Practice Definition of Hydraulic Radius - 14.6.1 | 14. Open Channel Flow | Fluid Mechanics - Vol 3
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Question 1

Easy

What is hydraulic radius?

💡 Hint: Remember the formula R = A/P.

Question 2

Easy

If the width of a rectangular channel is 5m and the depth is 2m, what’s the area?

💡 Hint: Area is calculated using basic multiplication.

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Question 1

What is the formula for hydraulic radius?

  • R = A + P
  • R = A/P
  • R = P/A

💡 Hint: Think about what R represents in fluid mechanics.

Question 2

True or False: The hydraulic radius is important for calculating flow resistance.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on its applications in channel design.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design an open channel with a gradual slope carrying stormwater. Considering depth variations, calculate the required hydraulic radii for different sections to optimize flow.

💡 Hint: Use the hydraulic radius formula and adjust for geometric implications.

Question 2

Given an existing trapezoidal channel showing significant energy losses, analyze how altering the slope and hydraulic radius can minimize these losses.

💡 Hint: Consult fluid dynamics principles as you assess changes.

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