Vibration Problems & Solutions for Pumps and Other Turbomachines
Abstract
This course presents analysis and testing methods for
pumps and turbomachinery. Focus is on centrifugal
pumps of all types, centrifugal compressors, axial
compressors, fans, steam turbines, and gas turbines.
Rotordynamics and bladed disk vibration are included as
modules as well as discussion of fluid-induced vibration
(e.g. rotating stall and blade pass frequencies), acoustics,
and mechanically induced vibration (imbalance
misalignment, rubs, looseness). Troubleshooting
methods and fixes are discussed with many detailed case
histories.
Description
Short CourseCollections
Citation
Marscher, William D.; Olson, Eric J.; Onari, Maki M.; Boyadjis, Paul A. (2016). Vibration Problems & Solutions for Pumps and Other Turbomachines. Turbomachinery Laboratories, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station. Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /162225.