21.1.1 - Major Pipe Head Loss (Due to Friction)
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Define head loss in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about energy in the context of fluid movement.
What does the Darcy-Weisbach equation calculate?
💡 Hint: Focus on the relationship between fluid velocity and pipe characteristics.
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What is the primary purpose of the Darcy-Weisbach equation?
💡 Hint: Consider what the equation incorporates.
True or False: Minor losses are usually more significant than major losses in a piping system.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the definitions of major and minor losses.
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A pipeline of 500 m length and 0.75 m diameter is used to transport water. Calculate the head loss if the friction factor is 0.03 and the flow velocity is 2 m/s.
💡 Hint: Break down the problem by calculating each term carefully in the equation.
You have a total head loss requirement of 25 m for a pipe system with several branches and valves. Calculate the required flow velocity if the friction factor is 0.025 and the pipe length is 400 m.
💡 Hint: Ensure all units are consistent while reworking the equation.
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