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	more Courses in Mechanical Power ! MEP 381 Automatic Control (1) _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+2)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (110+40+0)] = 150} Course Contents Introduction: Definitions, Control terminology, Control system configuration, Classification of control systems. Modelling of the physical systems and process description: Mechanical, Electric, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Thermal. Determination of system time and frequency responses: Solution of deferential equations, Laplace transform, Convolution, Analog computers …etc. Industrial control systems: Sensors and transmitters, Controllers of different types, Control laws, Valves, Final control elements. References: Tolbah, Farid A., Notes on Industrial Control Systems, Hakym Printshop, Cairo, 1985. Dorf, R. C., Modern Control Systems, Addison Wesley, 1995. Dorf, R. C., Modern Control Systems, Addison Wesley, 1995. Ogata, K., Modern Control Engineering, Prentice Hall Int., 1997. MEP 382 Design of Applied Measurement Systems _{3rd Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechatronics (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (3+3)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (90+30+30)] = 150} Course Contents Introduction to the design of measured systems: Classification and configuration, Analog, Digital. Design criteria and dynamic performance of ideal measurement systems: Design configuration of a traditional measurement system, Static and dynamic performance, Accuracy analysis, Special application to the analog and digital instruments, Statistical methods for error analysis. Design of measurement systems using PC-based data acquisition equipments: Data acquisition cards, EVB, SCADA systems. Design of smart measurement systems: Using small distributed microcontrollers and embedded systems, Linking the distributed systems to a host computer for data analysis, Diagnostics and repair instructions. Using sensor fusion techniques in the control purposes, With special reference to the aviation systems with multi sensors-based decision making. References: Morton, T. D., Embedded Microcontrollers, McGraw Hill, 1990. Doebelin, Erest O., Measurement Systems Applications and Design, McGraw Hill, 1990. Bolton, W., Mechatronics, Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical Engineering, Longman Scientific and Technical, 1999. Laboratory: Measurement Lab Carrying out experiment to check the performance of some basic sensors such as, logic sensors and switch shaft encoders, level sensors and switches, flow sensors, temperature sensors, etc. Carrying out experiment to be familiar with some basic components which are used in electronic circuits needed for digital measurement systems such as, amplifiers, comparators, timers, counters, etc. Carrying out experiment to be familiar with exchanging digital and analog data with personal computers using cards. Using optical encoders to measure linear displacements of moving vehicle using the personal comp (Designing and constructing the required electronic circuits and the software). Using optical encoders to measure rotational speed of motor shaft using the personal computer (Designing and constructing the required electronic circuits and the software). Using computer vision to measure a flame area (Using a frame grabber and video card attached to personal computer and constructing the required edge detection software). Using the personal computer adapted with ADA card to measure different analog and digital signals. (temperature pressure flow, velocity, etc.) MEP 421 Pipelines Networks _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical PowerHrs/Week: [(2+1) + (0+0)] Marks: [(50+25+0) + (0+0+0)] = 75} Course Contents Steady incompressible flow through simple pipe systems: Pipe flow, Smooth pipes, Rough pipes, Laminar flow, Turbulent flow. Minor losses in pipes: Sudden expansion, Sudden contraction, Gradual expansion or contraction, Entrance loss, Pipe fittings, Equivalent length. The siphon, Pipes connections, Pipes in series, Equivalent pipes, Pips in parallel, The haizen williams formula, Branching of pipes, Pumping from one reservoir to two or more other reservoirs. Graphical solution of branch line pumping systems. Branches in closed loop systems, Branches in open ended systems, Centrifugal pump bypass. Networks of pipes: The hardy cross method, Hydraulic path, Linear algebraic equations, Steady state hydraulic systems contain more than one fixed hydraulic grade line. References: Streeter, Fluid Mechanics, McGraw Hill, 1983. Garzy, Z., Analysis and Control of Unsteady Flow in Pipe Lines, Butterworths, 1984. MEP 431 Turbomachinery (2) _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (Cont.)Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (3+2)] Marks:[(75+25+0) + (75+25+50)] = 250} Course Contents Centrifugal fans, Blowers and compressors:Theory, Classification, Performance. Aerofoil theory: Axial flow pumps and compressors: Theory, Components, Performance. Hydrostatic power systems: Theory, Applications, Components, Energy calculations, Energy storage. Hydrodynamic power transmission systems: Theory, Application, Components, Energy. Calculations steam turbines: Theory – types, Components, Application, Energy calculation. Gas turbines: Theory, Types, Application, Components, Energy calculations. References: Stepanoff, A. J., Centrifugal and Axial Flow Pumps, John Wiley and Sons Inc., London, 1957. Addison, H., Applied Hydraulics, Chapman and Hall Ldt. London, 1964. Church, Austin H., Centrifugal Pumps and Blowers, Jagdishlal Meropoitan Book Co., PVT. Harman, Richard T. C., Gas Turbine Engineering, Applications, Cycles and Characteristic, MacMillan Press Ltd., London, 1981. Yahya, S. M., Turbines, Compressors and Fans, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co. Ltd. New Delhi, 1983. Steam Turbine, Theory and Practice, Kerrton Pitman and Sons Ltd., London, 1991. Laboratory: Turbomachinery Lab. & Thermal Systems Lab. Performance of Steam Turbines Performance of Gas Turbines Performance of Centrifvgal Fan Performance of Axial Flow Pumps MEP 451 Power Stations _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (Cont.)Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (3+2)] Marks:[(0+25+0) + (150+25+50)] = 250} Course Contents Sources of classical and renewable energy, Energy conversion systems, Electric energy central power stations, Generation, Transmission and distribution of electric energy, Base load and variable load units, Energy storage systems. Performance characteristics of power stations, Heat rate and incremental rate, Optimum load division between units. Regulation of central units, Control in steam generators, Governing of steam turbines, Load, Frequency characteristics, Parallel operation, Lubrication systems, Protection and tripping systems. Nuclear power stations, Principles and types of reactors, Reactors calculations, Safety systems, Testing: Reliability tests, Acceptance tests, Guarantee figures, Costing, Power stations and the environment. References: Skortzki, R. G. and Vopat, W. A., Applied Energy Conversion, McGraw Hill, 1985. Stocker, W. F., Design of Thermal Systems, McGraw Hill, 1992. Hicks, Tyler G., Power Plant Evaluation and Design Reference Guide, McGraw Hill, 1994. Laboratory: Thermal Systems Lab. Use of convergent, divergent nozzles to measure thrust Use of steam jet air ejector to create vacuum, influence of motive steam Use of steam jet ejector as a thermo-compressor Run plant of fire tube boiler and steam turbine to determine steam rate, heat rate and input, output characteristics MEP 461 Internal Combustion Engines (2) _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (2nd Term)Hrs/Week: [(0+0) + (4+1)] Marks:[(0+0+0) + (75+25+25)] = 125} Course Contents Performance map and the performance of 4-stroke and 2-stroke engines. Engine fuel feeding systems: Spark ignition engine: The carburettor, Engine mixture requirements for best performance, The simple carburettor and methods of automatic mixture control. Fuel injection, Types of systems and components. Compression ignition engines: Diesel fuel injection systems, Types and components, Performance and tests. Supercharging: Methods, Turbocharging, Matching of engine and supercharger. Ignition: Types and components, Conventional and electronic ignition. Governors: Types, Components and testing. References: Nunney, M. J., Light and Heavy Vehicle Technology, Newnes, 1994. Heywood, J. B., Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals, McGraw Hill, 1994. BOSCH, Electric and Electronic, BOSCH Handbook, 1999. Norman, Diesel Technology, The Goodheart Willcox Co., 1999. Laboratory: Internal Combustion Engines Lab. Calibration and Testing of Diesel Fuel Injector. Calibration and Testing of Diesel Fuel Injection Pupms Performance tests and Performance Map of a Spark Ignition Engine. Testing and Adjustment of the Hydraulic GM Engine Governor. MEP 471 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (Cont.)Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (3+2)] Marks:[(75+25+0) + (75+25+50)] = 250} Course Contents Refrigeration: Theoretical refrigeration vapor compression cycles, Actual refrigeration vapor compression cycles, Multi-stage compression systems, Different types of components of refrigeration systems, Refrigerants, Cooling load for cold stores, Performance and selection of refrigerating equipment, Control of refrigeration capacity, Absorption refrigeration, Miscellaneous refrigerating systems. Air conditioning: Meaning of air conditioning, Field of application, Properties of moist air, Construction of psychometrics chart, Psychrometric processes, Applied psychrometric processes, Summer air conditioning cycles, Winter air conditioning cycles, All year air conditioning cycles, Air conditioning cooling heating load calculations. References: Stoecker, W. F., Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, McGraw Hill, 1955. Threlkeld, T. L., Thermal Environmental Engineering, Prentice Hall, 1962. Mull, Tomas E., HVAC, Principles and Application Manual, McGraw Hill, 1997. Laboratory: Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Lab. Performance study of An Educational Air, Cooled Refrigerating System at Different Operation conditions. Performance study of An Educational Water, Cooled Refrigerating System at Different Operation Conditons Performance study of a Cooling Towers at Different Operation Conditions Performance study of an Educational Air Conditioning Unit at Different Operation Conditioins. MEP 481 Automatic Control (2) _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (1st Term)Hrs/Week: [(3+2) + (0+0)] Marks:[(90+35+0) + (0+0+0)] = 125} Course Contents Mathematical description and modelling of systems using difference equations: Z-transform, Sampling techniques, Etc. Equipment and components of digital control systems and SCADA: Signal samplers, Digital filters, A/D and D/A converters, Interface circuits, Data acquisition and control cards, … etc. Design of process control Systems and servomechanisms using programmable control units: Based on ADA cards, PLC's and microcontrollers, Components and specifications, Hard ware and software requirements, Introduction to assembly C/C++ programming. Analysis and design of DC motors based and hydraulic valves based servomechanisms: Including all components and configurations. Introduction to topic control systems, LCS and classification of LCS components: Switches timers, Counters, Shaft encoders, Stepper motors, Fluidic control components. Design of LCS: Combinational and sequential, Using the basic principles of SFE, Grafcert, Petri-Nets…..etc., With enough practical examples. References: Humphries, J. T. and Sheets, L. P., Industrial Electronics, Breton Publishers, 1983. Dorf, R. C., Modern Control Systems, Addison Wesley, 1995. Bolton, W., Mechatronics, Electronic Control Systems in Mechanical Engineering, Longman Scientific and Technical, 1999. Tolbah, Farid A., Design of Logic Control Systems, Hakym Printshop, Cairo, 2002. MEP 482 Modelling & Simulation of Thermal Power Systems _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical PowerHrs/Week: [(0+0) + (2+1)] Marks: [(0+0+0) + (50+25+0)] = 75} Course Contents Modelling and simulation of thermal systems, Applications in heat transfer by conduction, Convection and radiation, Applications in energy systems, Applications in fluid flow systems, Applications in refrigeration and air conditioning systems. References: Duffie, J. A. and Beckman, W. A., Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, John Wiley, 1982. Sherratt, A. F. C., Air Conditioning System Design for Building, McGraw Hill, London, 1983. Curtis, F. Gerald and Wheathey, Patrick, O., Applied Numerical Analysis, Addison Wesley Publishing Co., 1984. Munson, Yound and Okiihi, Fundamental of Fluid Mechanics, John Wiley and Sons, 1990. Stoecker, W. F., Design of Thermal Systems, McGraw Hill, 1992. MEP 499 Project _{4th Year: Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Power (Cont.) Hrs/Week: [(0+4) + (0+4)] Marks:[(0+50+0) + (0+50+100)] = 200} Course Contents The student deals with the analysis and design of a complete engineering system using the fundamentals, Principles and skills he gained during his study. The project's report presented by the student should include the details of the analysis and design satisfying the concerned code requirements, The computer applications as well as the experimental work when necessary, in addition to the technical engineering drawing of his design. Throughout the project report and at oral the exam, The student should prove his complete understanding of the elements of the project and his capability to apply them in his future engineering career. References: Selected References, Scientific Papers, Research Reports, Manuals, Catalogues, Software Packages.