Pipe Friction In Laminar Turbulent Flow

About Pipe Friction In Laminar Turbulent Flow

Description

Determining the critical Reynolds numbers, measurements of the pressure loss in laminar flow, measurement of the pressure loss in turbulent flow, determining the critical Reynolds number, determining the pipe friction factor and comparing the actual pipe friction factor with the theoretical friction factor

Experimentation/Learning Objectives

To determine the Reynolds number and hence the type of flow either laminar or turbulent.

Measurement of the pressure loss in laminar flow &turbulent flow.

Determining the pipe friction factor.

Determining the critical Reynolds number.

Comparing the actual pipe friction factor with the theoretically friction factor

Technical Details

Transparent tank with overflow ensures constant water inlet pressure in the pipe section for experiment with laminar flow.

Flow rate adjustment via valves

Twin tube manometer for measurement in turbulent flow

Dial-gauge manometer for measurement in turbulent flow

Pipe section length: greater than or equal to 400mm and inside diameter:3 mm

Tank: Volume range 1 L to2 L

A comprehensive manual describing how the experiments are performed and how to commission the equipment will be provided.

Educational software will be as an option

Installation and Training will be provided..

The whole set-up is well designed and arranged on a rigid structure painted with industrial PU Paint.

Utilities Required

Closed Water Circuit or Water Supply.