Fluid Flow Theory
Fluid flow is a fundamental concept in engineering and physics, governing how liquids and gases move through different systems. This section provides detailed explanations and equations related to fluid dynamics, helping engineers, scientists, and researchers understand and optimize flow behavior.
Key Fluid Flow Topics
Click on a topic below to explore specific aspects of fluid flow theory:
- Fluid properties
- Fluid density Learn how density affects flow and pressure calculations
- Specific volume Explore the relationship between density and specific volume
- Specific gravity Compare fluid densities relative to water or air
- Mixture density Calculate the density of fluid mixtures
- Viscosity Understand how fluid resistance affects flow dynamics
- Pressure levels Learn about absolute, gauge, and differential pressure
- Flow in pipes
- Pipe diameter See how pipe sizing impacts flow rates and pressure loss
- Laminar/turbulent Differentiate between flow regimes
- Reynolds number Calculate flow type based on velocity and viscosity
- Bernoulli principle Explore energy conservation in fluid movement
- Darcy formula Use the Darcy-Weisbach equation to calculate pressure loss
- Friction Understand friction loss in pipes and channels
- Dynamic/total pressure Learn how velocity affects pressure forces
- Heat power Analyze thermal energy transfer in fluids
- Flow in valves and fittings
- Resistance coefficient Evaluate the impact of obstacles on fluid motion
- Flow coefficient Determine valve flow capacity (Cv, Kv)
- Cavitation Study vapor bubble formation and damage in pumps
- Chocked flow Analyze high-velocity flow limitations
- Flow discharge Learn methods for measuring fluid outflow
- Gas regulator capacity Size gas regulators based on demand
- Natural gas control valve Understand gas valve selection and performance
- Compressible gas flow Study high-speed gas dynamics
- Compressible flow Learn how gases behave at different pressures
- Isothermal flow Examine flow conditions at constant temperature
- Fuel combustion Explore combustion principles for liquid and gas fuels
- Maximum flow Find limits on fluid movement in constrained systems
- Steam evaporation Study the phase change of water into steam