Practice Model Problem Example (1.14) - Dimensional Analysis and Hydraulic Similitude (Contd.,)
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Question 1 Easy

Define Froude number.

💡 Hint: Think about its relationship to gravity.

Question 2 Easy

What is the formula for velocity ratio?

💡 Hint: Recall the relationship between velocity and length ratios.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of the Froude model law?

To equate Froude numbers
To measure discharge
To compare dimensions

💡 Hint: Think about how gravity plays a role in fluid dynamics.

Question 2

True or False: Discharge ratios are solely based on velocity.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how area influences discharge.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You have a prototype with a discharge of 200 m³/s, scale lengths of 1/100 for width and 1/50 for height. Calculate the model's discharge.

💡 Hint: Break the scaling down and apply the ratios step by step.

Challenge 2 Hard

Given a prototype force of 300 N and a model scale of L_r = 1/300, what is the resistance in the model?

💡 Hint: Remember to cube the length ratio for force calculations.

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