Theory behind air density calculation
Physical properties of air can be represented by the real gas equation, which is the modified version of ideal gas...
Category - Solved Sample Problems
NPSH Definition
Net Positive Suction Head or NPSH for pumps can be defined as the difference between liquid pressure at pump suction and liquid vapor...
Pressure Safety Valves (PSV) or Pressure Relief Valves are important instruments in the process / manufacturing industry to protect enclosed equipment or...
Million Standard Cubic Feet per Day (MMSCFD)
MMSCFD is a unit for gas flow rates expressed at standard temperature and pressure conditions. Volumetric flow of...
Sample Problem Statement
What is the NM3/hr (normal cubic meter per hour) and SM3/hr (standard cubic meter per hour) flowrate corresponding to 100m3/hr of...
Venting Calculation for Outbreathing
Process tanks and vessels operating at low or atmospheric pressures are designed to handle low pressures and large...
Venting Calculation for Inbreathing
Process tanks and vessels operating at low or atmospheric pressures are designed to handle low pressures and large...
Sample Problem Statement
Design a pressure relief valve for the following service.
Protected equipment : Reboiler
Relief service : Steam
Reason for relief :...
Sample Problem Statement
Design a pressure relief valve for the following service.
Protected equipment : Separator vessel
Relief service : Fuel Gas
Reason for...
Sample Problem Statement
Design a pressure relief valve for the following service.
Protected equipment : Separator vessel
Relief service : Fuel Gas
Reason for...
Sample Problem Statement
Design a pressure relief valve for the following service.
Protected equipment : Separator vessel
Relief service : Water
Reason for...
The following example demonstrates how heat exchanger bypass can be effectively used for temperature control for a heat exchanger.
Question
Design a heat...