ENC4365

Fluid systems and management

Not offered in 1998

4 points
* 24 lecture hours and 24 tutorial/laboratory hours
* First/Second semester
* Caulfield
* Prerequisites: MEE2382 or CVE2111

Objectives To develop an understanding of pumps and their design, selection and operation to achieve optimum performance.

Synopsis Fluid mechanics; characteristics of performance curves; affinity laws; effect of change of impeller diameter and running speed on performance; cavitation, net positive suction head. Pump classification - design and fabrication; materials of construction; noise and vibration; maintenance. Energy losses: determination of system head, friction losses, system resistance curves; use of computer packages. Pump model testing. Ancillary features: valves, piping, metering equipment; sealing of working fluid, bearing selection; intake and sump design. Business environment: market; competition; product lifecycle; buying models; market segmentation; product mix; purchasing and procurement; contractual factors. Selection and application; duty specification, case studies.

Assessment Assignments: 30%
* Laboratory work: 30%
* Case study: 40%

Prescribed texts

Australian Pump Manufacturers Association Australian pump technical handbook 3rd edn, APMA, 1988