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Fluid Kinematics

The chapter discusses fluid kinematics, focusing on fundamental approaches and principles governing fluid motion. It outlines the Lagrangian and Eulerian approaches, explores key concepts such as the Reynolds Transport Theorem and various flow visualization techniques, and examines types of flow and fluid deformation. Additionally, the chapter presents mathematical formulations including the continuity equation and discusses velocity potentials and stream functions.

Sections

  • 1

    Approaches To Fluid Motion

    This section covers two primary approaches to fluid motion: the Lagrangian and Eulerian approaches, along with their applications and differences.

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  • 1.1

    Lagrangian Approach

    The Lagrangian approach in fluid kinematics tracks individual fluid particles to analyze their motion over time.

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  • 1.2

    Eulerian Approach

    The Eulerian approach focuses on observing fluid properties at fixed points in space, contrasting with the Lagrangian approach, which tracks individual fluid particles.

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  • 2

    Reynolds Transport Theorem (Rtt)

    The Reynolds Transport Theorem (RTT) connects Lagrangian and Eulerian analyses, providing the foundation for conservation laws across fluid mechanics.

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  • 3

    Flow Visualization Techniques

    This section explores various techniques used to visualize fluid flow, highlighting the differences among streamlines, path lines, streak lines, and stream tubes.

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  • 4

    Types Of Flow

    This section distinguishes between various types of fluid flow, highlighting their unique characteristics.

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  • 5

    Strain Rate And Fluid Deformation

    This section quantifies the rate of deformation of fluid elements, focusing on linear and shear strain.

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  • 6

    Continuity Equation (3d Cartesian Form)

    The continuity equation in three-dimensional Cartesian coordinates ensures mass conservation in fluid flow, represented mathematically by the equation ∂ρ/∂t + ∇⋅(ρV⃗) = 0.

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  • 7

    Velocity And Acceleration Of Fluid Particles

    This section explains the concepts of velocity and acceleration of fluid particles, highlighting the types of accelerations and their significance in fluid motion.

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  • 8

    Velocity Potential Function (Φ)

    The velocity potential function, denoted by ϕ, is a scalar function used in fluid mechanics to describe the velocity field for irrotational flow.

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  • 9

    Stream Function (Ψ)

    The stream function (ψ) is a mathematical construct used in fluid mechanics to simplify the analysis of two-dimensional incompressible flows, automatically satisfying the continuity equation.

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References

Module III_ Fluid Kinematics.pdf

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What we have learnt

  • Fluid motion can be analyze...
  • The Reynolds Transport Theo...
  • Different flow visualizatio...

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