Practice Current Research and Applications - 2.3.2 | 2. Friction Factors and Energy Losses | Fluid Mechanics - Vol 3
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2.3.2 - Current Research and Applications

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Question 1 Easy

Define friction factor.

💡 Hint: Think about the role of friction in flow.

Question 2 Easy

What is the Darcy-Weisbach equation used for?

💡 Hint: Consider the factors involved in fluid movement.

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Question 1

What is the role of the friction factor in fluid flow?

A measure of pipe roughness
A measure of energy loss due to friction
An indicator of flow speed

💡 Hint: Consider how friction impacts movement.

Question 2

True or False: Minor losses are always greater than major losses in a pipe.

True
False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the sources of loss.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A water system comprises a 3000 m long pipe with a diameter of 0.25 m. If the friction factor is 0.03 and several valves introduce additional losses amounting to 8 m, calculate the total head loss.

💡 Hint: Ensure to determine V using the appropriate formula or given values.

Challenge 2 Hard

How much power is required to pump water 40 m high through a pipe where major losses are 12.5 m and minor losses are 3.5 m? Assume 70% pump efficiency.

💡 Hint: Convert flow to weight properly for calculations.

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