20.1.2 - Globe Valve
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of a globe valve?
💡 Hint: Think of how you might adjust the water flow from a faucet.
Define the K factor.
💡 Hint: K factors help us understand energy efficiency.
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What occurs when a globe valve is partially opened?
💡 Hint: Think about how the valve affects the fluid movement.
True or false: A gate valve can be used for precise flow control similar to a globe valve.
💡 Hint: Consider what it means to adjust flow.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a pipeline system with 3 valves, including one globe valve. Calculate the total expected head loss due to these valves if each has a K factor of 0.3 and the total flow rate is 20 L/s.
💡 Hint: Keep in mind the relationship between flow rate and velocity.
If a globe valve causes a significant pressure drop in a system, what redesign strategies would you suggest to minimize losses while ensuring flow control?
💡 Hint: Think about effective fluid dynamics that allow smoother transitions.
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