Case studies in mechanical engineering : decision making, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer / Stuart Sabol.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sabol, Stuart, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Mechanical engineering--Case studies.

Mechanical engineering.

Mechanics, Applied--Problems, exercises, etc.

Mechanics, Applied.

Dynamics--Problems, exercises, etc.

Dynamics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xvii, 238 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

West Sussex, Chichester : Wiley, [2016]

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Using a case study approach, this reference tests the reader's ability to apply engineering fundamentals to real-world examples and receive constructive feedback Case Studies in Mechanical Engineering provides real life examples of the application of engineering fundamentals. They relate to real equipment, real people and real decisions. They influence careers, projects, companies, and governments. The cases serve as supplements to fundamental courses in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, instrumentation, economics, and statistics. The author explains equipment and concepts to solve the problems and suggests relevant assignments to augment the cases. Graduate engineers seeking to refresh their career, or acquire continuing education will find the studies challenging and rewarding. Each case is designed to be accomplished in one week, earning up to 15 hours of continuing education credit. Each case study provides methods to present an argument, work with clients, recommend action and develop new business. Key features: * Highlights the economic consequences of engineering designs and decisions. * Encourages problem solving skills. * Application of fundamentals to life experiences. * Ability to practice with real life examples. Case Studies in Mechanical Engineering is a valuable reference for mechanical engineering practitioners working in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer and related areas.

Contents:

Title Page; Table of Contents; Foreword; Preface; Introduction; Case 1: Steam Turbine Performance Degradation; 1.1 Steam Turbine Types; 1.2 Refresher; 1.3 Case Study Details; 1.4 Case Study Findings; 1.5 Decision Making and Actions; 1.6 Closure; 1.7 Symbols and Abbreviations; 1.8 Answer Key; References; Case 2: Risk/Reward Evaluation; 2.1 Case Study; 2.2 Background; 2.3 Gas Turbine Operating Risks; 2.4 Case Study Evaluations; 2.5 Case Study Results; 2.6 Closure; 2.7 Answer Key; Reference; Case 3: Gas Turbine Compressor Fouling; 3.1 Background; 3.2 Case Study Details

ReferenceCase 7: Efficiency and Air Emissions; 7.1 Background; 7.2 Case Study Details; 7.3 Refresher; 7.4 Objective; 7.5 Exercises; 7.6 Closure; 7.7 Symbols and Abbreviations; 7.8 Answer Key; References; Case 8: Low-Carbon Power Production1; 8.1 Background; 8.2 Refresher; 8.3 Case Study Details; 8.4 Closure; 8.5 Answer Key; References; Case 9: Heat Exchangers and Drain Line Sizing; 9.1 Background; 9.2 Reading; 9.3 Case Study Details; 9.4 Closure; 9.5 Symbols and Abbreviations; 9.6 Answer Key; Further Reading; References; Case 10: Optimized Maintenance; 10.1 Background; 10.2 Refresher

10.3 Presentation Techniques10.4 Reading; 10.5 Case Study Details; 10.6 Closure; 10.7 Symbols and Abbreviations; 10.8 Answer Key; Further Reading; References; Case 11: Project Engineering; 11.1 Opening; 11.2 Background; 11.3 Project Planning and Definition; 11.4 Executing the Project; 11.5 Closure; 11.6 Answer Key; Reference; Case 12: In the Woodshop; 12.1 Background; 12.2 Case Study Details; 12.3 Closure; 12.4 Glossary; 12.5 Solutions; Further Reading; References; Appendix; Glossary; Index; End User License Agreement

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781523114863

152311486X

9781119119791

1119119790

9781119119753

1119119758

9781119119760

1119119766

OCLC:

951222024