Swirling Flow Problems at Intakes / Edition 1

by J. Knauss

Overview

Fundamentals of vortex intake flow; Results theoretical & experimental work; Prediction of critical submergence; Modeling of vortices & swirling flows; Design; Intake structures; Pump sumps; Vortex-flow intakes.

This volume forms an essential reference work for anyone involved in intakes, either as a practising design engineer or research worker. Water Power & Dam Constr., July 1988.

The book is essential reading for postgraduate students & researchers alike and a very valuable aid to design engineers. Hydrol.Sc.Jrl., 33(3), 1988.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789061916437
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/01/1987
Series:	IAHR Design Manual , #1
Pages:	180
Product dimensions:	6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Fundamentals of vortex intake flow; Results theoretical & experimental work; Prediction of critical submergence; Modelling of vortices & swirling flows; Design; Intake structures; Pump sumps; Vortex-flow intakes.

Editorial Reviews

'This volume forms an essential reference work for anyone involved in intakes, either as a practicing design engineer or research worker.' Water Power & Dam Construction July 1988

'The book is essential reading for postgraduate students and researchers alike and a very valuable aid to design engineers.' Hydrological Sciences Journal 33 (3) 1988

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