Optimization Techniques

Dhar, P.

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“…The derivation for the case of

can be found in a number of sources [ 8 , 9 ], but it is hard to find for any number of stages. It can be obtained with complex optimisation techniques, like in [ 10 ]. Although an extremely interesting example of the power of the method, complex techniques frequently obscure the engineering interpretation.…”

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Step by Step Derivation of the Optimum Multistage Compression Ratio and an Application Case

López‐Paniagua

Rodríguez-Martín

Orgaz

et al. 2020

Entropy

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The optimum pressure ratio for the stages of a multistage compression process is calculated with a well known formula that assigns an equal ratio for all stages, based on the hypotheses that all isentropic efficiencies are also equal. Although the derivation of this formula for two stages is relatively easy to find, it is more difficult to find for any number of stages, and the examples that are found in the literature employ complex mathematical methods. The case when the stages have different isentropic efficiencies is only treated numerically. Here, a step by step derivation of the general formula and of the formula for different stage efficiencies are carried out using Lagrange multipliers. A main objective has been to maintain the engineering considerations explicitly, so that the hypotheses and reasoning are clear throughout, and will enable the readers to generalise or adapt the methodology to specific problems. As the actual design of multistage compression processes frequently meet engineering restrictions, a practical example has been developed where the previous formulae have been applied to the design of a multistage compression plant with reciprocating compressors. Special attention has been put into engineering considerations.

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“…The derivation for the case of

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%