Centrifugal Compressors: A Basic Guide

Compressors are growing in popularity and application in industrial settings such as gas and steam turbines, motors, pipelines, pneumatic tools, combustion, and fluid circulation. The selection of a compressor is a complex and important decision. The successful operation of many plants depends on smooth and efficient compressor operations. To ensure the best selection and proper maintenance of a centrifugal compressor, the engineer must have knowledge of many engineering disciplines. Dr. Boyce provides a comprehensive and up-to-date reference in the field of centrifugal compressors that covers all major aspects of design, fabrication, installation, operation, and maintenance. He includes technical details on sizing, plant layout, fuel selection, types of drives, and performance characteristics of all major components in a cogeneration or combined-cycle power plant.