechanica I" - Christian Vandenplas
Study costs
about 7 Euros
Study guidance
The lecturer is always available during or in-between lectures.
website : dokeos.hogent.be
Teaching Methods
Lectures and practical work.
Assessment
Written examination. Exercise (66%)
Written report (34%)
Lecturer(s)
ir Christian Vandenplas
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