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6. Linear Momentum Equations

The chapter explores the application of linear momentum equations and Bernoulli’s equations in analyzing fluid dynamics. It includes various examples illustrating how to compute force components acting on fluid systems while considering factors like mass flow and pressure changes. Several exercises further enhance understanding by applying theoretical concepts to practical scenarios.

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Sections

  • 6

    Linear Momentum Equations

    This section covers the application of linear momentum equations using the Reynolds transport theorem in fluid flow scenarios, demonstrating how to compute resultant forces based on momentum influx and outflux.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.1.1

    Applying Reynolds Transport Theorems

    This section discusses the application of Reynolds Transport Theorems to linear momentum equations in fluid dynamics, focusing on mass and momentum conservation.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.1.2

    Momentum Influx And Outflux Components

    This section focuses on applying linear momentum equations and the Reynolds transport theorem to understand momentum influx and outflux components in steady flow systems.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.2

    Example Problem 4

    This section focuses on applying Bernoulli's equations and linear momentum equations to fluid dynamics problems, exemplifying how to compute forces in flow systems.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.2.1

    Flow Classifications

    This section discusses flow classifications, focusing on how to quantify flow using mass conservation and Bernoulli's equations, and illustrates this with linear momentum applications.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.2.2

    Applying Bernoulli’s Equations

    This section discusses the application of Bernoulli’s equations and linear momentum equations in analyzing fluid dynamics problems on horizontal surfaces.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.2.3

    Linear Momentum Equations For Control Volume

    This section discusses the application of linear momentum equations within a control volume framework, highlighting the use of Reynolds transport theorem and Bernoulli's equations to analyze fluid flows.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.3

    Example Problem 5: Venturimeter

    This section focuses on the application of Bernoulli's equation and linear momentum principles to calculate fluid flow and pressure differences in a venturimeter.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.3.1

    Pressure Difference Calculation

    This section discusses the calculation of pressure difference and its application in solving fluid dynamics problems using Bernoulli's and momentum equations.

    Learning Practice

  • 6.3.2

    Computing The Discharge Coefficient

    This section addresses the methodology for computing the discharge coefficient using mass conservation and Bernoulli’s equations.

    Learning Practice

References

ch15 part b.pdf

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What we have learnt

  • The application of linear m...
  • Bernoulli’s equations relat...
  • Momentum flux components mu...

Final Test

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