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IMechE Event Publications

13 total works

Cover of International Conference on Compressors and Their Systems 2005
Continuing the success of the last "International Conference on Compressors and their Systems" this essential volume presents a selection of informative papers authored by representatives from 18 countries. This group of worldwide contributors came from a collection of equipment manufacturers, suppliers, users, research organisations and academia. "Compressors and their Systems" presents the latest innovations and techniques from experts in this field. A wide range of studies, results of research and industrial applications make up this important volume and cover such topics as: Scroll, screw, reciprocating, linear and turbo compressors; Modelling; Refrigeration; Operation and maintenance; Expanders; Novel Duties / Compressors; Rotary Vane.
Features: Forms part of the established IMechE Event Publication series; Contains 54 contributions from leading experts from over 18 countries; Covers the following topics; screw compressors, linear/ novel compressors, novel duties, reciprocating compressors, rotary vane compressors, turbo compressors, refrigeration compressors, refrigeration, scroll compressors, screw machines, turbo machines, and modelling This excellent title is ideal for practitioners, equipment manufacturers, suppliers, users, and research organizations who wish to be well informed of developments and advances in this important field of engineering.

Cover of International Conference on Statistics and Analytical Methods in Automotive Engineering
These IMechE conference transactions examine how major improvements have been made in product delivery processes by the effective use of both statistical and analytical methods, as well as examining the problems that can occur as a result of under utilization of information. This volume will be of great interest to managers, engineers, and statisticians at all levels, engaged in project management or the design and development of motor vehicles, their subsystems, and components. CONTENTS INCLUDE - Applications of advanced modelling methods in engine development - Application of adaptive online DoE techniques for engine ECU calibration - Radial basis functions for engine modelling - Designing for Six Sigma reliability - Dimensional variation analysis for automotive hybrid aluminium body structures - Reliability-based multidisciplinary design optimization of vehicle structures

Cover of Vibrations in Rotating Machinery
This essential text contains the papers from the 8th international IMechE conference on Vibrations in Rotating Machinery held at the University of Wales, Swansea in September 2004. The themes of the volume are new developments and industrial applications of current technology relevant to the vibration and noise of rotating machines and assemblies. TOPICS INCLUDE - Rotor balancing - including active and automatic balancing - Special rotating machines - including micromachines - Oil film bearings and dampers - Active control methods for rotating machines - Smart machine technology - Dynamics of assembled rotors - Component life predictions and life extension strategies - The dynamics of geared systems - Cracked rotors - detection, location ad prognosis - Chaotic behaviour in machines - Experimental methods and discoveries.

Cover of Radioactive Waste Management 2000
The papers in this volume have been written and brought together by a group of experts, each of whom deals with radioactive waste management on a daily basis, as well as having the deep knowledge and level of expertise that only industry insiders can achieve. Topics covered here include: treatment issues; waste mangement practice; transport and storage; and environment and regulations. "Radioactive Waste Management 2000" contains business scenarios from around the world, offering an understanding of operating conditions, regulatory issues and resources available in various countries. Those involved in strategy and implementation should find new insights and solutions. This book should prove useful to all those individuals and companies with an interest or involvement in the radioactive waste management industry.

Cover of Computational and Experimental Methods in Reciprocating
This volume presents the latest developments and their application to engine research, advanced engineering, and product development. Computational and Experimental Methods in Reciprocating Engines highlights new techniques required in achieving commercial success by integrating advanced computational and experimental techniques into engine design. Featuring leading industry experts this volume contains papers covering such topics as: - Gasoline direct injection engines - Modeling of unsteady flows - Emissions measurements and modelling - Sprays and in-cylinder flows - Diesel engines - Optical methods - Advanced experimental techniques - Mechanical design techniques Computational and Experimental Methods in Reciprocating Engines will be of great interest to suppliers of engine systems and components needing to appraise the latest computational and experimental techniques that take the time and cost out of the development process.
Users of computational techniques, those responsible for developing new experimental or computational techniques, users of test equipment, and supplies of engine test equipment for design and development will also find this volume a must for their bookshelves.

Cover of Turbochargers and Turbocharging
"Turbochargers and Turbocharging" presents papers taken from the IMechE series of conferences and covers all aspects of design, development and application of pressure charging devices and their associated systems. The international contributions throughly discuss all areas relating to the turbo industry. Topics covered include charging systems in marine, industrial, aircraft, rail traction, off-highway, truck and passenger car applications. The following issues are covered: tubines; compressors; vibration and noise; flow modelling and dynamometer design tools; EGR and electro-boosted systems; and fatigue life.

Cover of Vehicle Thermal Management Systems (VTMS 4)
This text presents the proceedings of a conference held to discuss the field of vehicle thermal management systems. Subjects covered include: heating and air conditioning; system modelling and control; and aerodynamics and air flow.

Cover of Mail Technology
"Mail Technology Evolution to e-Revolution" explores how rapid technological advances and liberalization of the postal world is transforming individuals and business customers' options and expectations. Postal and distribution companies have a long history of embracing technology but its adoption has tended to be evolutionary rather than revolutionary. However, the developed world is currently undergoing a revolution driven by the exponential growth of the internet, the business opportunities that result from it, and by the deregulation of postal monopolies worldwide. Topics covered include: end-to-end logistics solutions; service delivery; "e"; and mail creation and accessing services. "Mail Technology" is a must for mail business suppliers, manufacturers and customers and all those with associated interests in e-commerce, providing the reader with the opportunity to find out how technology will meet the demands of the industry.

Cover of Compressors and Their Systems
This text presents the interactions from an international conference organized by the Fluid Machinery Group of the IMechE. The papers provide an up-to-date resume of compressors, refigeration, energy efficency, lubrication and sealing oils, and novel machines.

Cover of Engineering for Profit from Waste VI
With the advent of landfill tax, the waste management strategy, the landfill directive and producer responsibility, there is a growing realization that the land filling of unprocessed waste may pose environmental problems for future generations. There is considerable interest in alternative and/or improved methods of waste management including minimization, recycling and energy recovery. "Engineering for Profit from Waste" brings together a collection of reviewed papers that highlight opportunities for new products, technologies, systems and operating techniques and their implementation. This volume provides examples of current technologies, on-going research and development, and feedback from case studies. Topics covered include: incineration; pyrolysis; alternatives; materials recovery; and organic processes. "Engineering for Profit from Waste" provides an update in new legislation and regulations, alternative methods of waste management with emphasis on energy recovery, and current and competitive technologies. It should be of interest to waste managers, planners, developers, consulting engineers and designers, equipment manufacturers and suppliers.

Cover of Advanced Materials for Fluid Machinery
A collection of papers from an IMechE event held in February 2004. Materials are critical to the safety, reliability, performance and total life cycle costs of machines, and are therefore of great importance to both users and suppliers.

The papers in this volume review:

  • The increasing availability and improvements of superior materials over the last decade, moving from niche markets to a wide field of applications
  • The advancement of materials from the experimental stage to the point where they can make real contributions to machine life and reliability
  • New developing or nontraditional materials which have real potential for future reduction in life cycle costs of fluid machinery.

Advanced Materials for Fluid Machinery will be of value to all those involved in materials for fluid machinery, including manufacturers and users, material suppliers, refurbishers, contractors, consultants, materials specialists and researchers.

Cover of Vehicle Thermal Management Systems (VTMS 6)
Vehicle Thermal Management Systems - VTMS 6 brings together papers from world-renowned experts in their field, creating a volume of up-to-the-minute research and developments. VTMS 6 makes vital reading for all automotive engineers and designers who wish to investigate the most innovative and effective ways of improving passenger thermal comfort while reducing fuel consumption. Also included is a CD-ROM containing all the papers that were presented at the conference. The CD-ROM has been created using Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 with Search. Acrobat Reader is a unique software application that allows the user the opportunity to view, search, download, and print information electronically generated and produced in PDF format. It has extensive search facilities by author, subject, key-words, etc. Topics covered include: Heat and A/C - heat and A/C Vehicle Comfort - Heat Exchanger/Manufacture - Emissions - Alternate Power Trains - Total Systems - Cooling Systems - Engines - Underhood - Heat Exchangers

Cover of Combustion Engines and Hybrid Vehicles - IMechE Conference
The papers in this text deal with subjects of dicussion within the area of combustion and hybrid areas.