Solving Problems in Fluid Mechanics, Volume 2This second volume of two aims to help prepare students of fluid mechanics for their examinations by presenting a clear explanation of theory and application in the form of solutions to typical examination and assignment type questions. Each chapter comprises start-of-chapter learning objectives, a summary of basic theory, end-of-chapter summaries, a range of worked examples, a selection of problems with answers, and assignments to encourage further practice and consolidate understanding. |
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Dimensional analysis | 1 |
Dynamical similarity problems | 14 |
Vortex motion and radial flow | 31 |
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adiabatic aerofoil air vessel angle Answer assuming Bernoulli's equation boundary layer bucket bulk modulus Calculate CALIFORN cent centrifugal pump channel closure constant critical depth cylinder delivery pipes diam diameter dimensional analysis discharge downstream drag coefficient dynamical similarity efficiency equation Figure fluid force formula friction gradient h₁ hydraulic hydraulic jump impeller inlet kg/m³ laminar length loss of head m³/min m³/s mass density maximum mean velocity momentum N/m² nozzle orifice outlet P₁ Pelton wheel pipeline piston pressure drop pressure wave radial radius rate of flow resistance rev/min Reynolds number runner SAN DIEGO shear stress Show simple harmonic motion skin friction Solution specific energy specific speed stream function streamlines stroke surface surge tank temperature throat turbine turbulent flow unit upstream V₁ valve velocity of flow venturi viscosity vortex width