14.3.2 - Pressure Conditions
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Define open channel flow.
💡 Hint: Think about what defines a surface in water flow.
What are the two main forces in open channel flow?
💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting on the water in the channel.
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What is the pressure at the free surface of an open channel flow?
💡 Hint: Consider what type of pressure affects the top of the water.
In open channel flow, what forces primarily act on the fluid?
💡 Hint: Reconnect with the key forces discussed in class.
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Given a trapezoidal channel with a bottom width of 5 m, side slopes of 2:1, and a flow depth of 3 m, calculate the hydraulic radius.
💡 Hint: Use trapezoidal area and perimeter formulas to find R.
Analyze the effect of increasing friction on open channel flow velocity. How would this change relate to flow conditions?
💡 Hint: Consider how surfaces affect water movement and the implications for channel designs.
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