20.6.1 - Examples of Real-Life Problems
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What is the definition of a control volume?
💡 Hint: Think about how we isolate parts of the fluid for analysis.
Name the two types of forces acting on a control volume.
💡 Hint: Consider where these forces act in relation to the fluid.
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What is the momentum conservation principle?
💡 Hint: Think of systems like closed containers.
Reynolds Transport Theorem relates what two aspects?
💡 Hint: Consider how we analyze flows in and out of control volumes.
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A water jet exits a nozzle with an internal diameter of 0.05m and a velocity of 10 m/s. Calculate the momentum flux and compare it to that of a jet with a diameter of 0.1m and a velocity of 5 m/s.
💡 Hint: Use A = π(d/2)^2 for area calculation.
Describe how the variation in pressure along a bridge pier affected by a flowing river can change the structural design of the pier. What calculations would be necessary?
💡 Hint: Consider using CFD simulations to visualize these forces.
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