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April 2007, Vol. 103, No. 4

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COVER STORY

Computational Fluid Dynamics - Power to the People

Today's CFD Programs are more powerful and easier to use than ever, thanks to improved mesh-generation strategies, computational methodologies, user interfaces and enhanced graphics capabilities. Cover photo courtesy of Acusim and Intelligent Light. 

Suzanne Shelley
SAFETY

Addressing the Human Side of Injury and Incident Prevention

The key to low injury and incident rates is creating a work environment that encourages employees to always take action to resolve potential problems. Here's how to do that.

Gregory M. Hanggi
HEAT TRANSFER

Improving Heat Exchanger Designs

This article defines and explains the factors that affect heat exchanger design margins. With the proper application of design margins, capital costs can be lowered and plant operations improved.

Christopher A. Bennett, R. Stanley Kistler, Thomas G. Lestina, David C. King
FLUIDS AND SOLIDS HANDLING

Selecting and Using Bolted Head Closures

Proper design, fabrication, assembly and operation of a pressure vessel closure are essential to ensuring product containment, integrity and quality.

John C. Birkmire, P.E.