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2. Pipe Networks (Contd.)

The chapter focuses on hydraulic engineering, specifically on pipe networks, their analysis and applications. It introduces concepts such as Bernoulli's equation, head losses, and introduces the Hardy Cross Method for analyzing pipe networks. The practical problems presented help in understanding how to calculate flow rates, pressures and power in various pipe configurations.

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Sections

  • 1

    Hydraulic Engineering

    This section covers fundamental concepts in hydraulic engineering, focusing on pipe networks, their configurations, and the application of energy equations for hydraulic analysis.

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  • 1.1

    Lecture - 45:

    This section continues the discussion on pipe networks, exploring calculations for pressure and power across different pipes.

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  • 2

    Pump And Flow Calculations

    This section discusses the calculations required for determining power and pressure in pump systems, focusing on loss estimations and flow dynamics.

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  • 2.1

    Estimation Of Power Required

    This section focuses on estimating the power required by a pump and the pressure at the suction side in hydraulic systems.

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  • 2.2

    Pressure At Suction Side Of The Pump

    This section discusses how to estimate the pressure on the suction side of a pump, incorporating static heads, velocity, head losses, and the Pump power requirement.

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  • 3

    Pipe Network Analysis

    This section covers the analysis of pipe networks, including methodologies for calculating flow rates and pressures in a hydraulic system.

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  • 3.1

    Types Of Pipe Connections

    This section discusses various types of pipe connections used in hydraulic engineering, highlighting the differences between series and parallel connections.

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  • 3.2

    Water Distribution Systems

    This section explores the fundamental principles of water distribution systems, focusing on pipe networks, head losses, and flow rates.

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  • 3.3

    Hardy Cross Method

    This section introduces the Hardy Cross Method, an iterative procedure for analyzing pipe networks, emphasizing the importance of flow continuity and head loss management.

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  • 3.4

    Continuity Criterion

    The continuity criterion in hydraulic engineering ensures that flow rates at junctions in pipe networks adhere to balance equations, maintaining fluid mechanics principles.

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  • 3.5

    Class Problem On Pipe In Parallel

    This section explores the calculations involved in hydraulic engineering related to pipe systems in parallel, focusing on power requirements and pressure estimations.

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  • 3.6

    Horizontal Pipeline With Different Diameters

    This section discusses the analysis of horizontal pipelines connecting reservoirs, accounting for different diameters, losses, and calculating discharge.

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References

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Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • The calculation of power re...
  • Pipe networks can be connec...
  • The Hardy Cross Method serv...

Final Test

Revision Tests