4 - Minor Losses
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What is a minor loss in fluid dynamics?
💡 Hint: Think about where fluid flow might not be straight.
Explain what the K value represents.
💡 Hint: It's like a measure of obstruction!
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What does the K value in the minor loss equation represent?
💡 Hint: Think about which factor measures obstruction.
True or False: Minor losses have a negligible effect on overall system performance.
💡 Hint: Consider if they really are 'minor' in extensive systems.
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A piping system has three different valves with K values of 2.5, 1.5, and 1.0 and is running at a flow velocity of 4 m/s. Calculate the total head loss due to these valves.
💡 Hint: Combine the losses into one formula before calculating.
Discuss how you would design a piping system to minimize minor losses in a high-demand environment, indicating specific measures and their expected impact.
💡 Hint: Consider all flow direct paths would be optimal.
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