What is force potential and how does it relate to Bernoulli's Equation?

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Force potential (ψ) is a measure of a force's capacity to perform work, defined as the product of force and the distance over which it acts. It relates to Bernoulli's Equation by illustrating how energy is conserved in fluid flow, where potential energy is influenced by the fluid's position and velocity. The equation for force potential can be expressed as W = F x d, indicating the work done by a force. Understanding force potential requires basic calculus concepts, but it can be explained simply for beginners. Overall, it connects to the broader principles of energy conservation in fluid dynamics.
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I was reading up on the Bernoulli's incompressible flow equation on wikipedia when I came across a thing called force potential(ψ). Could anyone explain what is it ? Is there an equation for finding the force potential at a point?? I would like to know the equation.

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PS: If it is a calculus concept, please explain it in a simple manner as I am a beginner in calculus and I just started learning Indefinite Integration 2-3 months ago. If it cannot be explained without advanced calculus, then please inform me. :)
Thanks in Advance
 
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Force potential is a measure of the ability of a force to do work. It is equal to the force times the distance through which it is applied. W = F x d Potential energy is the energy of position. It is the energy of something due to its position in the universe.
 

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