Download or read book Compressors and Their Systems written by IMechE (Institution of Mechanical Engineers) and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2003-11-07 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of papers from a prestigious IMechE conference looks at the latest innovations and techniques from experts in the field of rotating machinery from industry and academia. Reflecting latest developments in air, gas, refrigeration and related systems, these conference transactions will be of vital importance to all those equipment manufacturers, suppliers, users, and research organizations who wish to be well informed of developments and advances in this important field of engineering. Topics covered: Scroll Compressors Refrigeration Environmental Issues Screw Compressors Reciprocating Compressors Expanders Centrifugal Compressors Novel Designs Linear Compressors Numerical Modelling Operation and Maintenance