This compact on-the-job handbook provides all the practical and theoreticalinformation to design elastomeric O-ring seals for the full range of staticreciprocating and rotary functions. Complete with fully illustrated detailed examples to guide you step-bystepthrough virtually every seal design situation Practical Seal Designprovides thorough coverage of ring seal geometry material-compoundcapability material performance and design methods. detailed designconsiderations including stretch swell shrinkage and blowout preventionas well as innovations to extend seal life span and minimize systemhysteresis. unmatched treatment of piston-cylinder seal and shaft sealdesign. and clearly elucidated specifications for military aerospace andindustrial standards. With quick-access features to facilitate prompt proper and effective designPractical Seal Design is an essential single-source reference for mechanicalmanufacturing industrial automotive aeronautical and ocean engineers. Furthermore this one-of-a-kind work is an excellent reference text forprofessional seminars on hydrodynamic pneumatic and mechanicalengineering systems and undergraduate mechanical design courses. Language: English