15.4.3 - Uniformly Moving Control Volume
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What is a fixed control volume?
💡 Hint: Consider its movement relative to fluid.
Define Reynolds Transport Theorem.
💡 Hint: Think about how mass and energy are transferred.
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What type of control volume does not move?
💡 Hint: Think about its position relative to surrounding fluids.
True or False: In a moving control volume, the shape remains constant.
💡 Hint: Think about how ships and balloons behave in water.
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A ship moves at a constant velocity in tranquil waters. Derive the mass conservation equations governing the flow around it, assuming steady-state conditions.
💡 Hint: Use the Reynolds Transport Theorem for your derivation.
Analyze an expanding balloon underwater. Derive the relationship between the change of volume, fluid flow into the balloon, and mass conservation principles.
💡 Hint: Think of the balloon's elasticity and pressure differences.
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