Chapter 1 Introduction and Basic Concepts

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Fluid Mechanics: Fundamentals and Applications

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Yunus A. engel & John M. Cimbala
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION AND BASIC CONCEPTS

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Introduction, Classification, and System

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Solution

We are to define internal, external, and open-channel flows.

Analysis
External flow is the flow of an unbounded fluid over a surface such as a plate, a wire, or a pipe. The flow
in a pipe or duct is internal flow if the fluid is completely bounded by solid surfaces. The flow of liquids in a pipe is
called open-channel flow if the pipe is partially filled with the liquid and there is a free surface, such as the flow of
water in rivers and irrigation ditches.
Discussion
As we shall see in later chapters, different approximations are used in the analysis of fluid flows based on
their classification.

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Solution

We are to define incompressible and compressible flow, and discuss fluid compressibility.

Analysis
A fluid flow during which the density of the fluid remains nearly constant is called incompressible flow.
A flow in which density varies significantly is called compressible flow. A fluid whose density is practically independent
of pressure (such as a liquid) is commonly referred to as an incompressible fluid, although it is more proper to refer to
incompressible flow. The flow of compressible fluid (such as air) does not necessarily need to be treated as compressible
since the density of a compressible fluid may still remain nearly constant during flow especially flow at low speeds.
Discussion
It turns out that the Mach number is the critical parameter to determine whether the flow of a gas can be
approximated as an incompressible flow. If Ma is less than about 0.3, the incompressible approximation yields results that
are in error by less than a couple percent.

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Solution
We are to determine whether the flow of air over the wings of an aircraft and the flow of gases through a jet
engine is internal or external.
Analysis
The flow of air over the wings of an aircraft is external since this is an unbounded fluid flow over a
surface. The flow of gases through a jet engine is internal flow since the fluid is completely bounded by the solid surfaces
of the engine.
Discussion
If we consider the entire airplane, the flow is both internal (through the jet engines) and external (over the
body and wings).

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Solution

We are to define the Mach number of a flow and the meaning for a Mach number of 2.

Analysis
The Mach number of a flow is defined as the ratio of the speed of flow to the speed of sound in the
flowing fluid. A Mach number of 2 indicate a flow speed that is twice the speed of sound in that fluid.
Discussion

Mach number is an example of a dimensionless (or nondimensional) parameter.

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Solution
We are to determine if the flow of air with a Mach number of 0.12 should be approximated as
incompressible.
Analysis
Gas flows can often be approximated as incompressible if the density changes are under about 5 percent,
which is usually the case when Ma < 0.3. Therefore, air flow with a Mach number of 0.12 may be approximated as being
incompressible.
Discussion

Air is of course a compressible fluid, but at low Mach numbers, compressibility effects are insignificant.

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Solution

We are to define the no-slip condition and its cause.

Analysis
A fluid in direct contact with a solid surface sticks to the surface and there is no slip. This is known as
the no-slip condition, and it is due to the viscosity of the fluid.
Discussion

There is no such thing as an inviscid fluid, since all fluids have viscosity.

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Solution
We are to define forced flow and discuss the difference between forced and natural flow. We are also to
discuss whether wind-driven flows are forced or natural.
Analysis
In forced flow, the fluid is forced to flow over a surface or in a tube by external means such as a pump or a
fan. In natural flow, any fluid motion is caused by natural means such as the buoyancy effect that manifests itself as the rise
of the warmer fluid and the fall of the cooler fluid. The flow caused by winds is natural flow for the earth, but it is
forced flow for bodies subjected to the winds since for the body it makes no difference whether the air motion is caused
by a fan or by the winds.
Discussion

As seen here, the classification of forced vs. natural flow may depend on your frame of reference.

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Solution

We are to define a boundary layer, and discuss its cause.

Analysis
The region of flow (usually near a wall) in which the velocity gradients are significant and frictional
effects are important is called the boundary layer. When a fluid stream encounters a solid surface that is at rest, the fluid
velocity assumes a value of zero at that surface. The velocity then varies from zero at the surface to some larger value
sufficiently far from the surface. The development of a boundary layer is caused by the no-slip condition.
Discussion
As we shall see later, flow within a boundary layer is rotational (individual fluid particles rotate), while that
outside the boundary layer is typically irrotational (individual fluid particles move, but do not rotate).

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Solution

We are to discuss the differences between classical and statistical approaches.

Analysis
The classical approach is a macroscopic approach, based on experiments or analysis of the gross behavior
of a fluid, without knowledge of individual molecules, whereas the statistical approach is a microscopic approach based
on the average behavior of large groups of individual molecules.
Discussion

The classical approach is easier and much more common in fluid flow analysis.

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Solution

We are to define a steady-flow process.

Analysis
A process is said to be steady if it involves no changes with time anywhere within the system or at the
system boundaries.
Discussion

The opposite of steady flow is unsteady flow, which involves changes with time.

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Solution

We are to define stress, normal stress, shear stress, and pressure.

Analysis
Stress is defined as force per unit area, and is determined by dividing the force by the area upon which it
acts. The normal component of a force acting on a surface per unit area is called the normal stress, and the tangential
component of a force acting on a surface per unit area is called shear stress. In a fluid at rest, the normal stress is called
pressure.
Discussion
Fluids in motion may have both shear stresses and additional normal stresses besides pressure, but when a
fluid is at rest, the only normal stress is the pressure, and there are no shear stresses.

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Solution

We are to define system, surroundings, and boundary.

Analysis
A system is defined as a quantity of matter or a region in space chosen for study. The mass or region
outside the system is called the surroundings. The real or imaginary surface that separates the system from its
surroundings is called the boundary.
Discussion
Some authors like to define closed systems and open systems, while others use the notation system to
mean a closed system and control volume to mean an open system. This has been a source of confusion for students for
many years. [See the next question for further discussion about this.]

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Solution

We are to discuss when a system is considered closed or open.

Analysis
Systems may be considered to be closed or open, depending on whether a fixed mass or a volume in space
is chosen for study. A closed system (also known as a control mass or simply a system) consists of a fixed amount of
mass, and no mass can cross its boundary. An open system, or a control volume, is a selected region in space. Mass
may cross the boundary of a control volume or open system
Discussion
In thermodynamics, it is more common to use the terms open system and closed system, but in fluid
mechanics, it is more common to use the terms system and control volume to mean the same things, respectively.

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Solution

We are to discuss how to select system for the operation of a reciprocating air compressor.

Analysis
We would most likely take the system as the air contained in the piston-cylinder device. This system is a
closed or fixed mass system when it is compressing and no mass enters or leaves it. However, it is an open system
during intake or exhaust.
Discussion

In this example, the system boundary is the same for either case closed or open system.

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Solution
nozzle.

We are to discuss how to select system when analyzing the acceleration of gases as they flow through a

Analysis
When analyzing the acceleration of gases as they flow through a nozzle, a wise choice for the system is the
volume within the nozzle, bounded by the entire inner surface of the nozzle and the inlet and outlet cross-sections. This is
a control volume (or open system) since mass crosses the boundary.
Discussion

It would be much more difficult to follow a chunk of air as a closed system as it flows through the nozzle.

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Solution
We are to discuss what happens when a cylinder is heated or cooled in room air, and we are to run FlowLab
to calculate maximum air velocity as a function of cylinder temperature.
Assumptions 1 The flow is two-dimensional, and thus the end effects (front and back of the cylinder) are negligible.
2 The air volume is large so that there are no boundary effects, and the only flow set up is due to natural convection.
Analysis
(a) When the cylinder is heated, we expect the air around the cylinder to rise because the air density
decreases with temperature. This is an example of natural convection. This is also an external flow, since the walls are
far away (the flow is not confined by walls).
(b) When the cylinder is cooled, we expect the air around the cylinder to fall. Again this is an example of natural
convection (as opposed to forced convection, in which the air would be forced to flow over the cylinder).
(c) The FlowLab template was run with various values of Tc, with a fixed ambient air temperature of 300K. The results are
tabulated and plotted below.

The relationship between maximum velocity and cylinder temperature is not linear it looks more like a cubic
function perhaps.
Discussion
Newer versions of FlowLab may give slightly different results. As expected, a cool cylinder generates a
downward flow (Vmax is negative), while a hot cylinder generates an upward flow. Likewise as expected, the cooler (or
hotter) the cylinder, the larger the magnitude of the velocity, although the relationship does not appear to be linear. There
does, however, appear to be odd-function symmetry about Tc = 0.

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Solution
We are to classify the flow when air flows over a heated cylinder, and we are to run FlowLab to observe
the temperature contours as air velocity is varied.
Assumptions 1 The flow is two-dimensional, and thus the end effects (front and back of the cylinder) are negligible.
2 The wind tunnel walls are far away so that there are no boundary effects.
Analysis
(a) This is also an external flow, since the walls are far away (the flow is not confined by walls). When the
air is stationary (no forced flow), we expect the air around the cylinder to rise because the air density decreases with
temperature. This is an example of natural convection. As the air speed increases, we expect the thermal plume to bend
more and more downstream. [This is an example of mixed convection.] Eventually, if the air speed is high enough,
forced convection effects will dominate over natural convection effects. This is an example of forced convection.
(b) The FlowLab template was run with various values of air speed V, with ambient air temperature = 300 K and cylinder
wall temperature = 302.5 K. The temperature contour plots for three cases are shown below.

V = 0 m/s

V = 0.03 m/s

V = 0.05841 m/s

The CFD results agree with our intuition namely, the flow changes from free (natural) convection to forced convection as
air speed is increased. At the highest air speed, the thermal plume is nearly horizontal, indicating that convection eventually
dominates buoyancy, as expected.
Discussion
Newer versions of FlowLab may give slightly different results. The CFD program also reports Reynolds
number and Grashof number. These are nondimensional parameters, as discussed in Chapter 7, the chapter on dimensional
analysis.

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Solution

We are to compare 1-D, 2-D, and 3-D CFD simulations of steady, fully developed laminar pipe flow.

Assumptions 1 The flow is steady, incompressible, and fully developed. 2 The three CFD calculations are similar except
for the geometry 1-D, 2-D, or 3-D.
Analysis
(a) We classify this flow as internal since it is confined within the pipe, and one-dimensional because
velocity V is a function of radius r only. The flow is fully developed, which means that the velocity profile (across the pipe)
remains the same regardless of downstream distance.
(b) CFD results: See the table below (all values are listed to three significant digits except CPU time, which is given to the
nearest second). Note that the required CPU time will vary greatly depending on the type of computer used.
Parameter
Number of cells
dP/dx (Pa/m)
Vmax (m/s)
Vavg (m/s)
CPU time (s)

1-D case
20
-48.3
0.301
0.151
1 to 2

2-D case
800
-48.4
0.300
0.151
6 to 8

3-D case
12000
-48.8
0.298
0.151
44 to 88

Comparison: The flow parameter results (pressure gradient, maximum velocity, and average velocity) are nearly identical.
However, the number of cells grows by more than an order of magnitude from 1-D to 2-D and from 2-D to 3-D. Likewise,
the required CPU time increases significantly. For this flow, which is 1-D, there is no advantage to running a 2-D or 3D simulation.
Discussion
Newer versions of FlowLab may give slightly different results. Other computers will give different CPU
times, but the trend should be similar. The 1-D and 2-D cases take advantage of symmetry only one slice of the pipe flow
is modeled. To conserve computer resources, it is always wise to simplify the problem as much as possible. Here, running a
3-D simulation does not provide any more information or yield any better solution all it does is take more computer time
and memory actually a disadvantage.

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Solution

We are to compare 2-D and 3-D CFD simulations of the entrance region of laminar pipe flow.

Assumptions 1 The flow is steady and incompressible; it is not fully developed. 2 The two CFD calculations are similar
except for the geometry 2-D (axisymmetric) or 3-D.
Analysis
(a) We classify this flow as internal since it is confined within the pipe, and two-dimensional because
velocity V is a function of radius r and downstream distance x only. The flow is not fully developed, which means that the
velocity profile (across the pipe) changes with downstream distance.
(b) CFD results: See the table below (all values are listed to three significant digits except CPU time, which is given to the
nearest second). Note that the required CPU time will vary greatly depending on the type of computer used.
Parameter
Number of cells
Pressure drop P/L (Pa/m)
CPU time (s)

2-D case
3200
6.39
8 to 12

3-D case
46000
6.48
80 to 130

Comparison: The pressure drop is not identical, but very close the error is only about 1.4%. However, the number of cells
grows by more than an order of magnitude from 2-D to 3-D. Likewise, the required CPU time increases significantly
about an order of magnitude. For this flow, which is 2-D, there is no advantage to running a 3-D simulation.
Discussion
Newer versions of FlowLab may give slightly different results. The 2-D case takes advantage of symmetry
only one axisymmetric slice of the pipe flow is modeled. To conserve computer resources, it is always wise to simplify
the problem as much as possible. Here, running a 3-D simulation does not provide any more information or yield any better
solution all it does is take more computer time and memory actually a disadvantage.

Mass, Force, and Units

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Solution
Analysis
system.

We are to discuss the difference between pound-mass (lbm) and pound-force (lbf).
The pound mentioned here must be lbf since thrust is a force, and the lbf is the force unit in the English

Discussion
You should get into the habit of never writing the unit lb, but always use either lbm or lbf as
appropriate since the two units have different dimensions.

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Solution

We are to discuss the difference between pound-mass and pound-force.

Analysis
Pound-mass lbm is the mass unit in English system whereas pound-force lbf is the force unit in the
English system. One pound-force is the force required to accelerate a mass of 32.174 lbm by 1 ft/s2. In other words, the
weight of a 1-lbm mass at sea level on earth is 1 lbf.
Discussion

It is not proper to say that one lbm is equal to one lbf since the two units have different dimensions.

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Solution

We are to discuss the difference between kg-mass and kg-force.

Analysis
The unit kilogram (kg) is the mass unit in the SI system, and it is sometimes called kg-mass, whereas kgforce (kgf) is a force unit. One kg-force is the force required to accelerate a 1-kg mass by 9.807 m/s2. In other words, the
weight of 1-kg mass at sea level on earth is 1 kg-force.
Discussion
dimensions.

It is not proper to say that one kg-mass is equal to one kg-force since the two units have different

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Solution

We are to calculate the net force on a car cruising at constant velocity.

Analysis

There is no acceleration (car moving at constant velocity), thus the net force is zero in both cases.

Discussion
By Newtons second law, the force on an object is directly proportional to its acceleration. If there is zero
acceleration, there must be zero net force.

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Solution

A plastic tank is filled with water. The weight of the combined system is to be determined.

Assumptions

The density of water is constant throughout.

Properties

The density of water is given to be = 1000 kg/m3.

Analysis

The mass of the water in the tank and the total mass are

Thus,

mtank=4 kg

V = 0.2

mw =V =(1000 kg/m3)(0.2 m3) = 200 kg

mtotal = mw + mtank = 200 + 4 = 204 kg

1N
= 2001 N 2000 N
W = mg = (204 kg)(9.81 m/s 2 )
1 kg m/s 2

where we give the final answer to three significant digits.

Discussion

Note the unity conversion factor in the above equation.

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Solution
determined.

The interior dimensions of a room are given. The mass and weight of the air in the room are to be

Assumptions

The density of air is constant throughout the room.

Properties

The density of air is given to be = 1.16 kg/m3.

Analysis

The mass of the air in the room is

ROOM
AIR
3

m = V = (1.16 kg/m 3 )(6 6 8 m3 ) = 334.1 kg 334 kg

6X6X8 m

Thus,

1N

W = mg = (334.1 kg)(9.81 m/s 2 )

= 3277 N 3280 N
2
1 kg m/s
Note that we round our final answers to three significant digits, but use extra digit(s) in intermediate
Discussion
calculations. Considering that the mass of an average man is about 70 to 90 kg, the mass of air in the room is probably
larger than you might have expected.

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Solution
The variation of gravitational acceleration above sea level is given as a function of altitude. The height at
which the weight of a body decreases by 1% is to be determined.
z
The weight of a body at the elevation z can be expressed as
Analysis

W = mg = m(a bz )

where a = gs = 9.807 m/s2 is the value of gravitational acceleration at sea level and b = 3.3210-6 s-2. In our case,

W = m( a bz ) = 0.99Ws = 0.99mg s
We cancel out mass from both sides of the equation and solve for z, yielding

z=

a 0.99 g s
b

Sea level

Substituting,

z=

9.807 m/s 2 0.99 ( 9.807 m/s 2 )

3.32 106 1/s 2

= 29 ,539 m 29,500 m

where we have rounded off the final answer to three significant digits.

Discussion
This is more than three times higher than the altitude at which a typical commercial jet flies, which is about
30,000 ft (9140 m). So, flying in a jet is not a good way to lose weight diet and exercise are always the best bet.

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Solution
determined.

The acceleration of an aircraft is given in gs. The net upward force acting on a man in the aircraft is to be

Analysis

From Newton's second law, the applied force is

1 N

F = ma = m( 6 g ) = (90 kg)(6 9.81 m/s 2 )

= 5297 N 5300 N
2
1 kg m/s
where we have rounded off the final answer to three significant digits.

Discussion
The man feels like he is six times heavier than normal. You get a similar feeling when riding an elevator to
the top of a tall building, although to a much lesser extent.

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Solution
A rock is thrown upward with a specified force. The acceleration of the rock is to be determined.
Analysis

The weight of the rock is

1 N

= 48.95 N 49.0 N
W = mg = (5 kg)(9.79 m/s 2 )
2
1 kg m/s
Then the net force that acts on the rock is
Fnet = Fup Fdown = 150 48.95 = 101.05 N

From Newton's second law, the acceleration of the rock becomes

a=

Discussion

F 101.05 N 1 kg m/s 2
=
5 kg
1N
m

Rock

= 20.2 m/s 2

This acceleration is more than twice the acceleration at which it would fall (due to gravity) if dropped.

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Solution
The previous problem is recalculated using EES. The entire EES solution is to be printed out, including the
numerical results with proper units.

Analysis

The EES Equations window is printed below, followed by the Solution window.

W=m*g "[N]"
m=5 [kg]
g=9.79 [m/s^2]
"The force balance on the rock yields the net force acting on the rock as"
F_net = F_up - F_down "[N]"
F_up = 150 [N]
F_down = W "[N]"
"The acceleration of the rock is determined from Newton's second law."
F_net = a*m
"To Run the program, press F2 or click on the calculator icon from the Calculate menu"

SOLUTION
Variables in Main
a=20.21 [m/s^2]
F_down=48.95 [N]
F_net=101.1 [N]
F_up=150 [N]
g=9.79 [m/s^2]
m=5 [kg]
W=48.95 [N]
The final results are W = 49.0 N and a = 20.2 m/s2, to three significant digits, which agree with the results of the previous
problem.

Discussion

Items in quotation marks in the EES Equation window are comments. Units are in square brackets.

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Solution
Gravitational acceleration g and thus the weight of bodies decreases with increasing elevation. The percent
reduction in the weight of an airplane cruising at 13,000 m is to be determined.
Properties

The gravitational acceleration g is 9.807 m/s2 at sea level and 9.767 m/s2 at an altitude of 13,000 m.

Analysis
Weight is proportional to the gravitational acceleration g, and thus the percent reduction in weight is
equivalent to the percent reduction in the gravitational acceleration, which is determined from
g
9.807 9.767
100 =
100 = 0.41%
g
9.807
Therefore, the airplane and the people in it will weigh 0.41% less at 13,000 m altitude.
% Reduction in weight = % Reduction in g =

Discussion
Note that the weight loss at cruising altitudes is negligible. Sorry, but flying in an airplane is not a good
way to lose weight. The best way to lose weight is to carefully control your diet, and to exercise.

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Solution
During an analysis, a relation with inconsistent units is obtained. A correction is to be found, and the
probable cause of the error is to be determined.
Analysis

The two terms on the right-hand side of the equation

E = 25 kJ + 7 kJ/kg

do not have the same units, and therefore they cannot be added to obtain the total energy. Multiplying the last term by
mass will eliminate the kilograms in the denominator, and the whole equation will become dimensionally
homogeneous; that is, every term in the equation will have the same unit.

Discussion Obviously this error was caused by forgetting to multiply the last term by mass at an earlier stage.

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Solution
A resistance heater is used to heat water to desired temperature. The amount of electric energy used in kWh
and kJ are to be determined.
Analysis
The resistance heater consumes electric energy at a rate of 4 kW or 4 kJ/s. Then the total amount of electric
energy used in 2 hours becomes
Total energy = (Energy per unit time)(Time interval)
= (4 kW)(2 h)
= 8 kWh
Noting that 1 kWh = (1 kJ/s)(3600 s) = 3600 kJ,
Total energy = (8 kWh)(3600 kJ/kWh)
= 28,800 kJ

Discussion Note kW is a unit for power whereas kWh is a unit for energy.

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Solution
A gas tank is being filled with gasoline at a specified flow rate. Based on unit considerations alone, a
relation is to be obtained for the filling time.
Assumptions

Gasoline is an incompressible substance and the flow rate is constant.

Analysis The filling time depends on the volume of the tank and the discharge rate of gasoline. Also, we know that the
unit of time is seconds. Therefore, the independent quantities should be arranged such that we end up with the unit of
seconds. Putting the given information into perspective, we have
t [s]

V [L],

and V& [L/s}

It is obvious that the only way to end up with the unit s for time is to divide the tank volume by the discharge rate.
Therefore, the desired relation is

t=

V
V&

Discussion Note that this approach may not work for cases that involve dimensionless (and thus unitless) quantities.

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Solution
A pool is to be filled with water using a hose. Based on unit considerations, a relation is to be obtained for
the volume of the pool.
Assumptions

Water is an incompressible substance and the average flow velocity is constant.

Analysis
The pool volume depends on the filling time, the cross-sectional area which depends on hose diameter, and
flow velocity. Also, we know that the unit of volume is m3. Therefore, the independent quantities should be arranged such
that we end up with the unit of seconds. Putting the given information into perspective, we have

V [m3]

is a function of t [s], D [m], and V [m/s}

It is obvious that the only way to end up with the unit m3 for volume is to multiply the quantities t and V with the square
of D. Therefore, the desired relation is

V = CD2Vt
where the constant of proportionality is obtained for a round hose, namely, C =/4 so that V = (D2/4)Vt.

Discussion Note that the values of dimensionless constants of proportionality cannot be determined with this approach.

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Solution
It is to be shown that the power needed to accelerate a car is proportional to the mass and the square of the
velocity of the car, and inversely proportional to the time interval.
Assumptions

The car is initially at rest.

Analysis

The power needed for acceleration depends on the mass, velocity change, and time interval. Also, the unit

of power W& is watt, W, which is equivalent to

W = J/s = Nm/s = (kgm/s2)m/s = kgm2/s3
Therefore, the independent quantities should be arranged such that we end up with the unit kgm2/s3 for power. Putting the
given information into perspective, we have

W& [ kgm2/s3] is a function of m [kg], V [m/s], and t [s]

It is obvious that the only way to end up with the unit kgm2/s3 for power is to multiply mass with the square of the
velocity and divide by time. Therefore, the desired relation is

W& is proportional to mV 2 / t
or,

W& = CmV 2 / t
where C is the dimensionless constant of proportionality (whose value is in this case).

Discussion Note that this approach cannot determine the numerical value of the dimensionless numbers involved.

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We are to estimate the work and power required to lift a crate.

Assumptions

The vertical speed of the crate is constant.

Properties

The gravitational constant is taken as g = 9.807 m/s2.

Analysis
(a) Work W is a form of energy, and is equal to force times distance. Here, the force is the weight of the crate, which is F =
mg, and the vertical distance is z, where z is the elevation.
W = F z = mg z
1N
= ( 90.5 kg ) 9.807 m/s 2 (1.80 m )
2
1 kg m/s

1 kJ

= 1.5976 kJ 1.60 kJ
1000
N
m

where we give our final answer to 3 significant digits, but retain 5 digits to avoid round-off error in part (b).
(b) Power is work (energy) per unit time. Assuming a constant speed,

W 1.5976 kJ 1000 W
W& =
=
= 129.88 W 130 W
t
12.3 s 1 kJ/s
Again we give our final answer to 3 significant digits.

Discussion
The actual required power will be greater than calculated here, due to frictional losses and other
inefficiencies in the forklift system. Three unity conversion ratios are used in the above calculations.

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Solution

We are to estimate the work required to lift a fireman, and estimate how long it takes.

Assumptions

The vertical speed of the fireman is constant.

Analysis
(a) Work W is a form of energy, and is equal to force times distance. Here, the force is the weight of the fireman (and
equipment), and the vertical distance is z, where z is the elevation.
1J
= 22,500 J = 22.5 kJ
W = Fz = (1250 N)(18 m)
1 Nm
(b) Power is work (energy) per unit time. Assuming a constant speed,

t =

W 22.5 kJ
=
= 8.65 s
W& 2.6 kJ/s

Discussion
The actual required power will be greater than calculated here, due to frictional losses and other
inefficiencies in the booms lifting system. One unity conversion ratio is used in each of the above calculations.

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Solution
hour.

We are to estimate the rate of heat transfer into a room and the cost of running an air conditioner for one

Assumptions 1 The rate of heat transfer is constant. 2 The indoor and outdoor temperatures do not change significantly
during the hour of operation.
Analysis
(a) In one hour, the air conditioner supplies 5,000 Btu of cooling, but runs only 60% of the time. Since the indoor and
outdoor temperatures remain constant during the hour of operation, the average rate of heat transfer into the room is the
same as the average rate of cooling supplied by the air conditioner. Thus,
0.60 ( 5000 Btu )
1 kW

Q& =
= 3, 000 Btu/h
= 0.879 kW
1h
3412.14
Btu/h

(b) Energy efficiency ratio is defined as the amount of heat removed from the cooled space in Btu for 1 Wh (watt-hour) of
electricity consumed. Thus, for every Wh of electricity, this particular air conditioner removes 9.0 Btu from the room. To
remove 3,000 Btu in one hour, the air conditioner therefore consumes 3,000/9.0 = 333.33 Wh = 0.33333 kWh of
electricity. At a cost of 7.5 cents per kWh, it costs only 2.50 cents to run the air conditioner for one hour.

Discussion
Notice the unity conversion ratio in the above calculation. We also needed to use some common sense and
dimensional reasoning to come up with the appropriate calculations. While this may seem very cheap, if this air conditioner
is run at these conditions continuously for one month, the electricity will cost ($0.025/h) (24 h/day) (30 day/mo) = $18/mo.

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We are to calculate the volume flow rate and mass flow rate of water.

Assumptions

The volume flow rate, temperature, and density of water are constant over the measured time.

Properties

The density of water at 20oC is = 998.0 kg/m3.

Analysis

The volume flow rate is equal to the volume per unit time, i.e.,

V
2.0 L 60 s
=
= 42.105 L/min 42.1 Lpm
V& =
t 2.85 s 1 min
where we give our final answer to 3 significant digits, but retain 5 digits to avoid round-off error in the second part of the
problem. Since density is mass per unit volume, mass flow rate is equal to volume flow rate times density. Thus,
3
1 min 1 m
m& = V& = 998.0 kg/m 3 ( 42.105 L/min )

= 0.700 kg/s

60 s 1000 L

Discussion
We used one unity conversion ratio in the first calculation, and two in the second. If we were interested
only in the mass flow rate, we could have eliminated the intermediate calculation by solving for mass flow rate directly,
i.e.,
2.0 L 1 m3
V
m& =
= 998.0 kg/m3

= 0.700 kg/s
2.85 s 1000 L
t

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We are to calculate the useful power delivered by an airplane propeller.

Assumptions

1 The airplane flies at constant altitude and constant speed. 2 Wind is not a factor in the calculations.

Analysis
At steady horizontal flight, the airplanes drag is balanced by the propellers thrust. Energy is force times
distance, and power is energy per unit time. Thus, by dimensional reasoning, the power supplied by the propeller must
equal thrust times velocity,

1 kW

1.341 hp
W& = FthrustV = (1500 N )( 55.0 m/s )
= 82.5 kW

= 111 hp
1000 N m/s
1 kW
where we give our final answers to 3 significant digits.
Discussion
We used two unity conversion ratios in the above calculation. The actual shaft power supplied by the
airplanes engine will of course be larger than that calculated above due to inefficiencies in the propeller.

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Solution

We are to calculate lift produced by an airplanes wings.

Assumptions

1 The airplane flies at constant altitude and constant speed. 2 Wind is not a factor in the calculations.

Analysis
At steady horizontal flight, the airplanes weight is balanced by the lift produced by the wings. Thus, the
net lift force must equal the weight, or FL = 1450 lbf. We use unity conversion ratios to convert to newtons:

1N

FL = (1450 lbf )
0.22481 lbf

= 6, 450 N

where we give our final answers to 3 significant digits.

Discussion
The answer is valid at any speed, since lift must balance weight in order to sustain straight, horizontal
flight. As the fuel is consumed, the overall weight of the aircraft will decrease, and hence the lift requirement will also
decrease. If the pilot does not adjust, the airplane will climb slowly in altitude.

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Modeling and Solving Engineering Problems

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Solution

We are to discuss the difference between accuracy and precision.

Analysis
Accuracy refers to the closeness of the measured or calculated value to the true value whereas precision
represents the number of significant digits or the closeness of different measurements of the same quantity to each
other. A measurement or calculation can be very precise without being very accurate, and vice-versa. When
measuring the boiling temperature of pure water at standard atmospheric conditions (100.00oC), for example, a temperature
measurement of 97.861C is very precise, but not as accurate as the less precise measurement of 99.0C.
Discussion

Accuracy and precision are often confused; both are important for quality engineering measurements.

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Solution

We are to discuss the difference between analytical and experimental approaches.

Analysis
The experimental approach (testing and taking measurements) has the advantage of dealing with the
actual physical system, and getting a physical value within the limits of experimental error. However, this approach is
expensive, time consuming, and often impractical. The analytical approach (analysis or calculations) has the advantage
that it is fast and inexpensive, but the results obtained are subject to the accuracy of the assumptions and idealizations made
in the analysis.
Discussion
Most engineering designs require both analytical and experimental components, and both are important.
Nowadays, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is often used in place of pencil-and-paper analysis and/or experiments.

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Solution

We are to discuss the importance of modeling in engineering.

Analysis
Modeling makes it possible to predict the course of an event before it actually occurs, or to study
various aspects of an event mathematically without actually running expensive and time-consuming experiments.
When preparing a mathematical model, all the variables that affect the phenomena are identified, reasonable assumptions
and approximations are made, and the interdependence of these variables is studied. The relevant physical laws and
principles are invoked, and the problem is formulated mathematically. Finally, the problem is solved using an appropriate
approach, and the results are interpreted.

In most cases of actual engineering design, the results are verified by experiment usually by building a
Discussion
prototype. CFD is also being used more and more in the design process.

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Solution

We are to discuss choosing a model.

Analysis
The right choice between a crude and complex model is usually the simplest model that yields adequate
results. Preparing very accurate but complex models is not necessarily a better choice since such models are not much use
to an analyst if they are very difficult and time consuming to solve. At a minimum, the model should reflect the essential
features of the physical problem it represents. After obtaining preliminary results with the simpler model and optimizing
the design, the complex, expensive model may be used for the final prediction.
Discussion

Cost is always an issue in engineering design, and adequate is often determined by cost.

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Solution

We are to discuss how differential equations arise in the study of a physical problem.

Analysis
The description of most scientific problems involves equations that relate the changes in some key
variables to each other, and the smaller the increment chosen in the changing variables, the more accurate the description.
In the limiting case of infinitesimal changes in variables, we obtain differential equations, which provide precise
mathematical formulations for the physical principles and laws by representing the rates of changes as derivatives.
Discussion
As we shall see in later chapters, the differential equations of fluid mechanics are known, but very difficult
to solve except for very simple geometries. Computers are extremely helpful in this area.

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Solution

We are to discuss the value of engineering software packages.

Analysis
Software packages are of great value in engineering practice, and engineers today rely on software
packages to solve large and complex problems quickly, and to perform optimization studies efficiently. Despite the
convenience and capability that engineering software packages offer, they are still just tools, and they cannot replace
traditional engineering courses. They simply cause a shift in emphasis in the course material from mathematics to physics.
Discussion
While software packages save us time by reducing the amount of number-crunching, we must be careful to
understand how they work and what they are doing, or else incorrect results can occur.

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Solution

We are to determine a positive real root of the following equation using EES: 3.5x3 10x0.5 3x = 4.

Analysis

Using EES software, copy the following lines and paste on a blank EES screen to verify the solution:

3.5*x^3-10*x^0.5-3*x = -4
Answer:

x = 1.554

Discussion

To obtain the solution in EES, click on the icon that looks like a calculator, or Calculate-Solve.

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Solution

We are to solve a system of 2 equations and 2 unknowns using EES.

Analysis

Using EES software, copy the following lines and paste on a blank EES screen to verify the solution:

x^3-y^2=10.5
3*x*y+y=4.6
Answers:

x = 2.215, y = 0.6018

Discussion

To obtain the solution in EES, click on the icon that looks like a calculator, or Calculate-Solve.

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Solution

We are to solve a system of 3 equations with 3 unknowns using EES.

Analysis

Using EES software, copy the following lines and paste on a blank EES screen to verify the solution:

2*x -y + z = 5
3*x^2 + 2*y = z+2
x*y + 2*z = 8
Answers: x = 1.141, y = 0.8159, z = 3.535.
Discussion

To obtain the solution in EES, click on the icon that looks like a calculator, or Calculate-Solve.

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Solution

We are to solve a system of 3 equations with 3 unknowns using EES.

Analysis

Using EES software, copy the following lines and paste on a blank EES screen to verify the solution:

x^2*y-z=1.5
x-3*y^0.5+x*z=-2
x+y-z=4.2
Answers: x = 0.9149, y = 10.95, z = 7.665
Discussion

To obtain the solution in EES, click on the icon that looks like a calculator, or Calculate-Solve.

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Review Problems

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Solution
The flow of air through a wind turbine is considered. Based on unit considerations, a proportionality
relation is to be obtained for the mass flow rate of air through the blades.
Assumptions

Wind approaches the turbine blades with a uniform velocity.

Analysis
The mass flow rate depends on the air density, average wind velocity, and the cross-sectional area which
& is kg/s. Therefore, the independent quantities should be
depends on hose diameter. Also, the unit of mass flow rate m
arranged such that we end up with the proper unit. Putting the given information into perspective, we have

m& [kg/s] is a function of [kg/m3], D [m], and V [m/s}

It is obvious that the only way to end up with the unit kg/s for mass flow rate is to multiply the quantities and V with
the square of D. Therefore, the desired proportionality relation is

m& is proportional to D 2V
or,

m& = CD 2V
& =
Where the constant of proportionality is C =/4 so that m
Discussion

(D 2 / 4)V

Note that the dimensionless constants of proportionality cannot be determined with this approach.

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Solution
The gravitational acceleration changes with altitude. Accounting for this variation, the weights of a body at
different locations are to be determined.
Analysis
the relation

The weight of an 80-kg man at various locations is obtained by substituting the altitude z (values in m) into

1N
W = mg = (80 kg)(9.807 3.32 106 z )
2
1 kg m/s
Sea level:
Denver:
Mt. Ev.:

( where z is in units of m/s )

2

(z = 0 m): W = 80(9.807-3.32x10-60) = 809.807 = 784.6 N

(z = 1610 m): W = 80(9.807-3.32x10-61610) = 809.802 = 784.2 N
(z = 8848 m): W = 80(9.807-3.32x10-68848) = 809.778 = 782.2 N

Discussion
We report 4 significant digits since the values are so close to each other. The percentage difference in
weight from sea level to Mt. Everest is only about -0.3%, which is negligible for most engineering calculations.

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Solution
A man is considering buying a 12-oz steak for $3.15, or a 320-g steak for $2.80. The steak that is a better
buy is to be determined.
Assumptions

The steaks are of identical quality.

To make a comparison possible, we need to express the cost of each steak on a common basis. We choose 1
Analysis
kg as the basis for comparison. Using proper conversion factors, the unit cost of each steak is determined to be
$3.15 16 oz 1 lbm
= $9.26/kg
Unit Cost =

12 oz 1 lbm 0.45359 kg

12 ounce steak:
320 gram steak:

$2.80 1000 g

= $8.75/kg
Unit Cost =
320 g 1 kg
Therefore, the steak at the international market is a better buy.
Discussion

Notice the unity conversion factors in the above equations.

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Solution
The thrust developed by the jet engine of a Boeing 777 is given to be 85,000 lbf. This thrust is to be
expressed in N and kgf.
Noting that 1 lbf = 4.448 N and 1 kgf = 9.81 N,
Analysis
the thrust developed is expressed in two other units as
Thrust in N:
4.448 N
5
Thrust = (85,000 lbf )
= 3.78 10 N
1 lbf
Thrust in kgf:
1 kgf
4
Thrust = (37.8 10 5 N )
= 3.85 10 kgf
9.81 N

Discussion
Because the gravitational acceleration on earth is close to 10 m/s2, it turns out that the two force units N and
kgf differ by nearly a factor of 10. This can lead to confusion, and we recommend that you do not use the unit kgf.

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Solution
A relation for the air drag exerted on a car is to be obtained in terms of on the drag coefficient, the air
density, the car velocity, and the frontal area of the car.

Analysis
The drag force depends on a dimensionless drag coefficient, the air density, the car velocity, and the
frontal area. Also, the unit of force F is newton N, which is equivalent to kgm/s2. Therefore, the independent quantities
should be arranged such that we end up with the unit kgm/s2 for the drag force. Putting the given information into
perspective, we have

FD [ kgm/s2] CDrag [], Afront [m2], [kg/m3], and V [m/s]

It is obvious that the only way to end up with the unit kgm/s2 for drag force is to multiply mass with the square of the
velocity and the fontal area, with the drag coefficient serving as the constant of proportionality. Therefore, the desired
relation is

FD = C Drag AfrontV 2
Discussion Note that this approach is not sensitive to dimensionless quantities, and thus a strong reasoning is required.

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Design and Essay Problems

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Solution

Students essays and designs should be unique and will differ from each other.

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