Help with Pressure Calculation at Point C

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the pressure at Point C in a fluid system involving multiple cylindrical chambers. Participants explore the application of Bernoulli's Theorem in this context, considering the implications of changing the shape of the chambers.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes a fluid system with specific pressures and dimensions at Points A, B, and C, seeking to determine the pressure at Point C for selecting an appropriate valve.
  • Another participant suggests applying Bernoulli's Theorem if Points A, B, and C are in the same streamline.
  • A question is raised about the applicability of Bernoulli's Theorem if the shape of the chamber changes from cylindrical to oval.
  • It is noted that Bernoulli's Theorem can still be applied if the points remain in the same streamline, regardless of the chamber shape.
  • A participant mentions that Bernoulli's Theorem is applicable under the conditions of incompressible and irrotational flow.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the applicability of Bernoulli's Theorem under certain conditions, but there is uncertainty regarding the effects of changing the chamber shape and whether it impacts the theorem's application.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not resolve the implications of changing chamber shapes on pressure calculations, nor does it clarify the assumptions regarding flow characteristics.

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Hello, is there anyone who can help me with this? I am completely stumped. Here is the situation:

Point A: Water is flowing into a valve at 559 (mbar) of pressure and into a cylinder that's 12 mm long and 7mm in diameter.

Point B: It then will enter another cylinder that is 40 mm long 10 mm in diameter.

Point C: At this point it will enter another cylinder 5mm long and 7mm in diameter.


Im trying to figure out what the pressure will be at Point C so that I can choose the correct umbrella valve to use so that water flows out of the chamber.
 
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anthonynichola said:
Hello, is there anyone who can help me with this? I am completely stumped. Here is the situation:

Many... :smile:

Point A: Water is flowing into a valve at 559 (mbar) of pressure and into a cylinder that's 12 mm long and 7mm in diameter.

Point B: It then will enter another cylinder that is 40 mm long 10 mm in diameter.

Point C: At this point it will enter another cylinder 5mm long and 7mm in diameter.


Im trying to figure out what the pressure will be at Point C so that I can choose the correct umbrella valve to use so that water flows out of the chamber.

If all the points : A,B and C lie in the same streamline, you can apply "Bernoulli's Theorem", at A,B and C respectively.

Best of luck buddy ! :)
 
Thanks! Does this apply also if I change the shape of the chamber? Meaning, instead of a cylinder its an oval? I am young and inexperienced lol
 
anthonynichola said:
Thanks! Does this apply also if I change the shape of the chamber? Meaning, instead of a cylinder its an oval?

Provided that when the shape of chamber is changed, that is A,B and C are ovals, then also you can apply Bernoulli's Theorem, if A,B and C lie in a same streamline.

I'm young and inexperienced lol

And So am I. :-p
 
If the flow is incrompressible and also irrotational then you can apply Bernulli's theorem between any points in the flow.
 

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