Flow-Induced Turbocomprosser And Piping Noise And Vibration Problems - Identification, Diagnosis, And Solution.

Abstract

The problem of flow-induced noise and vibration in turbocompressors and piping systems is complex and not readily understood. These problems are difficult to identify and solutions may not be obvious. A working knowledge of vortex shedding and system acoustic response is necessary for solving such problems. The discussion is concentrated on presenting a theoretical background of vortex generation and the excitation of system acoustic response. This is then coupled with identification and solution of both actual and potential problems using appropriate field data acquisition and analysis, simulation, and computational methods.