Gas Turbine Engineering Handbook has been the standard for engineers involved in the design, selection, and operation of gas turbines.

Gas Turbine Engineering Handbook examines the benefit and some of the major problems that have been encountered by these new turbines.

Contents

Design: Theory and Practice

1. An Overview of Gas Turbines
2. Theorectical and Actual Cycle Analysis
3. Compressor and Turbine Performance Characteristics
4. Performance and Mechanical Standards
5. Rotor Dynamics

Major Components

6. Centrifugal Compressors
7. Axial-Flow Compressors
8. Radial-Inflow Turbines
9. Axial-Flow Turbines
10. Combustors

Materials, Fuel Technology, and Fuel Systems

11. Materials
12. Fuels

Auxillary Components and Accessories

13. Bearings and Seals
14. Gears

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance

15. Lubrication
16. Spectrum Analysis
17. Balancing
18. Couplings and Aligment
19. Control Systems and Instrumentation
20. Gas Turbine Performance Test
21. Maintenance Techniques
22. Case Histories

Index

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