Bernoulli and Momentum Disconnect?

In summary, the conversation discusses the use of Bernoulli's equation and the Momentum Equation to analyze a simple fluid jet. While both equations provide the same results for the fluid's pressure at the first station, there is a discrepancy at the second station. This is due to the subtle difference in the treatment of the control volume in the Momentum Equation. The added force of restraint, necessary to keep the control volume from accelerating, contributes to the increase in pressure at the second station.
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I was playing around, and I found something unexpected. If we are analyzing a simple fluid jet:

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We can apply Bernoulli's (which is Conservation of Energy) and arrive at:

$$ P_{1_{B}} = \frac{1}{2} \rho \left( v_2^2 - v_1^2 \right) = \frac{1}{2} \rho ( v_2 - v_1 ) ( v_2+ v_1) $$

It would seem you could also use the Momentum Equation:

$$ \sum \boldsymbol F = \frac{d}{dt} \int_{cv} \boldsymbol v \rho~dV\llap{-}+ \int_{cs} \boldsymbol v \rho \boldsymbol V \cdot d\boldsymbol A $$

Which says in words:

$$ \left[ \begin{array} ~sum~ of~ forces \\ ~acting ~on ~matter \\ ~in~ control ~volume \end{array} \right] = \left[ \begin{array}~time ~rate~ of \\ ~change ~of~ momentum \\ ~in ~control ~volume \end{array} \right] + \left[ \begin{array} ~ net ~outflow~ rate \\ ~of ~momentum \\ ~through~ control ~surface \end{array} \right]$$

Assuming constant properties across the control surface and steady flow (changing only in position, not time) for that nozzle its reduced to:

$$ P_{1_{M}} = \rho v_1 ( v_2 - v_1) $$

Comparing the two taken independently you get differing results for ##P_1##

$$ \frac{P_{1_{M}} }{P_{1_{B}}} = \frac{\rho v_1 ( v_2 - v_1)}{\frac{1}{2} \rho ( v_2 - v_1 ) ( v_2+ v_1)} = \frac{v_1}{\frac{1}{2} ( v_2 + v_1 )}$$

This implies that:

$$ P_{1_{M}} < P_{1_{B}}$$

I guess the difference comes from the fact that I've subtlety left out something in the momentum analysis. In order for the control volume to not be accelerating there must be a force acting on the nozzle in the momentum analysis that was not taken into account, perhaps this is where the discrepancy lies? I notice that in my fluids text they use momentum to solve for the force acting on the nozzle to keep it in place, by first invoking Bernoulli's to solve for the velocities ##v_1,v_2## given pressure ##P_1##.
 
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Yeah, I think I solved my own problem by trying to explain it. The momentum equation is actually given by:

$$P_{1_{M}} A_1 - F_{restraint} = \rho A_1 v_1 ( v_2-v_1)$$

That added force of restraint would be necessary to keep the cv from accelerating and would act to increase the value of ##P_{1_{M}}##.
 
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Consider that the Bernoulli equation is simultaneously a conservation of momentum and energy equation. It can be derived directly from the more general versions of each.

For example, if you start with the 1-D, incompressible Euler equation (e.g. taken along a streamline)
[tex]\rho u\;du = -dp[/tex]
you can pretty straightforwardly integrate both sides between two stations 1 and 2
[tex]\rho\int_1^2 u\;du = -\int_1^2 dp[/tex]
[tex]\left.\dfrac{\rho u^2}{2}\right|^2_1 = -p|^2_1[/tex]
[tex]\dfrac{\rho u_2^2}{2} + p_2 = \dfrac{\rho u_1^2}{2} + p_1[/tex]
 
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boneh3ad said:
Consider that the Bernoulli equation is simultaneously a conservation of momentum and energy equation. It can be derived directly from the more general versions of each.

For example, if you start with the 1-D, incompressible Euler equation (e.g. taken along a streamline)
[tex]\rho u\;du = -dp[/tex]
you can pretty straightforwardly integrate both sides between two stations 1 and 2
[tex]\rho\int_1^2 u\;du = -\int_1^2 dp[/tex]
[tex]\left.\dfrac{\rho u^2}{2}\right|^2_1 = -p|^2_1[/tex]
[tex]\dfrac{\rho u_2^2}{2} + p_2 = \dfrac{\rho u_1^2}{2} + p_1[/tex]
Ok, so "The Momentum Equation" is apparently not both momentum and energy arguments simultaneously, and that must then have something to do with the treatment of a control volume as opposed to the treatment of streamline, because in the beginning both the Euler and "The Momentum Equation" are variations of Newtons Second Law?
 
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erobz said:
Yeah, I think I solved my own problem by trying to explain it. The momentum equation is actually given by:

$$P_{1_{M}} A_1 - F_{restraint} = \rho A_1 v_1 ( v_2-v_1)$$

That added force of restraint would be necessary to keep the cv from accelerating and would act to increase the value of ##P_{1_{M}}##.
That added force is the axial component of the force exerted by the wall of the converging nozzle on the flowing fluid.
 
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FAQ: Bernoulli and Momentum Disconnect?

What is Bernoulli's principle?

Bernoulli's principle states that in a flowing fluid, an increase in velocity occurs simultaneously with a decrease in pressure or a decrease in the fluid's potential energy. This principle is a result of the conservation of energy in a fluid stream.

What is the momentum principle in fluid dynamics?

The momentum principle, also known as the conservation of momentum, states that the sum of the forces acting on a fluid element is equal to the change in momentum of that fluid element. This principle is derived from Newton's second law of motion.

How do Bernoulli's principle and the momentum principle differ?

Bernoulli's principle is focused on the conservation of energy within a fluid flow, relating pressure, velocity, and height. The momentum principle, on the other hand, deals with the conservation of momentum and the forces acting on the fluid. While Bernoulli's principle applies to streamline flow, the momentum principle is more general and applies to any fluid motion.

Can Bernoulli's principle and the momentum principle be used together?

Yes, Bernoulli's principle and the momentum principle can be used together to analyze fluid flow problems. Bernoulli's principle provides insights into the energy distribution in the flow, while the momentum principle helps understand the forces and changes in momentum. Combining both principles can give a more comprehensive understanding of fluid dynamics.

What is the "Bernoulli and Momentum Disconnect" in fluid dynamics?

The "Bernoulli and Momentum Disconnect" refers to the misconception or misunderstanding that arises when people incorrectly apply Bernoulli's principle and the momentum principle independently without considering their interdependence. In reality, both principles are derived from fundamental conservation laws and should be used in a complementary manner to accurately describe fluid behavior.

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