This text explains the use of compressed air for energy storage and efficient pneumatic applications. Chapters cover the elementary physical and engineering principles related to compressed air, including compression and expansion characteristics, adiabatic, polytropic, and isothermal phenomena, and energy content within a given volume. The author also discusses the advantages and drawbacks of pneumatic technology and presents innovative ways to increase the energetic efficiency of pneumatic actuators. A key highlight of the book is the introduction of a method to enhance energetic efficiency by incorporating expansion work alongside constant pressure displacement. The author presents an analysis of various cylinder assemblies where energy efficiency is notably improved compared to conventional pneumatic actuators. The book serves as a primary reference for mechanical engineering students and as a handbook for engineers designing efficient pneumatic devices. Key Features: Fundamental and advanced information about actuators and their pneumatic applications
Focus on energy efficiency testing
Systematic chapter order for effective learning progression, with a working example to support comprehension
References for further reading
Appendices providing additional insights and resources
Readership Mechanical engineering students and engineers working on pneumatics.
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Semi-rotary and Linear Actuators for Compressed Air Energy Storage and Energy Efficient Pneumatic Applications
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Semi-rotary and Linear Actuators for Compressed Air Energy Storage and Energy Efficient Pneumatic Applications
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Table of contents
- Welcome
- Table of Content
- Title
- BENTHAM SCIENCE PUBLISHERS LTD.
- PREFACE
- Introduction and Summary
- Compressed Air Systems and Storage
- Increasing the Energetic Efficiency of Pneumatic Devices
- Coupling Two Rotary-Type Actuators
- The Pneumatic Motor with Linear Cylinders
- Linear Pneumatic Cylinder Assembly with Reduced Air Consumption
- The Effect of the Dead Volumes and Pre-Expansion on the Produced Work
- Application Example: A Pneumatic Driven Hydrogen Compressor with Increased Efficiency
- Conclusion
- REFERENCES
- Appendix 1
- APPENDIX 2
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