Practice Energy Loss Calculations - 14.5.2 | 14. Open Channel Flow | Fluid Mechanics - Vol 3
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14.5.2 - Energy Loss Calculations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are the two primary forces acting on open channel flow?

💡 Hint: Think about the forces affecting water movement.

Question 2

Easy

Define hydraulic radius.

💡 Hint: Consider what A and P represent.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What type of flow is characterized by constant parameters over a distance?

  • Uniform Flow
  • Gradually Varied Flow
  • Rapidly Varied Flow

💡 Hint: Consider what happens if flow characteristics do not change.

Question 2

True or False: Friction is the only force acting against flow in open channels.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the forces discussed at the beginning.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

An open channel has a width of 5 meters and a depth of 3 meters. If the flow velocity is 2 m/s, calculate the discharge and hydraulic radius. Also, discuss how these parameters influence energy loss.

💡 Hint: Determine A and P carefully, and remember the relationships for discussing energy loss.

Question 2

In a rapidly varied flow scenario, how would you approach calculating the energy loss when a dam gate is lowered? What factors would influence your calculations?

💡 Hint: Consider how abrupt changes affect energy and how to model the changes effectively.

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