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I agree. At that point, the author is calculating the force the vane exerts on the water, which with positive to the right should be negative.foo9008 said:
Force Acting on Pipe refers to the amount of force that is exerted on a pipe due to various factors such as fluid flow, pressure, and external forces. It is an important concept in fluid mechanics and is used to calculate the stress and strain on a pipe.
The velocity difference is important because it affects the amount of force that is exerted on the pipe. When there is a difference in velocity between the fluid inside the pipe and the fluid outside the pipe, it creates a pressure difference, which in turn creates a force on the pipe.
The value "25-25cos115" represents the velocity difference between the fluid inside the pipe and the fluid outside the pipe. It is a mathematical representation of the magnitude and direction of the velocity difference, which is used in the calculation of the force acting on the pipe.
The velocity difference plays a crucial role in determining the force acting on a pipe. A larger velocity difference results in a higher pressure difference, which leads to a stronger force acting on the pipe. Therefore, the velocity difference directly affects the magnitude of the force acting on the pipe.
Yes, there are other factors that can influence the force acting on a pipe, such as the viscosity of the fluid, the diameter and material of the pipe, and the angle of the pipe in relation to the fluid flow. These factors can also affect the velocity difference and ultimately impact the force acting on the pipe.
