Fluid flow measurement [[electronic resource] ] : a practical guide to accurate flow measurement / / E.L. Upp, Paul J. LaNasa

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910458257003321
• Autore: Upp E. L. <1927->
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Boston, : Gulf Professional Pub., c2002
• ISBN: 1-282-33004-7; 9786612330049; 0-08-050660-7
• Edizione: [2nd ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (275 p.)
• Altri autori (Persone): LaNasaPaul J. <1941->
• Disciplina: 681/.28
• Soggetti: Flow meters; Fluid dynamic measurements; Electronic books.
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Front Cover; Fluid Flow Measurement: A Practical Guide to Accurate Flow Measurement; Copyright Page; Contents; Dedication; Preface; CHAPTER 1. Introduction; Chapter Overview; Requisites of Flow Measurement; Background of Flow Measurement; History of Flow Measurement; Definition of Terms; CHAPTER 2. Basic Flow Measurement Laws; Reynolds Number; Gas Laws; Expansion of Liquids; Fundamental Flow Equation; References; CHAPTER 3. Types of Fluid Flow Measurement; Custody Transfer; Non-Custody Transfer Measurement; References; CHAPTER 4. Basic Reference Standards; American Gas Association (AGA); American Petroleum Institute (API)American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME); American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM); Gas Processors Association (GPA); Instrument Society of America (ISA); CHAPTER 5. From Theory to Practice; ""Ideal"" Installations; Non-Ideal Installations; Fluid Characteristics Data; References; CHAPTER 6. Fluids; Fluids-Liquids and Gases; Fluid Characteristics; Liquids; References; CHAPTER 7. Flow; Required Characteristics; Measurement Units; Installation Requirements; Flow Pattern; References; CHAPTER 8. Operations; Operational Considerations; Operational Influences on Gas MeasurementUncertainty; Other Fluid Flow Considerations; CHAPTER 9. Maintenance of Meter Equipment; Gas Measurement Maintenance; Effects of Liquids and Solids on Orifice Measurement; Effects on Other Meters; General Maintenance of Liquid Meters; Specific Liquid Maintenance Problems; CHAPTER 10. Measurement and Meters; Meter Characteristics; Types of Meters; CHAPTER 11. Differential (Head) Meters; Orifice Meter; Meter Design Changed; Orifice Meter Description; Sizing; Equations; Maintenance; Flow Nozzles; Venturi Meters; Venturi Installation; Other Head Meters; CHAPTER 12. Linear and Special MetersNon-Intrusive Meters; Intrusive Linear Meters; Other and Special-Purpose Meters; References; CHAPTER 13. Readouts and Related Devices; Electronics; Related Devices; Crude Oil Sampling; Natural Gas Sampling; Calorimetry; References; CHAPTER 14. Proving Systems; Liquid Provers; Gas Provers; Critical Flow Provers; Central Test Facility; References; CHAPTER 15. ""Loss and Unaccounted for"" Fluids; Introduction; Liquid; Gas; CHAPTER 16. Auditing; Introduction; Gas Meters; Liquid Meters; Analysis Equipment; Audit Principles; Objective; Procedures; Evidence; Definitive TestingSources of Information; Contract Review; Field Measurement Equipment Review; Data Review and Comparison; Auditing Gas Measurement Systems; Chart Review; Auditing Liquid Measurement; Finalizing the Audit; Conclusion; Index
• Sommario/riassunto: 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 met