2.1. Next Steps

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is head loss in a pipe system?

   Hint

   Think about energy losses while water flows.

2. 2.

   Which equation is used to calculate major losses in a pipe?

   Hint

   Recall the formula that includes friction factor and flow velocity.

3. 3.

   What type of head loss arises due to friction in a pipe?

   • Minor Loss
   • Major Loss
   • Total Loss

   Hint

   Consider the main contributors to energy loss in pipes.

4. 4.

   True or False: The Hardy Cross Method requires setting flows at each node to sum to zero.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the logic of flow conservation.

5. 5.

   A pipe of length 30 m and diameter 0.05 m has a flow velocity of 1.5 m/s. Calculate the friction loss given a friction factor of 0.03. How does this impact the total energy use?

   Hint

   Make sure to convert all units properly before solving!

6. 6.

   A looped pipe network distributes water to two branches. Given the head loss data at nodes, and initial flow rates, apply the Hardy Cross Method to re-calculate and adjust the flows until total losses are minimized.

   Hint

   Track the flow at each node and ensure they sum to zero!