Patent ID: 8161800
Filing Date: 2012-04-24
Classification: F04B,G01M

Abstract:
1. A method for simulating a compressor valve leak, said method comprising: inducing a flow of gas past a compressor valve that is coupled to a bypass block, wherein the bypass block defines a first passageway and a second passageway therein, and wherein the bypass block is also coupled to a bypass valve that is in flow communication with the second passageway; measuring a first temperature, wherein the first temperature is the temperature of the gas flowing through the first passageway of the bypass block; measuring a second temperature, wherein the second temperature is the temperature of gas flowing within the second passageway; and adjusting the bypass valve to divert a portion of the gas flowing through the second passageway to create temperature conditions substantially similar to conditions that are created due to a compressor valve leak.