What does the word 'Jet' mean in fluid mechanics?

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The discussion centers around the meaning of the term 'Jet' in fluid mechanics, particularly in relation to its dependence on the free surface. Participants explore various references and seek clarification on the concept.

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  • One participant asks for the meaning of 'Jet' in fluid mechanics, specifically regarding its relationship with the free surface.
  • Another participant shares links to external resources, including a Wikipedia page and a PDF related to fluid mechanics, and inquires about the references others have consulted.
  • A participant mentions finding a specific application of the free streamline concept related to jets in a PDF document.
  • There is a request for a link to the PDF mentioned by another participant.

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What does it mean the word 'Jet' in fluid mechanics, special when it depends on the free surface?!
 
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math04 said:
I have found it in pdf as follows:

''''' The principal applications of the free streamline concept are to jet ... '''
Can you post a link? :smile:
 

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