How do I solve for w and p in an incompressible flow using Euler's equation?

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To solve for w and p in an incompressible flow using Euler's equation, the flow is defined in two dimensions with a constant density. The velocity field is given as u = (u0, w(x)), where w = 0 at x = 0 and pressure p = p0 at z = 0. The user has derived the pressure as p(z) = p0 - rho*g*z but is unsure of the next steps. Guidance suggests starting with Euler's equation to further analyze the problem. The discussion indicates that progress has been made, and the user appreciates the assistance received.
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I'm stumped on a HW question that I just can't seem to proceed on.

Homework Statement



An incompressible ( rho = constant ) flow in 2 dimensions [x = (x,z)], with F = (0,-g), satisfies Euler's equation. For this flow, the velocity is u = (u0,w(x)), where u0 is a constant, with w = 0 on x = 0 and p = p0 on z = 0. Find the solution for w and p, and show that it contains one free parameter.

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I've managed to get p(z) = p0 - rho*g*z, though I don't really know where to go from there or if I've even done it right to begin with.

Any guidance would be much appreciated, thankyou.
 
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Perhaps you should start by actually writing down Euler's equation and trying to solve it.
 
That's what I did do and ended up with that p(z) I stated.

Anyhow, I've managed to make headway now. Thanks for your help.
 
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