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Base Module For Experiments in Fluid Mechanics

The document describes a base module for fluid mechanics experiments that contains: - A pumping system to deliver water to experiments via outlets - An integral weir tank and volumetric measuring tank to measure flow rates - Safety instructions to ensure safe operation of mechanical equipment - A procedure to determine volumetric flow rate using the measuring tank

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Base Module For Experiments in Fluid Mechanics

The document describes a base module for fluid mechanics experiments that contains: - A pumping system to deliver water to experiments via outlets - An integral weir tank and volumetric measuring tank to measure flow rates - Safety instructions to ensure safe operation of mechanical equipment - A procedure to determine volumetric flow rate using the measuring tank

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Base Module for Experiment in Fluid Mechanics

1. Objective:

To introduce the students on basic laboratory setup


To initiate the students for the safety measures of a mechanical
equipment
To make the students learn the common practices of measuring
actual parameters

2. Materials and Equipment:

HM 150 Base Module for Experiment in Fluid Mechanics


Stopwatch
Vernier caliper

3. Unit Description:

Prepared by:
Prof. Michael S. Villame, Thermal Stream
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, Axum University, Ethiopia
Source: Laboratoy Manuals, Gunt Hamburg.
Figure 4.1. HM 150, main components
The Base Module for experiments in Fluid Mechanics HM 150 and
the various ancillary modules available form a comprehensive laboratory
facility which enables a detailed Mechanics of Fluids Laboratory. The
base modules unit provides the basic services for the pumping and
volumetric measurement of the water supply with which all the additional
accessories and experiments are used.

The working surface of the unit is in fiberglass, molded to provide a


recessed area of which to mount experiments. An integral weir tank is
provided along with a volumetric measuring tank. The measuring tank is
stepped to enable for accurate measuring of both high and low flow rates.
A level indicator allows convenient read out of the flow. The measuring
tank discharges into a fiberglass sump tank via a valve. Overflow pipe is
provided.

An electric motor drives a submersible motor driven pump which


delivers water to the outlet at the working surface for connection to the
individual experiments.

Materials used in the bench construction and its modules have been
carefully selected in order to minimize corrosion problems. The entire unit
is self-contained and mobile. For low volumetric measurement the 2L
measuring cup is used.

Prepared by:
Prof. Michael S. Villame, Thermal Stream
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, Axum University, Ethiopia
Source: Laboratoy Manuals, Gunt Hamburg.
4. Safety:

4.1 Structure of safety instructions:

The signal words DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION indicate the


probability and potential severity of injury.

An additional symbol indicates the nature of the hazard or a required


action.

Prepared by:
Prof. Michael S. Villame, Thermal Stream
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, Axum University, Ethiopia
Source: Laboratoy Manuals, Gunt Hamburg.
4.2 Safety instructions:

5. Determination of Volumetric Flow Rate:

1. Use stopwatch to establish time t required for raising the level in


the volumetric tank of the HM 150 from 20L to 30L.
2. Close the outlet valve
3. Read the actual volume at the remote sight gauge
4. The volume flow-rate is calculated as

=

5. Repeat the process in three trials and compute the average.

Prepared by:
Prof. Michael S. Villame, Thermal Stream
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, Axum University, Ethiopia
Source: Laboratoy Manuals, Gunt Hamburg.
6. Data Sheet:

Description Symbol Unit Trial Trial Trial


1 2 3

Time s sec
Initial volume Vi L
of water in
the tank
Final volume Vf L
of water in
the tank

7. Discussion Questions:

1. What is the volumetric flow rate of the water delivered in the


tank?
2. How do you determine the velocity of the water as it leaves the
hose? If so, how much?

Prepared by:
Prof. Michael S. Villame, Thermal Stream
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory, Axum University, Ethiopia
Source: Laboratoy Manuals, Gunt Hamburg.

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