How to Calculate Curl for a Rectangular Fluid Path

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To calculate the average curl of fluid flow in a rectangular path measuring 15 cm by 10 cm, the velocity vectors at each corner are given as Va=(10i + 5j), Vb=(5i + 10j), Vc=(5i + 10j), and Vd=(10i + 5j). A user seeks assistance on how to begin the calculation, specifically asking for an example of curl calculation for one side. The initial response indicates that the curl for side A is calculated using the determinant method, resulting in a value of zero. The discussion emphasizes the need for clarity on the calculation process for the curl in fluid dynamics.
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Calculate the average value of the curl of the fluid for a rectangular path 15 cm by 10 cm, as shown in the figure (see file attachment).

Va=(10i + 5j)
Vb = (5i+10j)
Vc= (5i + 10j)
Vd = (10i + 5j)

Could someone help me to get started with this one? Please :smile:

Maybe give me an example of how to calculate the curl for one side??
 

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don_anon25 said:
Calculate the average value of the curl of the fluid for a rectangular path 15 cm by 10 cm, as shown in the figure (see file attachment).

Va=(10i + 5j)
Vb = (5i+10j)
Vc= (5i + 10j)
Vd = (10i + 5j)

Could someone help me to get started with this one? Please :smile:

Maybe give me an example of how to calculate the curl for one side??

If I'm not mistaken, the curl of one side (ex. side A) would be the following:

\vec{V_a}\times\nabla=\det{\begin{bmatrix}\mathbf{i} & \mathbf{j} & \mathbf{k} \\ 10 & 5 & 0 \\ \frac{\partial}{\partial x} & \frac{\partial}{\partial y} & \frac{\partial}{\partial z}\end{bmatrix}}=0
 
The book claims the answer is that all the magnitudes are the same because "the gravitational force on the penguin is the same". I'm having trouble understanding this. I thought the buoyant force was equal to the weight of the fluid displaced. Weight depends on mass which depends on density. Therefore, due to the differing densities the buoyant force will be different in each case? Is this incorrect?

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