1.9 - Turbulent Flow in Pipes
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What is eddy viscosity?
💡 Hint: It varies based on flow conditions.
Define Reynolds shear stress.
💡 Hint: It involves fluctuating velocity components.
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What is the primary cause of increased shear stress in turbulent flow?
💡 Hint: Think about the chaotic nature of turbulent fluid movements.
True or False: In turbulent flow, viscous shear stress plays a significant role throughout the entire fluid.
💡 Hint: Reflect on where turbulence primarily occurs.
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Calculate the turbulent shear stress using Prandtl’s theory if the average velocity gradient (du/dy) is 0.5 s⁻¹ and the mixing length (lm) is 0.2 m.
💡 Hint: Ensure all units align for a proper calculation.
Discuss how the value of the von Karman constant impacts the estimation of turbulent shear stress in a practical engineering application.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of turbulence on structural stresses in engineering.
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