Centrifugal Compressor Fundamentals:    2-Day Training Course

Overview The comprehensive course program includes different topics, starting from the basics of fluid dynamics and ending with a detailed overview of multistage centrifugal compressor design. To provide students with a better understanding of the materials learned, the course features numerous real-life examples and exercises. The scope includes: Fluid Dynamic Basics Centrifugal Compressor Aerodynamic Design Centrifugal Compressor Elements (Impeller, Diffuser, Volute) Sizing Off-Design Performances Prediction Multistage Centrifugal Compressor Design

The ever-expanding demand for minimizing energy consumption set the stage for an augmented role of eco-friendly engineering solutions. The Centrifugal Compressor Fundamentals course was developed to enable mechanical and aerospace engineers to respond the evolving industry needs and produce high-efficiency turbomachinery.

Who Should Attend

• Engineers specializing in centrifugal compressor design and maintenance of single and multistage compressors for various industrial applications, turbochargers, and centrifugal blowers.
• Engineers involved in the turbomachinery design and optimization process and interested in finding new, cost-effective solutions.
• Engineering and turbomachinery scholars seeking to gain a practical understanding of the centrifugal compressor basics, including compressors fluid dynamics, aerodynamics and structural analysis.
• Mechanical and aerospace engineering professors who need valuable course and reference material to ensure comprehensive, industry-focused training for their students.

  Examples of Course Schedule and Contents

  Day 1* 1. Fluid Dynamics Basics Thermodynamics; Head and Efficiency Gas turbine cycles Compressor principles of operation Compressor stage elements 2. Centrifugal Compressor Stage Aerodynamic Design Compressor stage Design and Sizing Impeller Design and Performances Analysis Vaned and Vaneless Diffuser Design and Performances Analysis Volute Designs Day 2 3. Multistage Centrifugal Compressor Design Multistage Centrifugal Compressor Design and Sizing Return Elements Designs 4. Off-Design Performances Prediction Centrifugal Compressors Off-Design Operation Off-Design performances prediction methods Choke, Stall and Surge The tools used: scientific calculator, AxSTREAM *Please note that the course schedule is not fixed and could be customized following the specific attendees’ requirements and needs.

  
  
  

  Related courses: AxSTREAM Workshop: Turbomachinery Flow Path Design and Optimization Axial Compressor Fundamentals	Other courses: Axial Turbine Fundamentals Steam and Gas Turbine Design
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