Practice Steps in Dimensional Analysis - 3 | 9. Dimensional Analysis and Hydraulic Similitude (Contd.,) | Hydraulic Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1

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List three main variables involved in a pipe flow problem.

💡 Hint: Think about the flow characteristics.

Question 2

Easy

What are the basic dimensions used in dimensional analysis?

💡 Hint: Consider the dimensions related to physical quantities.

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Question 1

What is the first step of dimensional analysis?

  • Choose repeating variables
  • List all variables
  • Express in basic dimensions

💡 Hint: Think about what you need to analyze the flow.

Question 2

True or False: The number of pi terms is equal to the number of variables minus the number of basic dimensions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Review the Buckingham Pi theorem.

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Question 1

Given a list of variables affecting fluid flow, apply the Buckingham Pi theorem to determine the number of pi terms and provide a relationship.

💡 Hint: Remember to categorize each variable according to dimensions.

Question 2

Formulate pi terms from a complex flow problem involving three non-linear variables. Discuss how to choose repeating variables.

💡 Hint: Use known relationships to guide your selection of repeating variables.

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