Calculation of flow velocity in gravity-driven pipeline systems
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Our factory has a high-level water tank from which cooling water is delivered to various equipment by gravity flow; it then flows into the drainage channel and returns to the tank, from where it is pumped back up to the high-level water tank. Now, it is necessary to calculate the flow rate of water through one of these devices. The known values include various lengths, heights, pipe diameters, the number of bends, and temperature. I would like to know what method can be used to calculate the flow velocity; any steps or approaches would be appreciated. Thank you!
@Xiao Jie @*nht1 @*lihuagong @HaiChuanXiaoDangJia @leileienn @dlutyj
There are indeed similar calculations in the principles of chemical engineering, such as the equation for conservation of mechanical energy; with the necessary data on height differences, pipes, etc., it is possible to carry out the calculations.