An integrated approach to the aero-mechanical optimisation of turbo compressors

This paper describes an integrated turbomachinery design system applied to the design of centrifugal turbocompressors that can be applied in an optimizing environment. It explains in some detail the preliminary design approach where significant improvements have been made over recent years. Examples drawn from industry are used to illustrate the current state of art of CFD and FE as applied to turbochargers and industrial compressors.