This course will provide a framework to discuss different kinds of turbomachinery through a unified approach. The material presented is intended for undergraduate and graduate students apart from professional engineers in the industry engaged in the analysis and development of turbomachinery. Coverage begins with the fundamental concepts. This is followed by the similarity rules. The course will be concluded with a discussion on CFD in the design and analysis of turbomachinery.

This course will introduce basic ideas of turbomachinery and the basic equations that govern the performance of turbomachinery.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

  • Classify the turbo-machines based on various factors.

  • Compare the features and working of various turbomachines

  • Memorize the basic principles, governing equations and applications of turbo machine.

  • Understanding operational characteristics of turbomachines.

  • Apply the concepts of energy transformation in turbo machines

  • Analyse the performance of Hydraulic pumps and turbines

  • Design and evaluate the critical parameters involved in power generation

  • Evaluate the performance of turbine.