Abstract
Abstract Fundamentals of hose design have not changed with the introduction of new and improved component materials. Hose consists of three basic elements which are tube, reinforcement, and outer cover—with each serving a primary function. The tube or inner liner contains and resists the fluid conveyed and transmits forces created by the internal pressures to the strength member. The reinforcement or strength member contains the forces created by the fluid pressure. The outer cover protects hose reinforcement and resists external environment and damage. This paper is primarily concerned with the design concepts of the strength member or reinforcement as a functional component to resist and control forces created in service. Design principles relating to reinforcement angle, burst strength, and length change under pressure are presented for various hose styles. Braided, spiral, wrapped, loomed, wrapped ply and knitted hose styles are reviewed and compared. Reinforcement materials, their types, relative strengths and advantages are summarized. Examples of specific applications of hose are presented to illustrate hose design principles in action in industry.
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