F SERIES: BASIC FLUID MECHANICS

Complete Fluid Mechanics Laboratory – F1

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Bernoulli’s Theorem Demonstration - F1-15

This accessory illustrates the circumstances to

which Bernoulli’s Theorem may be applied.
It also explains why in other circumstances the
theorem gives an inadequate description of the
fluid behaviour.

F1-15: Manometer bank

Experimental content
u To investigate the validity of the Bernoulli equation when applied to
the steady flow of water in a converging or a diverging duct
u Conservation of energy divergent/convergent pipe flow
u Effect of friction loss on Bernoulli equation
u Recording the pressure curve in a Venturi nozzle
u Recording the velocity curve in a Venturi nozzle
u Determining the flow coefficient F1-15: Venturi tube

Description Technical specifications (Requires Hydraulics Bench Service unit F1-10/F1-10-2)

The test section consists of a classical Venturi machined in clear acrylic. Manometer range 0-300mm
A series of wall tappings enable measurement of the static pressure Number of manometer tubes 8
distribution along the converging and diverging duct. A total head Throat diameter 10.0mm
tube is provided to traverse along the centre line of the test section. Upstream diameter 25.0mm
These tappings are connected to a manometer bank incorporating a Upstream taper 14°
manifold with an air bleed valve.
Downstream taper 21°
Pressurisation of the manometers is facilitated by a hand pump. The
test section is arranged so that the characteristics of flow through both Overall dimensions
a converging and diverging section can be studied. Length 0.55m
Water is fed through a hose connector and is controlled by a flow Width 0.25m
regulator valve at the outlet of the test section. Height 0.60m
The Venturi can be demonstrated as a means of flow measurement and
the discharge coefficient can be determined. Ordering codes
u F1-15

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