Mathematical modeling of reciprocating pump

作者：Lee Jong Kyeom; Jung Jun Ki; Chai Jang Bom; Lee Jin Woo^*

来源：Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology, 2015, 29(8): 3141-3151.

DOI：10.1007/s12206-015-0713-x

• Reciprocating pump
• Mathematical model
• Diagnosis
• Valve leakage
• Damage parameter
• Probability density function

A new mathematical model is presented for the analysis and diagnosis of a high-pressure reciprocating pump system with three cylinders. The kinematic and hydrodynamic behaviors of the pump system are represented by the piston displacements, volume flow rates and pressures in its components, which are expressed as functions of the crankshaft angle. The flow interaction among the three cylinders, which was overlooked in the previous models, is considered in this model and its effect on the cylinder pressure profiles is investigated. The tuning parameters in the mathematical model are selected, and their values are adjusted to match the simulated and measured cylinder pressure profiles in each cylinder in a normal state. The damage parameter is selected in an abnormal state, and its value is adjusted to match the simulated and measured pressure profiles under the condition of leakage in a valve. The value of the damage parameter over 300 cycles is calculated, and its probability density function is obtained for diagnosis and prognosis on the basis of the probabilistic feature of valve leakage.

• 出版日期2015-8