Solving Water Flow in a Taper Pipe Problem

In summary, the question is asking for the speed of water at a point where the pipe tapers from a radius of 1.08 cm to 2.39 mm. The equations that could be used to solve this problem are the continuity equation and Bernoulli's Principle, along with the volume and area equations for a cylinder. The problem involves an incompressible fluid. The poster is having trouble solving the problem and is seeking help.
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Homework Statement



Water entering a house flows with a speed of 0.228 m/s through a pipe of 1.08 cm inside radius. What is the speed of the water at a point where the pipe tapers to a radius of 2.39 mm?

Homework Equations


Continuity equation: A1V1 = A2V2

Bernoulli's Principle: P1 + .5pv1^2 + pgh1 = P2 + .5pv2^2 + pgh2, where P = Pressure,
p = density.

Volume of a cylinder = pi (r)^2 (h)

Area of a cylinder = 2pi (r)^2 + 2pi (r)h

The Attempt at a Solution

The problem seems simple enough, but I'm having trouble. Please help!
 
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Hi PhysicsCCR! :wink:

Water is incompressible.

Show us what you've tried, and where you're stuck, and then we'll know how to help! :smile:
 

1. How do you calculate the flow rate in a taper pipe?

The flow rate in a taper pipe is calculated using the continuity equation, which states that the mass flow rate at one point is equal to the mass flow rate at any other point in the pipe. This equation takes into account the pipe diameter, fluid velocity, and fluid density.

2. What is the significance of taper in a pipe?

The taper in a pipe helps to control the flow rate and pressure of the fluid. A taper pipe decreases in diameter along its length, which allows for a gradual change in flow velocity and pressure. This is important for regulating the flow of fluids in a system.

3. How does the fluid velocity change in a taper pipe?

The fluid velocity increases as the pipe diameter decreases in a taper pipe. This is due to the conservation of mass, which states that the same amount of fluid must flow through the pipe regardless of the diameter. As the diameter decreases, the fluid must flow faster to maintain the same mass flow rate.

4. What factors influence the flow of water in a taper pipe?

The flow of water in a taper pipe is influenced by the pipe diameter, length, and taper angle, as well as the fluid properties such as density and viscosity. The flow can also be affected by external factors such as temperature and pressure changes.

5. How can the flow in a taper pipe be optimized?

The flow in a taper pipe can be optimized by carefully selecting the pipe diameter and taper angle to achieve the desired flow rate and pressure. Additionally, using a smooth and clean pipe surface and keeping the fluid properties constant can help to minimize any disruptions in the flow. Advanced techniques such as computational fluid dynamics can also be used to optimize the flow in a taper pipe.

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