Applied Fluid Mechanics

Course #ME3201

Est.imated Completion Time: 3 months

Overview

Steady one-dimensional compressible flow. Fundamentals of ideal-fluid flow, potential function, stream function. Analysis of viscous flows, velocity distribution in laminar and turbulent flows, introduction to the elements of the Navier-Stokes equations, solution of classical viscious laminar flow problems. Applications to Naval Engineering.

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Prerequisites

ME2101
ME2201
MA3132

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of the course students will be able to:

Simplify the basic governing equations to solve specific fluid flow problems by identifying and applying appropriate boundary conditions to solve the resulting differential equations.
Use the principles and concepts of potential flow to determine external flow pressure distribution over bodies of interest; also enable generate new body shapes.
Apply boundary layer theory, separate the viscous and inviscid regions of the flow, and solve each using appropriate solution methods.
Determine friction factor and arrive at a reasonable estimate of the viscous drag, pumping power requirements, etc for engineering flow systems.
Solve one-dimensional gas dynamics problems.
Develop the ability to conduct laboratory experiments, analyze the data, and write reports.
Satisfy prerequisite requirements for courses ME4220 and ME3150.

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Application Deadlines

08 Jul 2024

Fall Quarter applications due