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Surge Analysis Calculation

Surge pressure in pipelines is calculated by summing the instantaneous pressure increase from total flow blockage and the gradual rise due to line packing. The instantaneous surge can be calculated using Joukowsky's equation, incorporating liquid density and velocity change. To protect pumps from surge, quick-acting relief systems like bursting discs or rapid response relief valves are recommended.

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Surge Analysis Calculation

Surge pressure in pipelines is calculated by summing the instantaneous pressure increase from total flow blockage and the gradual rise due to line packing. The instantaneous surge can be calculated using Joukowsky's equation, incorporating liquid density and velocity change. To protect pumps from surge, quick-acting relief systems like bursting discs or rapid response relief valves are recommended.

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Surge analysis calculation

Surge pressure calculations can be done using an excel sheet

The maximum surge pressure in any pipeline is the sum of 2 components:

1. The instantaneous pressure increase at the moment of total flow blockage

2. The subsequent gradual pressure rise due to the "line packing" effect.

The magnitude of the instantaneous surge can be calculated using the Joukowsky's equation:

Ps = ρ * a * Δv

where:
Ps = Surge pressure, Pa
ρ = liquid density, kg/m3
Δv = velocity change, m/s

The wave velocity "a" is given by

a = sq root (1 / ( (1/K + d/tw + 1/E)*ρ)


where:

K = liquid bulk modulus, Pa


d = pipe ID, m
tw = pipe wall thickness, m
E = Young's modulus for pipe material, Pa (for commercial steel Young's modulus is considered 210*109 Pa)

When protecting pumps from surge due to pressure wave the relief system should be quick acting such as bursting discs or rapid response relief valves.

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