Fundamentals of Turbomachinery

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ISBN: 9781394273546

Theory and Applications

by Ryoichi Samuel Amano, William W. Peng

2nd Edition

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

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Print ISBN	9781394273546
eText ISBN	9781394273553
Publisher	Wiley-Blackwell
Publishing Year	2025
Edition	2nd Edition
Language	English
Pages	432

Fundamentals of Turbomachinery, 2nd Edition presents fluid mechanics principles and analytical methods for evaluating rotating mechanical equipment. Published as an instructional textbook, the work connects fundamental fluid movement theory directly to practical power generation systems.

The content explores energy transfer mechanisms across diverse engineering contexts. Early thematic sections examine fans and blowers before moving into high-capacity gas turbines and steam turbines. Subsequent modules detail hybrid power generation setups alongside renewable energy solutions, specifically covering wind turbines and modern energy capture and storage technology.

A dedicated chapter on computational fluid dynamics supplies numerical modeling methods to analyze complex fluid behavior within rotating passages. This structure offers practice for academic curricula in technical engineering fields.

Chapter 1: Introduction
- • 1.1 Definition
- • 1.2 Types of Turbomachines
- • 1.3 Applications of Turbomachines
- • 1.4 Performance Characteristics
- • 1.5 Method of Analysis
- • 1.6 Historical Evolution of Turbomachines
- • 1.7 Organization of the Book
Chapter 2: Basic Theories
- • 2.1 Similitude
- • 2.2 Energy Transfer in Turbomachines
Chapter 3: Pumps
- • 3.1 Centrifugal Pumps
- • 3.2 Axial-Flow Pumps and Fans
Chapter 4: Compressors
- • 4.1 Centrifugal Fans, Blowers, and Compressors
- • 4.2 Axial-Flow Compressors
Chapter 5: Gas Turbines
- • 5.1 Introduction
- • 5.2 Radial-Inflow Gas Turbine
- • 5.3 Thermodynamic Processes in Radial-Inflow Gas Turbine
- • 5.4 Thermodynamics of Axial-Flow Turbine
- • 5.5 Degree of Reaction
- • 5.6 Preliminary Design Procedure for Turbine Stage
- • 5.7 Determination of Turbine Stage Efficiency
- • 5.8 Axial-Flow Turbine Performance
- • 5.9 Compressor and Turbine Matching
- • 5.10 Other Topics Related to Gas Turbine Engine
- • 5.11 Applications of Gas Turbine Engines
- • 5.12 Manufacturing Challenges on High-Temperature Gas Turbine Components
Chapter 6: Steam Turbines
- • 6.1 Introduction
- • 6.2 Velocity-Compounded Stage
- • 6.3 Classification of Steam Turbines
- • 6.4 Steam Turbine Parameters and Performance
- • 6.5 Cogeneration and Combined-Cycle Plants
Chapter 7: Hydraulic Turbines
- • 7.1 Introduction
- • 7.2 Pelton Turbines
- • 7.3 Francis Turbines
- • 7.4 Kaplan Turbines
Chapter 8: Wind Turbines
- • 8.1 Introduction to Wind Power
- • 8.2 Actuator Theory
- • 8.3 Types of Wind Turbines
- • 8.4 Wind Turbine Characteristics and Preliminary Design Analysis
- • 8.5 Variable-Speed Performance of Wind Turbines
- • 8.6 Wind Turbine Applications
- • 8.7 Icing Problem
Chapter 9: Artificial Intelligence as a New Frontier in Turbomachinery Design and Applications
- • 9.1 Introduction
- • 9.2 Machine Learning
- • 9.3 Data Governance
- • 9.4 Revolutionizing Turbomachinery with Machine Learning
- • 9.5 Conclusions
Chapter 10: Computational Fluid Dynamics in Turbomachinery
- • 10.1 Introduction
- • 10.2 CFD Application Advances in Turbomachinery
- • 10.3 Fundamentals of CFD Methodologies in Turbomachinery
- • 10.4 Applications of CFD in Turbomachinery Design and Analysis
Chapter A: Review on Thermodynamics and Compressible Flow
- • A. 1 Thermodynamic Properties
- • A. 2 Thermodynamic Processes
- • A. 3 Other Thermoflow 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
Chapter B: Airfoil Characteristics
- • B. 1 Flow Over Objects
- • B. 2 Airfoil Geometry
- • B. 3 NACA Airfoil Specifications
Chapter C: conversion Factors and Some constants
Chapter D: Thermodynamic Properties of Air, Water, Superheated Steam, and CO 2 at STP (14.7 psia, 60 ∘ F)
Chapter E: Internal Diameter of Standard Pipe of Schedule 40