Flow measurement in venturi meter

Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion centers around calculating the theoretical flow rate in a venturi meter, specifically addressing confusion regarding the diameters of the pipes involved. The diameter at point 1 is confirmed to be 0.03 m, while the throat diameter at point 2 is 0.012 m. Participants clarify the use of the area ratio A1/A2 in the flow rate formula and the importance of understanding pressure differences (P1-P2) using hydrostatic principles, particularly in relation to a U-tube manometer. The final flow rate is noted as 0.064 L/s, which is the actual flow rate after accounting for the coefficient of discharge.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Bernoulli's theorem
  • Knowledge of hydrostatics and pressure calculations
  • Familiarity with venturi meter principles
  • Ability to calculate flow rates using the area ratio formula
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the derivation of the venturi flow rate formula
  • Learn about the coefficient of discharge (Cd) and its application
  • Explore hydrostatic pressure calculations in fluids
  • Investigate the differences between theoretical and actual flow rates in fluid dynamics
USEFUL FOR

Students in fluid mechanics, engineers designing fluid systems, and anyone involved in flow measurement and analysis using venturi meters.

  • #31
freshbox said:
Yea sorry missed out on that one..hehe.. I calculated as 0.27L/s. Did you get the answer?

I haven't calculated it but isn't that correct?
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #32
No answer is 0.064L/s :cry:

I still don't understand :cry:
 
  • #33
freshbox said:
No answer is 0.064L/s :cry:

Hmm...are you sure it is L/s, not mL/s?
 
  • #34
The answer from post #1 0.064 L/s is written by my lecturer.
 
  • #35
The problem I am having right now is how do I go about finding P1-P2.

Can someone please explain to me, thanks!
 
  • #36
freshbox said:
The answer from post #1 0.064 L/s is written by my lecturer.

Sorry, the given answer is correct.

Show your steps, I can't point out the error in your working unless you show your calculations.
 
  • #37
P1-9810(0.045)=Px
P2-9810(0.027)=Py

P1-P2=176.58

I forget the Square at [A1/A2]

My final answer is 0.27L/s
 

Attachments

  • as.jpg
    as.jpg
    9.7 KB · Views: 418
  • #38
freshbox said:
P1-9810(0.045)=Px
P2-9810(0.027)=Py

P1-P2=176.58

I already said you to omit g. Also, don't forget to multiply with coefficient of discharge.

Check the term outside the radical, It should be ##\pi(0.015)^2##.
 
  • #39
I thought the question is asking to find the theoretical flow rate so why we have to multiply Cd?

And can you explain to me how you get P1-P2 again?

I used to add all the pressure together, but I see that you subtract them.Thanks.
 
  • #40
freshbox said:
I thought the question is asking to find the theoretical flow rate so why we have to multiply Cd?

The question states that we have to find the water flow rate and 0.064 L/s is the actual flow rate. That's why I asked you to multiply with Cd.
And can you explain to me how you get P1-P2 again?
Explaining things is not my strong point, I thought you had some problem in arithmetic but I did not know that you haven't yet learned about calculating pressure at a depth. I would suggest you to ask your lecturer or wait for someone else to join.
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
4K
Replies
2
Views
2K
Replies
9
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Replies
1
Views
915
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
4K
Replies
3
Views
7K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Replies
2
Views
2K