Fluid Flow Measurement
A Practical Guide to Accurate Flow Measurement

Experienced author provides authoritative and practical advice that appeals to engineers who want to avoid detailed theory

Paul J. LaNasa (Author), E. Loy Upp (Author)

9780124095243, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 17 April 2014

296 pages, Approx. 100 illustrations
23.4 x 19 x 2.3 cm, 0.73 kg

Review of first edition:"This book shows engineers how to turn theory into practice with realistic advice...valuable guidelines and often overlooked factors that apply in the practice of flow measurement but which are not found in many reviews and industrial standards." --Plant Engineering

There is a tendency to make flow measurement a highly theoretical and technical subject but what most influences quality measurement is the practical application of meters, metering principles, and metering equipment and the use of quality equipment that can continue to function through the years with proper maintenance have the most influence in obtaining quality measurement. This guide provides a review of basic laws and principles, an overview of physical characteristics and behavior of gases and liquids, and a look at the dynamics of flow. The authors examine applications of specific meters, readout and related devices, and proving systems. Practical guidelines for the meter in use, condition of the fluid, details of the entire metering system, installation and operation, and the timing and quality of maintenance are also included.

IntroductionBasic Flow Measurement LawsTypes of Fluid Flow MeasurementBasic Reference StandardsFrom Theory to PracticeFluidsFlowMaintenance Meter EquipmentMeasurement and MetersDifferential (Head) MetersIntrusive Linear and Special MetersReadouts and Related DevicesProving Systems"Loss and Unaccounted for" FluidsAuditing

Subject Areas: Flow, turbulence, rheology [TGMF3], Maths for engineers [TBJ]