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EXERCISE 5 - Viscosity

The document outlines problems related to viscosity in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, including calculations for forces and power dissipation in various fluid systems. It presents scenarios involving thin plates, hydraulic rams, and journal bearings, providing specific parameters and expected results for each case. The document aims to enhance understanding of fluid behavior and viscous forces in mechanical applications.

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EXERCISE 5 - Viscosity

The document outlines problems related to viscosity in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, including calculations for forces and power dissipation in various fluid systems. It presents scenarios involving thin plates, hydraulic rams, and journal bearings, providing specific parameters and expected results for each case. The document aims to enhance understanding of fluid behavior and viscous forces in mechanical applications.

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Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics 1 (MM1TF1)

Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing


Engineering
THERMODYNAMICS & FLUID MECHANICS I (MM1TF1)

Viscosity

5.1 A thin plate of dimensions 0.5 m by 0.7 m is supported horizontally by a


thin oil film of thickness 0.5 mm. If the oil has a viscosity of 0.29 kg/m s,
estimate the force required to pull that plate at a constant velocity of
0.27 m/s assuming a linear variation of velocity within the oil.
[54.81 N]

5.2 The space between two large flat parallel walls 25 mm apart is filled
with a fluid of viscosity 0.8 Pa s. Within this space a thin flat plate, 200
mm square, is pulled at 0.2 m/s at a distance of 10 mm from one wall in
a direction parallel to the side walls. Assuming linear variations of
velocity between the plate and the walls, determine the force required to
pull the plate. Sketch the velocity profiles of fully-developed laminar
flow and an ideal fluid in a circular cross-section pipe annotating any
important features.
[1.07 N]

5.3 A hydraulic ram of diameter 80mm and length 100 mm moves wholly
within a concentric cylinder 80.2 mm in diameter. The annular
clearance is filled with oil of relative density 0.7 and kinematic viscosity
410 mm2/s.
(i) What is the viscous force resisting the motion when the ram
moves at 105 mm/s?
(ii) Assuming the ram moves continuously backwards and
forwards at constant speed (ie neglecting acceleration and
deceleration at the end of each stroke) how much power is
dissipated?
[7.6 N, 0.8 W]

5.4 A simple journal bearing of internal diameter 40.16 mm and length


30 mm supports a shaft of diameter 40 mm turning at 600 rpm.
The gap between shaft and bearing is completely filled with oil of
viscosity 0.17 kg/ms.
(a) Approximately how much power is dissipated in the bearing?
(b) Give two reasons why this answer is only approximate.
[12.7 W]

University of Nottingham Dept of M3

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