Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines

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Fluid mechanics is concerned with the behaviour of liquids and gases and is important in many branches of engineering biomechanics, oceanography, chemical, aeronautical, mechanical, and civil engineering including environmental studies. There are specialized books on fluid mechanics for each of these areas and therefore this book will present only general properties of fluid flow. The book examines various forms of energy, especially thermo and hydro power, and provides outlines of various types of power plants. An outstanding feature of the book is the classification of fluid mechanics. Contents Dimensions and Systems of Units Fluid Flow Thermal and Hydropower Stations Fluid Machinery Pelton Turbine Francis Turbine Propeller and Kaplan Turbines Turbo Pumps Positive Displacement Pumps.

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Following a concise overview of fluid mechanics knowledgeable by numerous engineering applications and examples, this reference presents and analyzes main kinds of fluid equipment and the main courses of generators, in addition to pump expertise. It affords professionals and college students in hydraulic engineering with background ideas in addition to sensible protection of contemporary turbine technologies, fully explaining the advantages of both steam and fuel generators. Description, design, and operational data for the Pelton, Francis, Propeller, and Kaplan turbines are provided, as are outlines of varied types of power plants. It gives solved examples, chapter issues, and a thorough case examine.

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