Engineering Articles
In-depth technical articles on fluid dynamics, simulation, and engineering best practices.
Hydrogen vs. Natural Gas: A comparative Study Of Compression Technologies
Hydrogen is considered to be a key element in the energy transition. This molecule is the most notable option for the decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors
Surge Awareness In Firewater Systems
As part of our responsibilities at DRG, we conduct both standard pressure drop calculations and surge/slug analyses for firewater systems. Our involvement spans various stages,
Well Integrity For Fiberglass-Casing Based Well Design
Geothermal energy is a promising renewable energy source, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Two significant issues in geothermal well operations are
Understanding Flow-Induced Vibrations in Piping Systems
Flow-induced vibrations in piping systems are a critical aspect of mechanical engineering, impacting the reliability and integrity of various industrial setups. The Japan Society of
Accurate Deflection and Stiffness Assessment of Cement-Lined Pipe Spools through Finite Element Analysis
Introduction In the field of engineering design, the precision of pipe flexibility analysis models is critically important for accurately assessing nozzle loads in steel piping
Thermal expansion of trapped liquids
In 2013, a major incident occurred in a Louisiana chemical plant. In a nonroutine operation, plant operators attempted to start a heat exchanger which had
Surge Problems And Their Mitigation
To understand pressure surges in large piping systems, a good place to start is at home. When you finish washing your hands, turning off the
Vibrations Analysis – Induced Vibrations
Brief introduction to piping vibrations Vibrations are an oscillatory motion about an equilibrium. The oscillatory movement causes alternating stresses in the system, which, if excessive
Challenge of Variable Speed Reciprocating Compressor
The pulsation challenge of a variable speed reciprocating compressorA pulsation analysis according to the API 618 is a good method of preventing excessive vibrations in