Fluid Mechanics
 
 
Subject Code: EME1026
Aim of Subject: To introduce the students to the basics of fluid mechanics.
Learning Outcome of Subject: At the completion of the subject, students should be able to :
  • Solve problems related to the fundamental principles of fluid mechanics
  • Analyse a control volume by developing fundamental principles such as the linear momentum equation in the treatment of the control volume.
  • Discuss and compare fundamental Reynolds Number and fluid flow behaviour observation.
  • Decide in advance on the selection of scaling variables and data presentation for dimensional analysis.
  • Name the differences between theoretical analysis and practice through experimental investigation that corrects for the factors omitted from the theory.
Programme Outcomes:
  • Ability to acquire and apply fundamental principles of science and engineering(50%)
  • Capability to communicate effectively(5%)
  • Acquisition of technical competence in specialised areas of engineering discipline(10%)
  • Ability to identify, formulate and model problems and find engineering solutions based on a systems approach(20%)
  • Understanding and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities(5%)
  • Ability to work effectively as an individual, and as a member/leader in a team(5%)
  • Capability and enthusiasm for self-improvement through continuous professional development and life-long learning(5%)
Assessment Scheme:
  • Lab Experiments - work in groups, lab report writing, oral assessment at the end of lab (10%)
  • Tutorial / Assignment - group/individual assignment,focus group discussion at tutorial,to enhance understanding of basic concepts in lecture(10%)
  • Test Quiz - written exam (20%)
  • Final Exam - written exam (60%)
Teaching and Learning Activities: 54 hours (lectures,tutorials and laboratory experiment)
Credit Hours: 3
Pre-Requisite: EME1016 Applied Statics and
EEM1016 Engineering Mathematics I
References:
  • B.R. Munson, D.F. Young and T.H. Okiishi, "Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics", 3rd Edition, John Wiley, 1998. (Textbook)
  • J.A. Roberson and C.T. Crowe, "Engineering Fluid Mechanics", 6th Edition, John Wiley, 1997.
  • R. Street, G.Z. Watters and J. Vennard, "Elementary Fluid Mechanics", 7th Edition, John Wiley, 1996.
  • V. Streeter, K.W. Bedford and E.B. Wylie, "Fluid Mechanics", 9th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 1998.
  • R.W. Fox and A.T. McDonald, "Introduction to Fluid Mechanics", John Wiley, 1985.
  • J.B. Holman, "Heat Transfer", McGraw-Hill, 1990.

Subject Contents

  • Mechanics of Nonflowing Fluids

    • Fluid properties. Pascal’s law. Pressure variation. Manometry and pressure measurements. Force on surfaces, submerged bodies.
     
  • Flow Analysis

    • Flow flow. Continuity equation. Energy equation. Bernoulli's equation. Linear momentum equation.
     
  • Pipe Flow

    • Laminar and turbulent flows. Friction factor. Darcy formula. Moody diagram. Pipe losses. Flow in pipe networks.
     
  • Similarity and Dimensional Analysis

    • Concepts of similarity between model and prototype. Use of dimensionless numbers Bukingham pi- theorem and application.
     
  • Turbomachinery

    • Dimensional analysis of rotodynamic machines, performance curves. Use of moment-of-momentom equation, blade angles. Centrifugal pump, reaction turbines. Pelton wheel. Draft tubes, cavitations phenomenon.
     

Laboratory

1. Force on Submerged Body
2. Flow Measurements Using a Venturi Tube