18.5 - Problem Analysis
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Practice Questions
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What is conservation of momentum?
💡 Hint: Think about mass and velocity.
Define incompressible flow.
💡 Hint: Consider fluid density during flow.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is conservation of momentum?
💡 Hint: It involves velocity and mass.
In steady flow, fluid properties change with time.
💡 Hint: Think about how conditions remain the same.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a fluid flow system with varying diameters at inlets and outlets, derive the momentum conservation equations and solve for the outlet velocity, taking into account frictional losses.
💡 Hint: Start by balancing the inflow and outflow rates.
A hydropower project utilizes a river with steep gradients. Assess the momentum changes as the water is diverted for turbine use, calculating energy outputs based on flow rates and density variations.
💡 Hint: Consider how momentum and energy conservation will be applied in this scenario.
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