TISHK INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
PETROLEUM & MINING DEPARTMENT

Fluid Mechanic 2

Rylond (laminar and turbulent)

Supervised By: Mr. Ibrahim Fatih

Prepared By:
Ahmed Shukir
Abdulqadir Sabah
Introduction:
Rylond is a concept used in fluid dynamics to characterize the behavior
of flow, whether it's laminar or turbulent. Understanding Rylond helps
engineers and scientists predict how fluids will behave under different
conditions, which is crucial in various fields like aerospace, automotive
engineering, and fluid transport systems.
In laminar flow, fluid moves smoothly and in parallel layers, with
minimal mixing between adjacent layers. This flow regime typically
occurs at low velocities or in highly viscous fluids. Laminar flow is
characterized by predictable patterns and low levels of turbulence,
making it easier to analyze mathematically.
On the other hand, turbulent flow is characterized by chaotic,
unpredictable movement of fluid particles. In turbulent flow, eddies and
vortices form, causing mixing and irregular fluctuations in velocity and
pressure throughout the fluid. Turbulent flow is common at high
velocities or in situations where there are obstacles or irregularities in
the flow path.
The transition between laminar and turbulent flow, known as the Rylond
transition, depends on various factors such as fluid velocity, viscosity,
and the geometry of the flow channel. Engineers often use dimensionless
numbers like the Reynolds number to predict this transition and
understand the behavior of fluid flow in different scenarios.
By studying Rylond and the transition between laminar and turbulent
flow, engineers can optimize designs to improve efficiency, reduce
energy consumption, and minimize the impact of fluid dynamics on
various systems.
Objective:

An objective related to studying laminar and turbulent flow

could be:

To investigate the transition from laminar to turbulent flow in a

controlled experimental setup, identifying key parameters
affecting the onset of turbulence and characterizing the
differences in flow behaviour between laminar and turbulent
regimes.
Equipment:

1- Flow channel
2- Pump
3- Dye injection
4- Measurement instrument
Procedure:
Setup Design: Design the experimental setup including a flow
chamber or channel where fluid will flow. This could be a pipe,
a tube, or a channel with transparent walls for visualization.
Equipment Selection: Choose appropriate equipment such as a
pump to generate the flow, a flow meter to measure flow rate,
and sensors to measure pressure and temperature.
Selection of Fluid: Select a fluid for the experiment. Water is
commonly used due to its availability and easy visualization, but
other fluids with specific characteristics may also be chosen
depending on the experimental requirements.
Measurement Instruments Calibration: Calibrate all
measurement instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of
the data collected during the experiment.
Flow Control: Set up control mechanisms to regulate flow rate
and ensure a consistent flow throughout the experiment. This
may involve adjusting the pump speed or using valves to control
the flow rate.
Visualization Techniques: Use visualization techniques such as
dye injection or particle seeding to visualize the flow patterns
within the flow chamber. This helps in identifying the transition
from laminar to turbulent flow.

Conclusion:
Reference:

https://www.vapourtec.com/flow-chemistry/
laminar-turbulent/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reynolds_number

https://www.education.com/science-fair/article/
thick-liquids-faster-slower-thin/
https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Schematic-
showing-the-laminar-and-turbulent-flow-The-
Reynolds-number-Re-describes-
the_fig1_325607320