Theoretical Analysis on the profile of slider in reciprocating compressor has been presented based on the hydrodynamic lubrication. Theoretical Analysis calculates fluid film pressure, attitude angle, frictional force, and minimum film thickness in normal condition for comparing two different profiles of slider. The calculated results show that the profile of slider plays an important role in t...

This paper presents investigations of two special cases of dynamic valve analysis. These special cases arose in the development of a new type of gas field reciprocating compressor. These special cases were for a moving frame of reference (since the discharge valves were integral with the piston) , and for independent mass damping {sealing/damping elements are modelled separately instead of as "...

CFCs, HCFCs are stipulated to phase out, and other alternative refrigerants like R134a, are also constrained as a result from their high GWP values. CO2 as a natural working fluid now is used in reciprocating compressors due to its uniquely beneficial properties (ozone depletion potential, ODP=0; global warming potential, GWP =1). However, one remarkable characteristics of the CO2 reciprocating...

In the present study oneand two-dimensional numerical models are proposed for calculating gas flow and valve dynamics in a reciprocating compressor. It turns out that they are capable of capturing the most important physical effects during a compression cycle, namely the interaction between pressure waves inside the cylinder and valve dynamics. In order to model the heat transfer from the gas t...

As refrigeration compressor manufacturers introduce machineswith improved efficiencies there is a need for updatingperformance data.The compressor performance data which is published should bea true representation of the actual compressor performance,historically this has resulted in lengthy test programmes for thecompressor manufacturer. A system is required which c...

As refrigeration compressor manufacturers introduce machines with improved efficiencies there is a need for updating performance data. The compressor performance data which is published should be a true representation of the actual compressor performance, historically this has resulted in lengthy test programmes for the compressor manufacturer. A system is required which can accurately produce ...

This paper describes the concept and the design features of a new, oilfree, reciprocating high pressure compressor for technical gases. The compressor is unique in concept and design, and introduces various new design elements. A magnetic coupling makes the compressor hermetic and allows inlet pressures of up to 16 bar. A new kind of clearance seal in the high-pressure stages allows reliable oi...

Biomass based Indirectly Heated combined heat and power plant can be an excellent option for community scale power generation. The thermal performance of such a plant employing air-turbo generator block and bottoming steam turbine block has been analyzed over a range of pressure ratio (2-16) and for different turbine inlet air temperatures (1073, 1273 and 1373K). The conventional GT combustion ...

In the paper the weak points of today's reciprocating compressors arc described. Referring to latest internal combustion engine technologies and improvements, some possible application on reciprocating compressors will be described and discussed as: • Application of advanced Electromechanical Valves (EMV) with fully variable valve actuation in order to increase compressor speed ("downsizing") a...

The suction muffler of a reciprocating compressor is used for reducing a noise produced by pressure pulsations. According to the shape, the suction muffler is classified into one-chamber type, two-chamber type, Helmholtz-resonator type, pipe-resonator type, and so on. These mufflers are used according to the characteristics of the frequency of compressor noise. In this study, four pole paramete...