Calculating Oil Flow Rate in Cast Iron Pipe

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The discussion focuses on calculating the flow rate of oil through a cast iron pipe with specific dimensions and a head difference. The key equation presented is hf = 32μLV / ρg(D^2), but there is confusion about obtaining dynamic viscosity (μ) without the density of the oil. Participants emphasize the relationship between kinematic viscosity and dynamic viscosity, suggesting that understanding this relationship is crucial for solving the problem. Guidance is sought on how to proceed with the calculations given the limited information. The conversation highlights the importance of defining variables and understanding fluid properties in fluid dynamics calculations.
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Homework Statement


calculate the flow rate at which oil (kinematic viscocity = (10^-6) (m^2) /s )
flow thru a cast iron pipe 100mm diameter and 115 m long under head difference of 5m

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


hf = 32μLV / ρg(D^2) how to get the value of μ( dynamic viscosity) ? we need density of oil to get the μ , am i right ? but , density of oil is not given , how to do this ? i plan to get the value of v ( velocity ) and then multiply v with area to get the flow rate
 
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You're only given a few values in the problem statement. Only one is related to the properties of the fluid involved. Did you investigate its definition and perhaps its relationship to the parameters you seek?
 
gneill said:
You're only given a few values in the problem statement. Only one is related to the properties of the fluid involved. Did you investigate its definition and perhaps its relationship to the parameters you seek?
yes , but i still gt stucked , can somehow guide me how to proceed with this question ?
 
foo9008 said:
yes , but i still gt stucked , can somehow guide me how to proceed with this question ?
I'm not an expert in this area. But let's see what we can do.

You presented a single equation in your problem statement: hf = 32μLV / ρg(D^2)

Can you define for me each of the variables in that equation?
What did you discover about the definition of kinematic viscosity?
 
foo9008 said:

Homework Statement


calculate the flow rate at which oil (kinematic viscocity = (10^-6) (m^2) /s )
flow thru a cast iron pipe 100mm diameter and 115 m long under head difference of 5m

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


hf = 32μLV / ρg(D^2) how to get the value of μ( dynamic viscosity) ? we need density of oil to get the μ , am i right ? but , density of oil is not given , how to do this ? i plan to get the value of v ( velocity ) and then multiply v with area to get the flow rate
What's the relationship between kinematic viscosity (##\nu##) and dynamic viscosity (##\mu##)?

It should be spelled out in your text. If it isn't, you can look it up:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viscosity
 
SteamKing said:
What's the relationship between kinematic viscosity (##\nu##) and dynamic viscosity (##\mu##)?

It should be spelled out in your text. If it isn't, you can look it up:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viscosity
I noted my mistake, thank you
 
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