Pressure and Velocity Change When Merging two tubes

In summary, when merging two tubes with the same pressure, velocity, and diameter, the velocity and pressure of the third tube will remain the same. However, the density will double due to the increased volume of air, which will not affect the velocity and pressure.
  • #1
Gerald Funk
7
0
Hello, I have a question about the pressure and velocity change when merging two tubes that have the exact same pressure, velocity, and diameter. I've attached an image to give you guys a visualization. Say the three tubes are all laying flat on the ground, so there's no height change.

2ym9jjn.jpg

What I'm trying to figure out is what the velocity and the pressure of the third tube.
I calculate that the density of the first two tubes would be 103.4 kg/m^3, would this value double in the third tube? And how would this effect the velocity and pressure?
Any information helps
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2
!The velocity of the third tube should remain the same as the velocity of the first two tubes since there is no height change. The pressure of the third tube should also remain the same. However, the density will double because the volume of air in the third tube has doubled. This means that the mass of air in the third tube has also doubled, while the volume remains the same, so you would divide the mass by the volume to get a double density.
 

1. How does the pressure change when merging two tubes?

When merging two tubes, the pressure will increase due to the conservation of mass principle. This means that the total mass of fluid in the two tubes will be the same, but now confined in a smaller area, resulting in an increase in pressure.

2. Does the velocity change when merging two tubes?

Yes, the velocity will change when merging two tubes. This is because, as the area of the tube decreases, the velocity of the fluid will increase to maintain the same flow rate. This is known as the Venturi effect.

3. How does the diameter of the merged tube affect the pressure and velocity?

The diameter of the merged tube will affect both the pressure and velocity. As the diameter decreases, the pressure will increase, and the velocity will increase. The opposite is also true, as the diameter increases, the pressure will decrease, and the velocity will decrease.

4. What other factors can affect the pressure and velocity when merging two tubes?

Other factors that can affect the pressure and velocity when merging two tubes include the type of fluid, the temperature, and the angle at which the two tubes merge. These factors can alter the flow rate and affect the pressure and velocity accordingly.

5. Is there an ideal angle for merging two tubes to achieve the highest velocity and lowest pressure?

Yes, there is an ideal angle for merging two tubes to achieve the highest velocity and lowest pressure. The ideal angle is 15 degrees, as this minimizes the pressure loss and maximizes the velocity. This angle is known as the Coanda angle.

Similar threads

Replies
9
Views
2K
Replies
29
Views
3K
Replies
16
Views
3K
  • Mechanical Engineering
Replies
12
Views
849
  • Mechanics
Replies
12
Views
2K
Replies
17
Views
4K
Replies
1
Views
2K
Replies
7
Views
2K
Back
Top