5.6.1 - Numerical Examples
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Define a stream function in fluid mechanics.
💡 Hint: Think about how it relates to velocity components.
What does CFD stand for?
💡 Hint: It involves computational techniques for fluid analysis.
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What does a stream function represent in fluid mechanics?
💡 Hint: Consider how stream functions relate to flow visualization.
Is the following statement true or false? 'Pressure gradients do not influence fluid flow.'
💡 Hint: Think about how pressure relates to flow dynamics.
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Given the stream function psi(x,y) = xy^2, derive the expressions for velocity components u and v. Explain how they relate to pressure gradients.
💡 Hint: Focus on calculating partial derivatives for u and v.
Discuss the implications of a high-pressure zone relative to a low-pressure zone in a flow field with defined streamlines.
💡 Hint: Consider how pressure affects the spacing of streamlines.
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