A Miniature Rotary Compressor with a 1:10 Compression Ratio

Micro compressors have applications in medical devices, robotics and “nanosatellites”. The problem of active cooling for photo detectors in “nano-satellites” becomes more important because the majority of space missions target Earth observation, and passive cooling does not provide the required temperatures to achieve the desired SNR levels. Reciprocating compressors used in cryocoolers cause vibrations. VERT Rotors has built an ultralow-vibration rotary compressor with 40mm-long screws, and our prototype delivered 1:10 compression ratio. This “nano” compressor is a non-conventional conical type consisting of an Inner conical screw rotor revolving inside an Outer screw rotor.

Mini Rotary Compressor

Authors:

Olly Dmitriev, Eugene Tabota, Ian Arbon Euring, and Ceng Fimeche

2015 IOP Conf. Ser.: Mater. Sci. Eng. 90 012055

Geometry of Screw Compressor Rotors and their Tools

This paper presents a method of general geometrical definitions of screw machine rotors and their manufacturing tools. It describes the details of lobe shape specification, and focuses on a new lobe profile, which yields a larger cross-sectional area and shorter sealing lines resulting in higher delivery rates for the same tip speed. A well proven mathematical model was used to determine the optimum profile, compressor housing size, and compressor ports to achieve the superior compressors.

Geometry of Screw Compressor Rotors

Authors:

Nikola Stosic

Ian Kenneth Smith

Ahmed Kovacevic

Elvedin Mujic

COVID-19 causes events to be canceled, some rescheduled

Many oil and gas conferences and events have been put on hold, with some rescheduling far into the future. It seemed only the events that were to take place mid-COVID-19 crisis, as the Global Energy Show was, might be canceled, but later events have pushed their dates back up to more than a year.

The EFRC conference, which was originally scheduled from September 2-3 2020, has been moved to March 9-11 2021.

The Gastech Exhibition & Conference has been rescheduled for September 13-16 2021, from the original dates of September 8-10 2020.

Rio Oil & Gas has been put on hold, with plans to reschedule when suitable dates appear.

Depending on the future situation surrounding COVID-19, many events may also reschedule, though so far original dates still stand. A full view of oil & gas events taking place within the next year can be viewed on our conferences page.

 

Global screw compressor market expects growth of US$4.2 billion by 2025

The global market for screw compressors is expected to grow by US$4.2 billion by 2025, claims a report by Report Linker. The growth will be driven by a compounded annual growth rate of 5.4%. Once past the COVID-19 pandemic, growth is predicted to again move back to a new normal.

This report is accessible through the Report Linker website and is available for purchase.

 

Global Centrifugal Compressor Market Report 2020 With Size Status And Forecast To 2026

The centrifugal compressor market may experience vast growth in to 2026, according to a study by The Research Insights. The report analyzes the current state of the centrifugal compressor market and predicts the evolution of the market until 2026.

An overview of the report can be accessed here.

For more information, contact:

Robin

Sales manager

Contact number: +91-996-067-0000

sales@theresearchinsights.com

https://www.theresearchinsights.com

Global Energy Show canceled, Webinars provided in its place

The impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic has caused all DMG Energy Events to be put on hold, including the highly sought after Global Energy Show in Calgary. In its place, DMG events has elected to host live webinars for anyone to view, which can be found on the Global Energy Show website.

The webinars can be viewed live, or for past webinars, on demand. The live shows continue until June 24th.

Upcoming webinars include:

  • Exploitation of Waste Energy to Help O&G Companies in the Path of Decarbonization
    • June 10 at 3:00 p.m. MDT
  • Fundamentals of XTL
    • June 11 at 3:00 p.m. MDT
  • Reduce Costs Now: Realize Immedieate Savings Through Sourcing, Contract Compliance & Effiecient Procurement
    • June 17 at 3:00 p.m. MDT
  • Zero GHG Production of Oil Reservoirs using RF Heating
    • June 24 at 3:00 p.m. MDT

More information can be found through the Global Energy Show Website. www.globalenergyshow.com/webinars

Atlas Copco acquires French distributor of industrial compressors

Ovity Air Comprimé is located in Le Mans in the Loire Valley in France and has 8 employees.

“The acquisition will open up opportunities to further develop our presence in the area and grow our service offering in the north west of France,” said Vagner Rego, Business Area President Compressor Technique.

The purchase price is not material relative to Atlas Copco’s market capitalization and is not disclosed.

The company will become part of the service division within the Compressor Technique Business Area.

For more information please contact:

Sara Liljedal, Media Relations Manager
08 743 8060 or 072 144 1038
media@atlascopco.com

Vagner Rego, Business Area President Compressor Technique

vagner.rego@atlascopco.com

Siemens to supply equipment for Malaysia gas development

With an estimated recoverable gas resource circa three trillion standard cubic feet (TSCF), the Kasawari field is one of the most significant gas discoveries in Malaysia. Once in production, the field will produce up to 900 million cubic feet per day (MMCFD) of gas, which will be delivered to the PETRONAS LNG Complex in Bintulu, Sarawak.
The three SGT-300 GTG units will have dual-fuel capability. Each turbine will have a power capacity of 7.9 megawatts electric (MWe) at ISO condition. The units will provide the necessary power to the entire CPP that will process and export the natural gas. Power demands include living quarters and electrical utilities for all process systems and wellheads.
The three SGT-300 mechanical drive gas turbines are designed to produce a power output of 9 megawatts (MW) at ISO condition. They will directly drive the DATUM compressors that will compress and export sales gas to the existing riser platform nearshore, before delivering gas to the LNG complex.
The SGT-300 is a robust, proven gas turbine used for power generation and mechanical drive applications throughout the world. The turbine is most renowned for its use in the oil and gas industry and is a popular choice because of its compact arrangement, easy on-site maintainability, and reliability.
The SGT-300 GTG also has a high-efficiency, an innovative dry low emissions (DLE) combustion system and more than 7 million hours of operating experience worldwide. Compared to other gas turbines on the market, the SGT-300 GTG offers a lower life cycle cost, particularly a longer overhaul interval, as well as higher reliability.
The core engine for each SGT-300 will be manufactured at the Siemens Gas Turbine Service Center in Lincoln, United Kingdom, and the GTGs and gas turbine compressor train will be packaged and tested in Houston, Texas, USA. The units will be delivered to the customer in time for the planned startup of the CPP in Q1 2023.
“Siemens Gas and Power is proud to be selected by MMHE in supporting PCSB’s project to supply our proven, robust SGT-300 gas turbines and DATUM compressors for their large-scale field projects,” said Thorbjoern Fors, CEO for Siemens Energy Oil & Gas Division. “This new contract award follows our breakthrough year in 2018 in Malaysia when Siemens supplied three SGT-300 units after signing our Global Frame Agreement contract with PETRONAS in 2017.”
For further information on Siemens Gas and Power, please see
http://www.siemens.com/energy
For further information on the SGT-300 industrial gas turbine, visit
http://bit.ly/3aKeLzTSGT-300
For further information on DATUM compressors
https://bit.ly/3aFPMxVDATUM
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