Determine the target mass flow rate, required pressure ratio, and fluid properties (density, viscosity, corrosiveness). Calculate Specific Speed ( Nscap N sub s ): Utilize Nscap N sub s
Relates the work done on or by the fluid to changes in enthalpy and velocity.
The foundational science of energy transfer. This includes the study of properties of fluids, the laws of thermodynamics, and their application to open systems. Concepts like stagnation temperature and pressure are essential for analyzing compressible flow machines.
Selecting the right machine requires matching the required head/pressure and flow rate to the machine's operating envelope. Specific Speed ( Nscap N sub s