McDonald A.G., Magande H.L. Introduction to Thermo-Fluids Systems Design

Wiley, 2012, 424 pages, ISBN10: 1118313631A fully comprehensive guide to thermal systems design covering fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer and thermodynamic power cyclesBridging the gap between the fundamental concepts of fluid mechanics, heat transfer and thermodynamics, and the practical design of thermo-fluids components and systems, this textbook focuses on the design of internal fluid flow systems, coiled heat exchangers and performance analysis of power plant systems. The topics are arranged so that each builds upon the previous chapter to convey to the reader that topics are not stand-alone items during the design process, and that they all must come together to produce a successful design.Because the complete design or modification of modern equipment and systems requires knowledge of current industry practices, the authors highlight the use of manufacturer’s catalogs to select equipment, and practical examples are included throughout to give readers an exhaustive illustration of the fundamental aspects of the design process.Key FeaturesDemonstrates how industrial equipment and systems are designed, covering the underlying theory and practical application of thermo-fluid system design
Practical rules-of-thumb are included in the text as ‘Practical Notes’ to underline their importance in current practice and provide additional information
Includes an instructor’s manual hosted on the book’s companion websiteDesign of Thermo-Fluids Systems
Engineering Design—Definition
Types of Design in Thermo-Fluid Science
Difference between Design and Analysis
Classification of Design
General Steps in Design
Abridged Steps in the Design ProcessAir Distribution Systems
Fluid Mechanics—A Brief Review
Air Duct Sizing—Special Design Considerations
Minor Head Loss in a Run of Pipe or Duct
Minor Losses in the Design of Air Duct Systems—Equal Friction Method
Fans—Brief Overview and Selection Procedures
Design for Advanced Technology—Small Duct High-Velocity (SDHV) Air Distribution Systems
Problems
References and Further ReadingLiquid Piping Systems
Liquid Piping Systems
Minor Losses: Fittings and Valves in Liquid Piping Systems
Sizing Liquid Piping Systems
Fluid Machines (Pumps) and Pump–Pipe Matching
Design of Piping Systems Complete with In-Line or Base-Mounted Pumps
Problems
References and Further ReadingFundamentals of Heat Exchanger Design
Definition and Requirements
Types of Heat Exchangers
The Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient
The Convection Heat Transfer Coefficients—Forced Convection
Heat Exchanger Analysis
Heat Exchanger Design and Performance Analysis: Part 1
Heat Exchanger Design and Performance Analysis: Part 2
Manufacturer’s Catalog Sheets for Heat Exchanger Selection
Problems
References and Further ReadingApplications of Heat Exchangers in Systems
Operation of a Heat Exchanger in a Plasma Spraying System
Components and General Operation of a Hot Water Heating System
Boilers forWater
Design of Hydronic Heating Systems c/w Baseboards or Finned-Tube Heaters
Design Considerations for Hot Water Heating Systems
Problems
References and Further ReadingPerformance Analysis of Power Plant Systems
Thermodynamic Cycles for Power Generation—Brief Review
Real Steam Power Plants—General Considerations
Steam-Turbine Internal Efficiency and Expansion Lines
Closed Feedwater Heaters (Surface Heaters)
The Steam Turbine
Turbine-Cycle Heat Balance and Heat and Mass Balance Diagrams
Steam-Turbine Power Plant System Performance Analysis Considerations
Second-Law Analysis of Steam-Turbine Power Plants
Gas-Turbine Power Plant Systems
Combined-Cycle Power Plant Systems
Problems
References and Further ReadingAppendices
Pipe and Duct Systems
Symbols for Drawings
Heat Exchanger Design
Design Project— Possible Solution
Fuel Oil Piping System Design
Applicable Standards and Codes
Equipment Manufacturers
General Design Checklists
Air and Exhaust Duct Systems
Liquid Piping Systems
Heat Exchangers, Boilers, and Water Heaters