3.3 - Hardy Cross Method
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Practice Questions
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What is the Hardy Cross Method used for?
💡 Hint: Think of a systematic approach to manage water flow.
Define head loss.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to pressure as fluid moves through a pipe.
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What is the primary purpose of the Hardy Cross Method?
💡 Hint: Think about water distribution systems.
True or False: Head loss is irrelevant when designing pipe networks.
💡 Hint: Consider the factors affecting fluid movement.
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A network of pipes connects a reservoir to three different outlets, with varying pipe sizes and lengths. Use the Hardy Cross Method to calculate the flow rates at each outlet, considering friction and minor losses.
💡 Hint: Sketch diagrams and use the right equations for losses.
An engineer faces a problem where a water pipeline splits at a junction. Calculate how the flow distributes among different branches, utilizing the Hardy Cross Method while factoring in specific losses at different pipe sections.
💡 Hint: Remember: Balancing flow is akin to solving two equations simultaneously.
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