Downstream & energy
Pipeline Engineering
5 self-contained study topics — notes, diagrams, formulas, and worked examples for exams and GATE.
Topics
- Pipeline HydraulicsPipeline hydraulics predicts pressure loss and throughput using friction models, fluid properties, and operating pressure constraints.
- Pipeline Design CodesPipeline codes convert pressure and location risk into allowable stress, wall thickness, and MAOP requirements for safe operation.
- Compressor and Pump StationsCompressor and pump stations restore hydraulic energy in long pipelines and are placed based on pressure profile and economics.
- Corrosion and Cathodic ProtectionCorrosion control combines coatings, monitoring, and cathodic protection to preserve pipeline wall thickness over service life.
- Pipeline Integrity ManagementIntegrity management prioritizes inspection, risk ranking, and repair so pipeline operation remains safe and code-compliant.