11.2 - Boundary Layer Theory
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Practice Questions
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What is a boundary layer?
💡 Hint: Think about where fluid and surface interaction occurs.
How do you define shear stress?
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting parallel to a surface.
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What is the primary factor that characterizes fluid behavior near surfaces?
💡 Hint: Consider what affects the friction between layers.
The flow is considered laminar when the Reynolds number is:
💡 Hint: Reflect on the definitions of flow types.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a vehicle's drag based on its shape and Reynolds number. Briefly explain how this impacts fuel efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider common vehicle shapes and their drag characteristics.
Given a Reynolds number of 1,200, determine if the flow near a flat plate would be laminar or turbulent. Justify your answer.
💡 Hint: Refer back to the critical Reynolds numbers for classification.
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