Practice - Distorted Scale Models
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Practice Questions
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Define Froude Number.
💡 Hint: Think about how gravity and inertia interact in fluids.
What is a distorted scale model?
💡 Hint: Focus on the goal of fitting models within available space.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What ratio is maintained for dynamic similarity when modeling?
💡 Hint: Think about fluid forces in use.
True or False: In distorted models, the vertical and horizontal scales must always be equal.
💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility in model design.
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Challenge Problems
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In a specific case, a model's horizontal length is designed at a 1/300 scale and a vertical dimension at 1/60. If the prototype’s discharge is 180 m³/s, find the model’s expected discharge.
💡 Hint: Start by calculating the scaling factors first.
A prototype depth measures 1.5m, and the scale for height in the model is 1/40. If the Reynolds number in the prototype is 15000, what would be the expected Reynolds number for the model?
💡 Hint: Focus on what ratios are needed to maintain similarity.
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