Force Acting on Pipe: Why is Velocity Difference (25-25cos115)?

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The discussion centers on the calculation of the change in velocity for a force acting on a pipe, specifically questioning the expression (25 - 25cos115). Participants clarify that this expression is used to determine the force exerted by the vane on the water. The correct interpretation of the change in velocity should indeed reflect the difference between final and initial velocities, leading to the conclusion that the expression (25cos115 - 25) is also valid. This highlights the importance of understanding vector components in fluid dynamics.

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why the author gave the change in velocity as (25- 25cos115) , shouldn't it be final - initial velocity , which is (25cos115 -25) ?

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foo9008 said:
why the author gave the change in velocity as (25- 25cos115) , shouldn't it be final - initial velocity , which is (25cos115 -25) ?
I agree. At that point, the author is calculating the force the vane exerts on the water, which with positive to the right should be negative.
 
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