Hydrodynamics: Flow in Pipes
The real behaviour of fluids flowing is well described by an experiment…
Accounting for Energy Losses
Consider the following reservoir and pipe system:.
Velocity and Momentum Factors
The velocity and momentum terms in the energy and momentum equations (and…
Discharge Measurement in Pipelines
We consider two kinds of meters based on constricting the flow: the…
Modifications to the Basic Equations
Flow Measurement – Small Orifices Consider the following tank discharge through a…
The Momentum Equation
Development We consider again a general stream tube: Application – Fluid Striking…
Energy Equation – Example
Problem For the siphon shown, determine the discharge and pressure heads at…
The Energy Equation
Development We apply the Law of Conservation of Energy to a control…
Mass Conservation – Example
Problem Water flows from point A to points D and E as…
The Continuity Equation
Development Applying the Law of Conservation of Mass to a control volume,…


