Principles of naval engineering : propulsion and auxiliary systems / Matthew A. Carr.

Author/creator Carr, Matthew A.
Format Book
Publication InfoAnnapolis, Md. : Naval Institute Press, ©2012.
Descriptionx, 290 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm.
Subjects
Marine engineering.
Ship propulsion.

SeriesThe U.S. Naval Institute blue & gold professional library
U.S. Naval Institute blue & gold professional library. ^A691596
Contents Introduction -- Fundamentals of thermodynamics -- Incompressible fluid flow -- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems -- Internal combustion engines -- Gas turbines -- Steam power -- Heat exchangers -- Nuclear power -- Heating, ventilation, air conditioning & refrigeration (HVAC&R) -- Desalination -- Equation Summary -- Nomenclature -- Appendix: Answers to practice problems ; Refrigerant 134a data ; Air tables.
Abstract "Intended to provide new naval officers with the essential foundation for understanding the specific mechanical systems they encounter in ships, submarines, aircraft, and land vehicles, this textbook covers the basic design and operating principles of the propulsion and auxiliary systems of today's naval forces. Topics include the main components in the propulsion and auxiliary systems for both conventional and nuclear steam propulsion, gas turbine power plants (for both ship and aircraft applications), and internal combustion engines. The text also discusses the fundamentals of pneumatic and hydraulic fluid power systems, as well as heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems and desalination systems. Other important components covered in greater detail include pumps, valves, pressure and temperature instruments, and heat exchangers."--Publisher's web site.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2012014681
ISBN9781612511047 (alk. paper)
ISBN161251104X (alk. paper)

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