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Mechanics of Fluids

Hydrodynamics: Flow in Pipes

The real behaviour of fluids flowing is well described by an experiment carried out by Reynolds in 1883.…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

Accounting for Energy Losses

Consider the following reservoir and pipe system:.

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

Velocity and Momentum Factors

The velocity and momentum terms in the energy and momentum equations (and in any resultant developments) have assumed…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

Discharge Measurement in Pipelines

We consider two kinds of meters based on constricting the flow: the Venturi meter and the Orifice meter,…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

Modifications to the Basic Equations

Flow Measurement – Small Orifices Consider the following tank discharge through a small opening below its surface: Flow…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

The Momentum Equation

Development We consider again a general stream tube: Application – Fluid Striking a Flat Surface Consider the jet…

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Mechanics of Fluids

Energy Equation – Example

Problem For the siphon shown, determine the discharge and pressure heads at A and B given that the…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

The Energy Equation

Development We apply the Law of Conservation of Energy to a control volume. To do so, we must…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

Mass Conservation – Example

Problem Water flows from point A to points D and E as shown. Some of the flow parameters…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin

Mechanics of Fluids

The Continuity Equation

Development Applying the Law of Conservation of Mass to a control volume, we see: Consider a small length…

August 7, 2021 · senseadmin