12.4.1 - Finding Directions of Fluid Particles
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What is a velocity field?
💡 Hint: It describes how fluid speeds vary.
Define acceleration in fluid dynamics.
💡 Hint: Think of how fast the velocity is changing.
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What is the definition of a velocity field?
💡 Hint: Think about how speed measurements can differ.
In steady flow, components dependent on time are:
💡 Hint: Consider stability in flow parameters!
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A cylindrical pipe narrows from a diameter of 10 cm to 5 cm. If the fluid shows a velocity of 1 m/s at the larger diameter, calculate the velocity at the smaller diameter using continuity equations.
💡 Hint: Consider how area affects velocity in fluid flow.
Discuss how fluid dynamics equations can predict pressure drop in a nozzle and the factors contributing to it.
💡 Hint: Connect pressure with kinetic energy in fluids.
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