19.4.2 - Special Cases in Momentum Flux
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What is a stress tensor?
💡 Hint: Think about how forces are distributed in fluids.
What is the significance of normal stress in fluid flow?
💡 Hint: Consider how pressure is defined in a fluid.
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What defines a stress tensor in fluid mechanics?
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True or False: Control volumes are arbitrary and do not affect the analysis of fluid mechanics.
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Calculate the momentum flux for water flowing through a pipe with a diameter of 0.5m at an average velocity of 3m/s. Use a correction factor of 1.2.
💡 Hint: Remember to convert diameter to radius when calculating area.
Discuss the implications of choosing a control volume that does not align with the velocity vector of fluid flow.
💡 Hint: Consider the physics of flow direction and how it impacts the forces calculated.
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