14.2 - Applications of Fluid Mechanics in Open Channel Flow
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Define open channel flow in your own words.
💡 Hint: Consider what makes this type of flow different from closed conduits.
What are the two major forces acting in open channel flow?
💡 Hint: Think about what pulls the fluid downward and what slows it down.
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What type of flow has constant velocity and depth?
💡 Hint: Think of idealized conditions where nothing changes.
Is hydraulic radius important for determining flow distributions?
💡 Hint: Consider its use in hydraulic calculations.
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Calculate the hydraulic radius for a rectangular channel with a width of 10 meters and a depth of 2 meters.
💡 Hint: Remember the formulas for area and perimeter and substitute correctly.
Describe a real-world application of uniform flow and how it is important in engineering design.
💡 Hint: Think about how water needs to be consistently available across a large area.
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