Lesson 4 - Principles of Fluid Mechanics 2
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This lesson will extend our knowledge of fluid mechanics by considering two important laws: the conservation of both mass and energy. We will also examine the various flow regimes which are present within a pipe or duct carrying moving fluids.
Lesson Information
Pre-requisite Knowledge:
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Principles of Fluid Mechanics 1 (Fluid Mechanics/Lesson 2)
Learning Outcomes:
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Understand and be able to apply the concept of mass and energy conservation to pipe and duct flows.
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Apply the concept of the Reynolds number to defining laminar, transitional or turbulent pipe flows in circular and non-circular geometries.
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Describe common brewery fluids which are transported under laminar or turbulent flow conditions.