Author Description
This desktop reference for mechanical engineers covers the design, application, testing, and manufacture of seals and gaskets for static and dynamic fluid sealing. Guidance is included on materials selection, test techniques, instrumentation, and mathematical tools. Coverage includes: static seals, elastometric and nonelastometric seals, liquid gaskets and sealants; dynamic seals including radial lip and mechanical face seals, seals and packings for reciprocating and rotating shafts, noncontacting seals; and fluids and lubricants grease, engine and gear oil, and automatic transmission fluids. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This handbook investigates the technical requirements and engineering principles necessary for the effective design, application, and manufacture of fluid sealing systems. The authors, Daniel E. Czernik and Robert V. Brink, synthesize decades of industrial practice to provide a comprehensive framework for managing static and dynamic seals. The text utilizes a combination of material science data, mathematical modeling, and standardized testing protocols to assist engineers in selecting appropriate sealing solutions for diverse mechanical environments.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Technical specifications for static seals, including elastomeric and non-elastomeric gaskets and liquid sealants.
- Design parameters for dynamic seals, covering radial lip, mechanical face, and reciprocating shaft configurations.
- Analytical tools for material selection, instrumentation, and fluid compatibility with lubricants and oils.
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide exhaustive coverage of specialized aerospace-grade cryogenic sealing systems.
- It does not focus on the historical evolution of sealing technology, prioritizing contemporary industrial application instead.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Engineers frequently cite this work as a foundational desktop reference for its practical approach to complex sealing problems. Experts highlight the clarity of the technical data provided, noting its utility for both design professionals and maintenance technicians in the field.
Page Count:
416
Publication Date:
1992-01-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill
ISBN-10:
0070078270
ISBN-13:
9780070078277
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