Complete Course Of Fundamentals Of Fluid Mechanics - 2023

Elevate Your Engineering Skills with Our Professionally Designed 15-Hours Course- A Perfect Blend of Theory and Practice

What you'll learn

Understanding the application areas of fluid mechanics, including aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and industrial fluid flow systems.

Learning the fundamental principles of dimensional analysis, including units and dimensions, dimensional homogeneity, and dimensional analysis.

Understanding the nature of fluids, including the no-slip condition, shear stress, and viscosity, as well as the different types of fluids.

Learning how to calculate shear stresses and velocity profiles, and understanding the behavior of shear thickening and shear thinning fluids.

Understanding the concept of pressure and hydrostatic pressure, and learning how to calculate specific gravity.

Learning how to use different types of manometers, such as the piezometer and U-tube manometer, to measure pressure and calculate buoyancy.

Understanding the concept of fluid flow rates, including continuity equation, commercial pipe and tubing, and pipe selection.

Learning how to apply the principles of Bernoulli's equation to calculate volumetric flow rates in different applications,such as tanks, reservoirs and venturi.

Understanding the general energy equation and its applications to pumps, fluid motors, and valves and fittings.

Learning how to calculate the mechanical efficiency of pumps and the power delivered to fluid systems, and understanding the various types of energy losses.

Understanding the concept of Reynolds number and its applications to laminar and turbulent flow, as well as the hydraulic radius for non-circular pipes.

Learning how to use Moody's chart to calculate friction loss, Darcy's equation, and the effect of friction loss on energy loss.

Understanding the concept of minor losses and their impact on fluid flow, as well as calculating energy losses due to enlargements and contractions.

Learning how to calculate all energy losses in moving fluid, including losses through valves and fittings, and understanding the resistant coefficient.

Understanding the different types of flow meters, including variable head meters, variable area flow meters, and velocity probes, and their selection factors.

Learning how to measure flow rate and velocity in open channel flow, including weirs, rectangle notches, contracted weirs, and triangle weirs.

Understanding the different types of positive displacement pumps, including reciprocating, rotary, kinetic, self-priming, and centrifugal pumps.

Learning about cavitation and vapor pressure, and understanding the importance of NPSH margin and impeller size in pump performance.

Requirements

A basic understanding of mathematics and physics, including calculus, algebra, and Newtonian mechanics.

Familiarity with basic concepts of engineering, such as units and dimensions, as well as some exposure to fluid mechanics and fluid dynamics, either through prior coursework or self-study.

Description

Welcome to our comprehensive Fluid Mechanics course! Are you fascinated by the mechanics of fluids, and interested in understanding the principles that govern their behavior? Do you want to explore the dynamics of fluid flow, from the smallest drops to the largest oceans, and the impact it has on our daily lives? If so, then this course is perfect for you.Fluid Mechanics is a crucial field of study that helps us understand the behavior of fluids in motion and provides the foundation for many engineering applications. Whether you're interested in aerospace, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or any other field that involves fluid dynamics, this course will equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in your career.Through a combination of theoretical concepts, practical examples, and hands-on exercises, you'll learn about the fundamental principles of fluid mechanics, including fluid statics, fluid dynamics, Bernoulli's equation, Reynolds number, and much more. You'll also explore real-world applications of fluid mechanics, such as aerodynamics, hydraulic systems, and ocean currents, giving you a well-rounded understanding of this fascinating field.Reference books for this course:Fluid Mechanics by Yunus A. Cengel, John M. CimbalaFundamentals of Fluid Mechanics, 6th Edition By Munson COURSE OUTLINESection 1: Introduction to Fluid MechanicsIntroduction to Fluid MechanicsApplication Area of Fluid MechanicsDimensions and Importance of Dimensions and UnitsDimensional Homogeneity and Unity with example problemsCalculation of Dimensional AnalysisDimensionless Numbers (Reynolds, Bingham & Nusselt Number)Measures of Fluid Mass and Weight (Density, Specific Weight, Specific Gravity) and the Relation between Density and Specific WeightClassification of Fluid Flow (Internal and External, Compressible and Incompressible, Laminar and Turbulent, Steady and Unsteady)Calculation of Reynold, Bingham & Nusselt numbers (Dimensionless Numbers)Section 2: Nature of Fluids and ViscosityNature of Fluids (The no Slip Condition in Fluid Dynamics)Shear Stress in Moving Fluid, (Derivation Shear stress is directly proportional to strain rate)Viscosity and Fluid Types (Newtonian and Non-Newtonian Fluid)Shear Thickening Fluids and Shear Thinning FluidNumericals Related to Newton's Law of Viscosity (Newtonian Fluid)Calculation of Shear StressesVelocity ProfilesSection 3: Pressure and BuoyancyPressure (Fluid Pressure and Hydrostatic Pressure)Calculation of Specific GravityManometry (Piezometer, U tube manometer, Differential Monometer)Questions related to Monometer for pressure calculationBuoyancy and Steps for Solving Buoyancy QuestionsNumerical related to BuoyancySection 4: Fluid Flow Rates and Bernoulli's EquationFluid Flow RatesContinuity EquationCalculation of Fluid Flow Rate using Continuity EquationCommercially Available Pipe and Tubing (Steel Pipe, Steel Tubing, Copper Tubing, Ductile Iron Pipe)Pipe Selection AidQuestion Calculation of Volume Flow Rate by Pipes and Tubes TableDetermine Pipe Size and Tube Size from TablesConservation of Energy (Bernoulli’s Equation),Derivation of Bernoulli’s EquationInterpretation of Bernoulli’s EquationRestriction on Bernoulli’s EquationNumerical related to Bernoulli’s EquationProblem related to the calculation of volumetric flow rate through the nozzle using Bernoulli’s EquationApplication of Bernoulli’s Equation (Tanks, Reservoirs, and Nozzles Exposed to the Atmosphere)Calculation of volumetric flow rate in Venturi MeterTorricelli’s TheoremQuestions related to Torricelli’s TheoremSection 5: General Energy Equation and Pump EfficiencyGeneral Energy Equation (Pumps, Fluid Motors, Fluid Friction, Valves, and Fittings)Mechanical Energy and EfficiencyNomenclature of Energy Losses and AdditionQuestions Related to Energy EquationPower Required by the PumpsMechanical Efficiency of PumpsNumerical related to PumpsCalculation of Mechanical Efficiency of the PumpPower Delivered to Fluid SystemsMechanical Efficiency of FluidCalculation of Power Delivered to Fluid and its Mechanical EfficiencySection 6: Reynolds Number and Friction LossCritical Reynolds NumberReynolds Number for closed non-circular cross-sectionsHydraulic Radius for non-circular pipesSolving Problems using Moody’s ChartCalculation of Reynolds Number for non-circular pipesFriction Loss in non-circular cross-sectionCalculation of Friction loss using Moody’s ChartEnergy Loss due to FrictionDarcy’s EquationFriction Loss in Laminar and Turbulent FlowSection 7:  Energy LossesMinor LossesSudden Enlargement and losses due to Sudden Enlargements,Calculation of energy loss due to sudden enlargementExit loss and calculation of energy loss due to exit lossGradual Enlargement and calculation of energy loss due to gradual enlargementSudden Contraction and calculation of energy loss due to sudden contractionEntrance Loss and calculation of energy loss due to EntranceMinor Losses (through Valves and Fittings) with procedure for calculationResistant Coefficient for Valves & FittingsCalculation of all the energy loses in moving fluidSection 8: Flow MeasurementFlow MeasurementFlow meters selection factorsVariable head meters, Venturi, Flow Nozzle, OrificeVariable Area Flow MetersRotameterFlow Rate and Velocity MeasurementsVelocity ProbesOpen Channel Flow Measurement (Weirs, Rectangle Notch, Contracted Weir, Triangle Weir)Section 9:  Pumps and CavitationPositive Displacement PumpsReciprocating PumpsRotary PumpKinetic PumpSelf-Priming PumpCentrifugal PumpAffinity Law for centrifugal pumpsNumerical using Affinity LawManufacturer's data for centrifugal pumpsEffect of Impeller SizePower and Efficiency of PumpsCavitationVapor PressureNPSH MarginSo why wait? Enroll in our Fluid Mechanics course today, and embark on an exciting journey.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Fluid Mechanics

Lecture 1 Introduction to Fluid Mechanics, Applications,Importance of Dimensions and Units

Lecture 2 Dimensions, Dimensional Homogeneity and Unity, Example Problem

Lecture 3 Problem Related to Dimensional Analysis, Dimensionless Numbers

Lecture 4 Measure of Fluid Density, Specific WeightSpecific Gravity and relation b/w them

Lecture 5 Problems Related to Fluid Analysis, Classification of Fluids

Lecture 6 Problems Related to Reynold, Bingham & Nusselt numbers

Section 2: Nature of Fluids and Viscosity

Lecture 7 Nature of Fluids (The no Slip Condition in Fluid Dynamics)

Lecture 8 Shear Stress in Moving Fluid (shear stress is proportional to strain rate)

Lecture 9 Viscosity, Fluid Types, Shear Thickening Fluids and Shear Thinning Fluid

Lecture 10 Problems Related to Newton Law of Viscosity and calculation of Shear Stresses

Lecture 11 Reynolds Number, Calculation of Reynolds Number, Velocity Profiles

Section 3: Pressure and Buoyancy

Lecture 12 Fluid Pressure and Hydrostatic Pressure, Calculation of Specific Gravity

Lecture 13 Manometry (Piezometer, U tube manometer, Differential Monometer)

Lecture 14 Buoyancy, Steps for solving Buoyancy Problems, Question related to Buoyancy

Lecture 15 Problems related to Buoyancy

Section 4: Fluid Flow Rates and Bernoulli's Equation

Lecture 16 Fluid Flow Rates, Flow Rates, Continuity Equation, Question Related to Flow Rate

Lecture 17 All type of Commercially Available Pipe and Tubing, Pipe Selection Aid

Lecture 18 Problems to Calculate Volume Flow Rate and Pipe and Tube Size from tables.

Lecture 19 Bernoulli’s Equation, Interpretation and Restriction on Bernoulli’s Equation

Lecture 20 Problems Related to Bernoulli’s Equation

Lecture 21 Calculation of volumetric flow rate through the nozzle using Bernoulli

Lecture 22 Application of Bernoulli’s Equation (Tanks, Reservoirs and Nozzles )

Lecture 23 Calculation of volumetric flow rate in Venturi Meter, Torricelli’s Theorem

Lecture 24 Problems related to Torricelli’s Theorem

Lecture 25 Complex Problem related to Bernoulli’s Equation

Section 5: General Energy Equation and Pump Efficiency

Lecture 26 General Energy Equation,Mechanical Energy and Efficiency, Nomenclature of Energy

Lecture 27 Problems Related to Energy Equation(Pumps, Fluid Motors, Fluid Friction, Valves)

Lecture 28 Power Required and Mechanical Efficiency of Pumps, Numerical related to pumps

Lecture 29 Problem related to Mechanical Efficiency of the Pump

Lecture 30 Power Delivered and Mechanical Efficiency of Fluid Systems with solve Numerical

Section 6: Reynolds Number and Friction Loss

Lecture 31 Reynolds Number and Hydraulic Radius for closed non circular cross sections

Lecture 32 Solving Problems using Moody’s Chart

Lecture 33 Problem related to the calculation of Reynolds Number for non-circular pipes

Lecture 34 Friction Loss in non-circular cross section, Numerical Related to Friction loss

Lecture 35 Energy Loss by Friction,Darcy’s Equation, Friction Loss in Laminar and Turbulent

Section 7: Energy Losses

Lecture 36 Minor losses, Looses Due to Sudden Enlargements and Numerical

Lecture 37 Calculate energy loss due to Sudden enlargements

Lecture 38 Exit Loss and Gradual Enlargement and Numericals related to these topics

Lecture 39 Sudden Contraction, Calculation of energy loss due to sudden contraction

Lecture 40 Gradual Contraction, Entrance Loss, Calculation of energy loss due to Entrance

Lecture 41 Minor Losses and Resistant Coefficient through Valves and Fittings

Lecture 42 Numericals for the Calculation of all the Energy Looses

Lecture 43 Continue to Previous Problems

Section 8: Flow Measurement

Lecture 44 Flow Measurement through (Venturi, Flow Nozzle, Orifice), Selection Factors

Lecture 45 Variable Area Flow Meters, Rotameter, Flow Rate and Velocity Measurements

Lecture 46 Flow Measurement through Weirs, Rectangle Notch, Contracted Weir, Triangle Weir

Section 9: Pumps and Cavitation

Lecture 47 Positive Displacement Pumps, Reciprocating Pumps, Rotary Pump

Lecture 48 Kinetic Pump,SelfPriming Pump,Centrifugal Pump,Affinity Law for Centrifugal pump

Lecture 49 Numerical using Affinity Law, Manufacture’s data for centrifugal pumps

Lecture 50 Effect of Impeller Size, power Efficiency, Cavitation,Vapor Pressure NPSH Margin

Engineering students who are studying mechanical, civil, chemical, or aerospace engineering and need to learn about fluid mechanics as part of their curriculum.,Professionals who work in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, manufacturing, or transportation and need to understand the principles of fluid mechanics to improve their job performance.,Individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in fluid mechanics or related fields and want to develop their foundational knowledge.,Hobbyists and enthusiasts who are interested in understanding the science of fluids, such as those who enjoy building model boats, airplanes, or engines.,Educators and researchers who want to refresh their understanding of fluid mechanics or use the course material as a teaching resource.