ADVANCED COURSE ON PRESSURE TRANSIENTS
Hydrodynamics of pipelines

Date 1 - 2 June 2011, Deltares, Delft, the Netherlands Course leaders Anton Heinsbroek, Deltares Simone De Kleermaeker, Deltares Ivo Pothof, Deltares Course instructors Anton Bergant, Litostroj Power Bryan Karney, University of Toronto Jim Liou, University of Idaho Arris Tijsseling, University of Eindhoven Course background Knowledge of flow behaviour, both steady and unsteady, is necessary for optimal and safe use of fluid transportation in pipeline systems. This behaviour is dependent on all system characteristics. The system parameters, such as the pipeline profile and flow velocities, as well as the hydraulic properties of components (pumps, valves and check valves) and off-design conditions (e.g. gas pockets) play an important role. Prior to this advanced course, Deltares Academy has also organized an introductory course on pressure transients on 30 - 31 May. Aim of the course The general purpose of this intensive course is to provide the experts from all around the world with advanced tools and ideas for a deeper insight into pressure transients in pipeline systems. The course is based on extended experience gained by the instructors from all around the world. The course focuses on some advanced topics concerning pressure transients. It includes lessons from practice, modelling issues, risk management, more detailed information on components such as pumps and check valves, and ends with an entertaining historical perspective on fluid transients. The following lectures will be presented: detection of gas bubbles in pipeline systems using pressure transients modelling practice – validation of a numerical model with measurements design approach – risk management and transient protection, safe fail versus fail safe approaches; design trade offs and getting the balance right dynamic behaviour of pumps – Suter curve, pump as turbine modelling low-pressure system involving free air and gaseous cavitation, with examples in safety vacuum release system and separately liquefied nature gas off-loading system dynamic characteristics and torque models of check valves fluid structure interaction unsteady friction – measurements and theory column separation focus on the future – learning from spectacular failures transients in hydropower plants – modelling, field tests and design review of two centuries of historical development of theory and experiment, from the implicit discovery of the Joukowsky formula by Thomas Young (1808) to its implementation in modern computer programs by Streeter and Wylie (1967). For a detailed listing of subjects, please see the course programme. Who should attend This course is geared towards anyone who deals with the transportation and distribution of fluids in closed pipeline systems, as well as the design of such systems. This includes engineers, technical and project managers and controllers of pipeline systems and process installations who want to upgrade their understanding of pressure transients. The content is suited for those whose business or professional interests involve the course subjects, as well as researchers and inventors, who are constantly searching for new ideas to help improve components and processes. A degree in engineering, engineering science, physics, or other scientific discipline is recommended. Enrolment, fee and registration The registration fee is € 1,125.-- for two days (50% discount for students). The course fee includes course documentation, lunches and refreshments during the breaks. The fee does not include VAT. International participants from within the European Union are charged 0% VAT only when they provide their organizations VAT number. Participants from outside the European Union are exempt from VAT, hence 0% VAT will be charged. Please use the electronic form on this website for registration. More information For more information, please contact the course coordinator, Marion Arkesteijn (telephone +31 (0)88 335 7500, telefax +31 (0)15 2610821 or e-mail sales@delftaresacademy.com).

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