Book Overview

This compact, on-the-job handbook provides all the practical and theoretical information to design elastomeric O-ring seals for the full range of static, reciprocating, and rotary functions.

Complete with fully illustrated, detailed examples to guide you step-by-step through virtually every seal design situation, Practical Seal Design provides thorough coverage of ring seal geometry, material-compound capability, material performance, and design methods ... detailed design considerations including stretch, swell, shrinkage, and blowout prevention, as well as innovations to extend seal life span and minimize system hysteresis ... unmatched treatment of piston-cylinder seal and shaft seal design ... and clearly elucidated specifications for military, aerospace, and industrial standards.

With quick-access features to facilitate prompt, proper, and effective design, Practical Seal Design is an essential single-source reference for mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, automotive, aeronautical, and ocean engineers.

Furthermore, this one-of-a-kind work is an excellent reference text for professional seminars on hydrodynamic, pneumatic, and mechanical engineering systems, and undergraduate mechanical design courses.