Fluid mechanics - Applications of continuity equation

CE8394 - Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
as per Anna University Syllabus

1. Fluid Mechanics and Machinery ( CE 8394 ) Panimalar Institute of Technology Department of Mechanical Engineering Bridge Course on Applications of Continuity Equation Prepared by: Mr. Amos Gamaleal David Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering Panimalar Institute of Technology 1

2. Rate of Flow or Discharge ( Q ) It is defined as the quantity of fluid flowing per second through a section of a pipe or channel. For an incompressible fluid (or liquid) the rate of flow of discharge is expressed as the volume of fluid flowing across the section per second. For Compressible fluids , the rate of flow is usually expressed as the weight of fluid flowing across the section.

3. Rate of Flow or Discharge ( Q ) Q = A x V Where Q = Rate of Discharge For liquids in m 3 /s For Gases N/s A = Cross sectional Area of the pipe V = Average velocity of fluid across the section

4. Continuity Equation

5. Problems on Continuity Eqn

6. Thank You for your Patience and Cooperation 13