Practice Fluid Mechanics - 5. | 5. Stream Function | Fluid Mechanics - Vol 3
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define a stream function. What is its purpose?

💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to velocity.

Question 2

Easy

What does CFD stand for?

💡 Hint: It involves computing fluid flows.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary benefit of using stream functions?

  • Simplifies mathematical equations
  • Increases fluid pressure
  • Decreases fluid velocity

💡 Hint: Think about the stream function's purpose.

Question 2

True or False: Streamlines can cross one another in a fluid flow.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What happens if multiple streamlines intersect?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A stream function is given by Ψ(x,y) = x^2 + y^2. Determine the velocity components u and v at the point (1,1).

💡 Hint: Use partial derivatives to find u and v.

Question 2

Describe how the flow around a wing of an aircraft can be modeled using stream functions. What assumptions would need to be made?

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of airflow and the Bernoulli principle.

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