Fluid mechanics and English help

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around understanding specific phrases and terminology used in a series of videos about Ansys Fluent, particularly in the context of fluid mechanics and pressure loss calculations in pipes. Participants seek clarification on various expressions that are causing confusion due to language barriers and technical jargon.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests clarification on the phrase "so VR" and its relation to being in a "laminar regime," expressing confusion about the terminology used.
  • Another participant seeks understanding of the term "axymetric assumption built into mathematical model," particularly the meaning of "built into."
  • There is a repeated inquiry about the phrase "that's going to be like a swell," with one participant suggesting that the word might actually be "swirl," but expressing uncertainty about both terms.
  • Concerns are raised about the phrase "so we are in the laminar regime," with one participant questioning the use of "velvet" in this context and suggesting it may be an unusual expression.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express confusion over specific phrases, but there is no consensus on the meanings or implications of the terms discussed. Multiple interpretations and uncertainties remain unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Participants are navigating language barriers and technical jargon, which may affect their understanding of the material. The discussion highlights the challenges of interpreting specialized terminology in a second language.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for non-native English speakers working with fluid mechanics concepts in Ansys Fluent, as well as those interested in clarifying technical terminology in engineering contexts.

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My native language is not English. I follow a series of vids about Ansys Fluent. I am not stuck in 2.59 about the part "so VR" and "so we are in a velvet in laminar regime." Would you please explain those parts. This is about my project and it is about calculation of pressure losses in pipes in Fluent.



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Would you look this part as well. What does "axymetric assumption built into mathematical model" in 0.17. I especially confused the part "built into".



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mech-eng said:
Would you look this part as well. What does "axymetric assumption built into mathematical model" in 0.17. I especially confused the part "built into".



Thank you.

He is saying, "so we are in the laminar regime."
 
Chestermiller said:
He is saying, "so we are in the laminar regime."

Is velvet there something like exactly? It think it is very strange saying as VR. And your quote seems for the other one.

Thank you.
 
What does "that's going to be like a swell" in 3.07



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mech-eng said:
What does "that's going to be like a swell" in 3.07



Thank you.

I think the word he said is swirl, but I'm not sure. Neither work makes sense to me.
 
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