Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Turbomachinery , fourth edition

·                     Paperback: 353 pages

·                     Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 4 edition (1998)

·                     Language: English

Fluid Mechanics Worked Examples

·                     Hardcover: 300 pages

·                     Publisher: Inst of Chemical Engineers Uk (January 1998)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0852954050

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0852954058

Book Description
A collection of problems in fundamental fluid mechanics with accompanying solutions, aimed at supporting undergraduates and tutors involved in design projects.The book illustrates the application of theory in fluid mechanics and enables students new to the science to grasp fundamental concepts in the subject. The mathematical approach is simple for anyone with prior knowledge of basic engineering concepts. Additional problems at the end of each chapter aim to extend the reader’s experience in problem-solving and help develop a deeper understanding of the subject.

Fluidization Dynamics

·                     Hardcover: 256 pages

·                     Publisher: Elsevier; 1st edition (January 1, 2001)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0750650036

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0750650038

Book Description
Fluidization Dynamics has been written for students and engineers who find themselves involved with problems concerning the fluidized state. It presents an analysis that focuses directly on the problem of predicting the fluid dynamic behaviour of a proposed fluidized system for which empirical data is limited or unavailable.

The second objective is to provide a treatment of fluidization dynamics that is readily accessible to the non-specialist. The linear approach adopted in this book, starting with the formulation of predictive expressions for the basic forces that act on a fluidized particle, offers a clear way into the theory. The incorporation of the force terms into the conservation equations for mass and momentum and subsequent applications are presented in a manner that requires only the haziest recollection of elementary fluid-dynamics theory.

The analyses presented in this book represent a body of research that has appeared in numerous publications over the last 20 years. L.G. Gibilaro has taken the opportunity to reorder much of the material in the light of subsequent knowledge, to correct minor errors and inconsistencies and to add detail and clarification where necessary. This material helps to form the basis for university course modules in engineering and applied science at undergraduate and graduate level, as well as focused, post-experienced courses for the process, and allied industries.

Foundations of Fluid Mechanics

·                     Hardcover: 502 pages

·                     Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (2000)

·                     Language: English

Fundamentals and Technology of Combustion

·                     Hardcover: 864 pages

·                     Publisher: Elsevier Science; 1st edition (August 1, 2002)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0080441068

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0080441061

Book Description
Fundamentals and Technology of Combustion contains brief descriptions of combustion fundamental processes, followed by an extensive survey of the combustion research technology. It also includes mathematical combustion modeling of the processes covering mainly premixed and diffusion flames, where many chemical and physical processes compete in complex ways, for both laminar and turbulent flows. The combustion chemistry models that validate experimental data for different fuels are sufficiently accurate to allow confident predictions of the flame characteristics. This illustrates a unique bridge between combustion fundamentals and combustion technology, which provides a valuable technical reference for many engineers and scientists.

Moreover, the book gives the reader sufficient background of basic engineering sciences such as chemistry, thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics. The combustion research and mathematical models fit between small-scale laboratory burner flames, and large-scale industrial boilers, furnaces and combustion chambers. The materials have been collected from previous relevant research and some selected papers of the authors and co-workers, which have been presented mainly in different refereed journals, international conferences and symposia, thus providing a comprehensive collection.

Furthermore, the book includes some of the many recent general correlations for the characteristics of laminar, turbulent, premixed and diffusion flames in an easily usable form. The authors believe that further progress in optimizing combustion performance and reducing polluting emissions can only be treated through understanding of combustion chemistry.

Gas Purification

·                     Hardcover: 1414 pages

·                     Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing; 5 edition (August 28, 1997)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0884152200

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0884152200

Book Description
This massively updated and expanded fifth edition is the most complete, authoritative engineering treatment of the dehydration and gas purification processes used in industry today. Of great value to design and operations engineers, it gives practical process and equipment design descriptions, basic data, plant performance results, and other detailed information on gas purification processes and hardware. This latest edition incorporates all significant advances in the field since 1985.


You will find major new chapters on the rapidly expanding technologies of nitrogen oxide control, with discussions of regulatory requirements and available processes; absorption in physical solvents, covering single component and mixed solvent systems; and membrane permeation, with emphasis on the gas purification applications of membrane units. In addition, new sections cover areas of strong current interest, particularly liquid hydrocarbon treating, Claus plant tail gas treating, thermal oxidation of volatile organic compounds, and sulfur scavenging processes.

This volume brings you expanded coverage of alkanolamines for hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide removal, the removal and use of ammonia in gas purification, the use of alkaline salt solutions for acid gas removal, and the use of water to absorb gas impurities. The basic technologies and all significant advances in the following areas are thoroughly described: sulfur dioxide removal and recovery processes, processes for converting hydrogen sulfide to sulfur, liquid phase oxidation processes for hydrogen sulfide removal, the absorption of water vapor by dehydrating solutions, gas dehydration and purification by adsorption, and the catalytic and thermal conversion of gas impurities.

Gas Turbine Engineering Handbook , second edition

·                     Hardcover: 816 pages

·                     Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing; 2 edition (December 21, 2001)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0884157326

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0884157328

Handbook of Air Pollution Prevention and Control

·                     Hardcover: 576 pages

·                     Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 1 edition (2002)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0750674997

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0750674997

Food Processing Technology

·                     Paperback: 608 pages

·                     Publisher: CRC; 2 edition (July 11, 2000)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0849308879

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0849308871

Book Description

Food Processing Technology: Principles and Practices, Second Edition introduces students of food science and technology or biotechnology to the wide range of processing techniques that are used in food processing. It is a comprehensive-- yet basic -- text which offers an overview of most unit operations, while at the same time providing details of the processing equipment, operating conditions and the effects of processing on the biochemistry of foods. It also explores the sensory and nutritional qualities of such foods.

introduction to thermal systems engineering

·                     Hardcover: 567 pages

·                     Publisher: Wiley; Bk&CD-Rom edition (September 17, 2002)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0471204900

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0471204909

Book Description
This survey of thermal systems engineering combines coverage of thermodynamics, fluid flow, and heat transfer in one volume. Developed by leading educators in the field, this book sets the standard for those interested in the thermal-fluids market. Drawing on the best of what works from market leading texts in thermodynamics (Moran), fluids (Munson) and heat transfer (Incropera), this book introduces thermal engineering using a systems focus, introduces structured problem-solving techniques, and provides applications of interest to all engineers.

Advanced Blowout and Well Control

·                     Hardcover: 396 pages

·                     Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing (November 11, 1994)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 088415260X

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0884152606

Book Description
In petroleum industry drilling operations even the most simple blowout can kill people and cost millions of dollars in equipment losses - and millions more in environmental damage and ensuing litigation. Government environmental and safety requirements demand that operating companies and drilling contractor personnel be rigorously trained in well control procedures and in responding to blowouts when they occur.

The book reviews classical pressure control procedures. In addition, specific situations are presented along with detailed procedure to analyze alternatives and tackle problems. The use of fluid dynamics in well control, which the author pioneered, is given careful treatment, along with many other topics such as relief well operations, underground blowouts, slim hole drilling problems, and special services such as fire fighting, capping, and snubbing. Case histories are presented, analyzed, and discussed.

Advanced Gas Turbine Cycles

·                     Hardcover: 230 pages

·                     Publisher: Elsevier Limited (2003)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0080442730

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0080442730

Book Description

Primarily this book describes the thermodynamics of gas turbine cycles. The search for high gas turbine efficiency has produced many variations on the simple "open circuit" plant, involving the use of heat exchangers, reheating and intercooling, water and steam injection, cogeneration and combined cycle plants. These are described fully in the text.

A review of recent proposals for a number of novel gas turbine cycles is also included. In the past few years work has been directed towards developing gas turbines which produce less carbon dioxide, or plants from which the CO2 can be disposed of; the implications of a carbon tax on electricity pricing are considered.

Aerodynamics for Engineering Students

·                     Paperback: 608 pages

·                     Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 5 edition (September 15, 2001)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0750651113

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0750651110

Book Description
Already established as the leading course text on aerodynamics, Aerodynamics for Engineering Students has been revised to include the latest developments in flow control and boundary layers, and their influence on modern wing design, as well as introducing recent advances in the understanding of fundamental fluid dynamics. Computational methods have been expanded and updated to reflect the modern approaches to aerodynamic design and research in the aeronautical industry and elsewhere, and the structure of the text has been developed to reflect current course requirements.

The book is designed to be accessible and practical. Theory is developed logically within each chapter with notation, symbols and units well defined throughout, and the text is fully illustrated with worked examples and exercises

An Introduction to Predictive Maintenance

·                     Hardcover: 437 pages

·                     Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2 edition (October 2002)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0750675314

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0750675314

Book Description
This second edition of An Introduction to Predictive Maintenance helps plant, process, maintenance and reliability managers and engineers to develop and implement a comprehensive maintenance management program, providing proven strategies for regularly monitoring critical process equipment and systems, predicting machine failures, and scheduling maintenance accordingly.

Since the publication of the first edition in 1990, there have been many changes in both technology and methodology, including financial implications, the role of a maintenance organization, predictive maintenance techniques, various analyses, and maintenance of the program itself. This revision includes a complete update of the applicable chapters from the first edition as well as six additional chapters outlining the most recent information available.

BLAZEK Computational Fluid Dynamics

Boundary-Layer Theory ; seventh edition

·                     Hardcover: 801 pages

·                     Publisher: Springer; 7 edition (1979)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 3540662707

·                     ISBN-13: 978-3540662709

Cavitation and Bubble Dynamics

·                     Hardcover: 282 pages

·                     Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (February 9, 1995)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0195094093

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0195094091

Book Description
This book provides a coherent and unified treatment of the fundamental physical processes involved in bubbly dynamics and the phenomenon of cavitation. Of interest to a wide range of mechanical engineers, the study of cavitation and bubbly flows is applicable to topics ranging from valve damage in hydroelectric equipment, ship propellers, and internal combustion engines to the performance of turbines and pumps of all sizes. Well-written and up-to-date, the book will prove indispensable to engineers and students needing a reference detailing the problems of cavitation and bubbly flow.

Combustion Theory ; 2^nd edition

·                     Paperback: 708 pages

·                     Publisher: Westview Press; 2 edition (January 1, 2001)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0201407779

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0201407778

Electrostatic Hazards

·                     Hardcover: 192 pages

·                     Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann (June 24, 1997)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0750627824

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0750627825

Book Description
In the US, UK and Europe there is in excess of one notifiable dust or electrostatic explosion every day of the year. This clearly makes the hazards associated with the handling of materials subject to either cause or react to electrostatic discharge of vital importance to anyone associated with their handling or industrial bulk use. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the dangers of static electricity and how to avoid them. It will prove invaluable to safety managers and professionals, as well as all personnel involved in the activities concerned, in the chemical, agricultural, pharmaceutical and petrochemical process industries.

Fluid Catalytic Cracking Handbook

·                     Hardcover: 352 pages

·                     Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing; 2 edition (June 8, 2000)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0884152898

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0884152897

Fluid Flow Measurement

·                     Hardcover: 296 pages

·                     Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing; 2 edition (December 15, 2001)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 088415758X

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0884157588

Book Description
There is a tendency to make flow measurement a highly theoretical and technical subject but what most influences quality measurement is the practical application of meters, metering principles, and metering equipment and the use of quality equipment that can continue to function through the years with proper maintenance have the most influence in obtaining quality measurement. This guide provides a review of basic laws and principles, an overview of physical characteristics and behavior of gases and liquids, and a look at the dynamics of flow. The authors examine applications of specific meters, readout and related devices, and proving systems. Practical guidelines for the meter in use, condition of the fluid, details of the entire metering system, installation and operation, and the timing and quality of maintenance are also included.

·                     Hardcover: 320 pages

·                     Publisher: CRC; 1 edition (1999)

·                     Language: English

·                     ISBN-10: 0849315700

·                     ISBN-13: 978-0849315701

Book Description

Focusing on the complete system rather than on a single component, new edition of a bestseller offers the most comprehensive reference to all aspects of modern renewable energy systems. The book begins with individual sections devoted to wind power and solar photovoltaic technologies, their engineering fundamentals, conversion characteristics, operational considerations to maximize output, and emerging trends. It includes two chapters devoted to new and specialized technologies, examines legal aspects and the effects of deregulation vs. regulation on renewable power systems, and contains quick-lookup charts for screening the economic profitability of potential energy farm sites.