Hydraulic Laboratory Manual: Philadelphia University
Hydraulic Laboratory Manual: Philadelphia University
Hydraulic Laboratory Manual: Philadelphia University
2019/2020
1st
Philadelphia University
Faculty of Engineering
Civil Engineering Department
HYDRAULIC
LABORATORY MANUAL
Instructor’s :
Instructor: Eng.Isra’a Alsmadi and Eng.Esra’a Alhyasat
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: Hydraulics (0670441)
Course objectives:
The students will be able to understand and follow procedures, through lab manual.
The students will be able to work in teams, as experiments are conducted in
groups.
The students will be able to prepare a technical report, as the findings of
experiments have to be reported in well-structured format.
The students will be able to critically evaluate their results, by comparing them
with related published information.
The Students will understand and be able to apply fundamental concepts and
techniques of hydraulics in the analysis, design, and operation of water resources
systems.
The students will be able to appreciate how the theoretical concepts are applied
practically.
The students will be able to understand how results of a practical are influenced by
the status of the apparatus.
Experiment (6): Orifice and Free Jet Flow Determination of Coefficient of Velocity from Jet
Experiment (7): Orifice and Free Jet Flow Determination of Coefficient of Discharge from Jet
1. Title Page
It would be a single page that states:
a. The title of the experiment.
d. The date the lab was performed or the date the report was submitted.
2. Title
The title says what experiment you did.
3. Introduction / Purpose
Usually, the Introduction is one paragraph that explains the objectives or purpose of the
lab. Sometimes an introduction may contain background information, briefly summarize
how the experiment was performed, state the findings of the experiment, and list the
conclusions of the investigation. Even if you don't write a whole introduction, you need
to state the purpose of the experiment, or why you did it. This would be where you state
your hypothesis.
4. Materials
List everything needed to complete your experiment.
5. Methods or procedure
Describe the steps you completed during your investigation. This is your procedure. Be
sufficiently detailed that anyone could read this section and duplicate your experiment. Write it
as if you were giving direction for someone else to do the lab. It may be helpful to provide a
Figure to diagram your experimental setup.
6. Data and Results
Numerical data obtained from your procedure usually is presented as a table. Data encompasses
what you recorded when you conducted the experiment. It's just the facts, not any interpretation
of what they mean.
A scatter plot is a chart with points that show the relationship between two or more sets of data.
The data is plotted on the graph as Cartesian coordinates, also known as data on an X-Y scale.
̇ = = ∗ = ∗ ∗
Where,
2) Water is flowing down an open rectangular chute. The chute is 1.20 m wide, and the depth of
water flowing in it is 0.200 m. The velocity of the water is 5.00 m/s. What is the flow rate of the
water through the chute in liters per second (L/s)?
3) Calculate the mass flow rate of liquid or gas by the given details.
Density of the liquid or gas (kg/m3) = 25
Velocity of the liquid or gas (m/s) = 20
Flow Area of the Liquid or gas (cm2) = 15
4) For the following plot draw the trend line and calculate its slope:
ﯾﺠﺐ اﻟﺘﻘﯿﺪ ﺑﻤﺒﺎدئ اﻟﺴﻼﻣﺔ اﻟﻌﺎﻣﺔ اﻟﺘﺎﻟﯿﺔ ﻣﻦ ﻗﺒﻞ اﻟﻄﻠﺒﺔ وﻣﺸﺮﻓﻲ اﻟﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮات:
) (1ﺿﺮورة اﻟﺰام اﻟﻄﻠﺒﺔ ﺑﺎرﺗﺪاء ارواب اﻟﻌﻤﻞ ﻟﺘﺄﻣﺒﻦ اﻟﺴﻼﻣﺔ ﻟﻠﺠﺴﻢ واﻟﯿﺪﯾﻦ واﻟﻤﻼﺑﺲ.
) (4ﯾﺠﺐ اﻟﺤﻔﺎظ ﻋﻠﻰ ﻧﻈﺎﻓﺔ اﻟﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮ واﻻدوات واﻻرﺿﯿﺎت وﺿﻤﺎن ﺟﺎھﺰﯾﺔ اﻟﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮ ﻟﻠﻌﻤﻞ ﻓﻲ اي
وﻗﺖ.
) (5ﯾﻤﻨﻊ اﻟﻤﺰاح او اﻟﺮﻛﺾ داﺧﻞ اﻟﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮ ﻣﻨﻌﺎ ﻟﻮﻗﻮع اﯾﺔ ﺣﻮادث ﻧﺎﺗﺠﺔ ﻋﻦ ﻋﺪم اﻻﻧﺘﺒﺎه.
) (9اﻟﺘﺎﻛﺪ ﻣﻦ اطﻔﺎء اﻟﻤﻀﺨﺎت ﻓﻲ اﻻﺟﮭﺰة اﻟﺘﻲ ﯾﺘﻄﻠﺐ ﻓﯿﮭﺎ ﺗﺸﻐﯿﻞ اﻟﻤﻀﺨﺎت ﺑﻌﺪ اﻻﻧﺘﮭﺎء ﻣﻦ
اﻟﺘﺠﺎرب وذﻟﻚ ﻟﺘﺎﻣﯿﻦ ﺳﻼﻣﺔ اﻻﺟﮭﺰة.
) (1اﻟﺘﺎﻛﺪ ﻣﻦ ﻓﺼﻞ اﻟﺘﯿﺎر اﻟﻜﮭﺮﺑﺎﺋﻲ ﻋﻦ ﺳﺨﺎﻧﺎت اﻟﻤﯿﺎه ﻗﺒﻞ ﻣﻐﺎدرة اﻟﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮ.
) (3ﯾﺠﺐ اﻟﺘﺤﻀﯿﺮ اﻟﻤﺴﺒﻖ ﻟﻼﺟﮭﺰة واﻟﺘﺠﺎرب اﻟﻤﻨﻮي اﺟﺮاؤھﺎ واﻟﺘﺎﻛﺪ ﻣﻦ ﺻﻼﺣﯿﺔ اﻻﺟﮭﺰة ﻣﺴﺒﻘﺎ.
) (5ﯾﺠﺐ ﺗﻮﻓﺮ طﻔﺎﯾﺔ ﺣﺮﯾﻖ ﻣﻨﺎﺳﺒﺔ ﻓﻲ اﻟﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮ ووﺿﻌﮭﺎ ﻓﻲ ﻣﻜﺎن ﻗﺮﯾﺐ ﻣﻦ اﻟﺒﺎب اﻟﺮﺋﯿﺴﻲ ﻟﻠﻤﺨﺘﺒﺮ
ﻟﺘﺴﮭﯿﻞ اﻟﻮﺻﻮل اﻟﯿﮭﺎ .واﺑﻌﺎدھﺎ ﻋﻦ ﻣﺼﺎدر اﻟﺤﺮارة واﻟﻄﺎﻗﺔ واﺳﻄﻮاﻧﺎت اﻟﻐﺎز.
INTRODUCTION:
The bourdon gauge is the most popular pressure measuring device for both liquids and
gasses. It can be connected to any source of pressure such as a pipe or vessel containing a
pressurized fluid. The connection can either be direct or via a small tube called a capillary
tube. This means that it can be mounted at any convenient location. It is also very
versatile in that it can be designed to operate over virtually any range of pressures. The
Bourdon gauge normally measures so called Gauge Pressure, which is the difference
between the pressure in the pressure source and the current atmospheric pressure. It can
however be modified to measure difference in pressure between two sources of pressure
(i.e. pressure difference or differential pressure). The Bourdon gauge is an indirect
measuring device which depends for its operation on the tendency of an internally
applied pressure to cause an initially bent tube (called a bourdon tube) to straighten.
Because the measurement is indirect it is necessary to calibrate the gauge before it can be
use.
The calibration consists of applying a known pressure to the gauge and noting the
position of the gauge needle on the scale. The gauge can be calibrated in a wide variety of
units to suit the particular application provided that there is a linear relationship between
actual pressure and the unit of calibration.
OBJECTIVE:
To perform pressure calibration on a Bourdon tube pressure gauge using a dead
weight tester.
To establish the calibration curve of the Bourdon Gauge
APPARATUS:
Bourdon Gauge and dead weight tester
Set of Test weights
Laboratory Scales
= ( )
Where
=
And
F: is the force applied to the liquid in the liquid in the calibrator
M: is the total mass (including that of the of the piston)
A: is the area of piston
The area of the piston can be expressed in terms of its diameter, d, as:
PROCEDURE:
The weight of the Piston, and its cross sectional area should be noted. To fill the cylinder,
the piston is removed, and water is poured into the cylinder until it is full to the overflow
level. Any air trapped in the tube may be cleared by tilting and gently tapping the
apparatus. In point of fact, a small amount of air left in the system will not affect the
experiment, unless there is so much as to cause the piston to bottom on the base of the
cylinder. The piston is then re-placed in the cylinder and allowed to settle. A spirit level
placed on the platform at the top of the piston may be used to ensure that that the cylinder
is vertically upright. Weights are now added in convenient increments, and at each
increment, the pressure gauge reading is observed. As similar set of results is then taken
with decreasing weights. To guard against the piston sticking in the cylinder, it is
advisable to rotate the piston gently while the pressure gauged is being read.
INTRODUCTION:
The Stability of any vessel which is to float on water, such as a pontoon or ship, is of
paramount importance. The theory behind the ability of this vessel to remain upright must
be clearly understood at the design stage. Archimedes’ principle states that the buoyant
force has a magnitude equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the body and is
directed vertically upward. Buoyant force is a force that results from a floating or
submerged body in a fluid which results from different pressures on the top and bottom
of the object and acts through the centroid of the displaced volume.
OBJECTIVE:
Determination of center of buoyancy
Determination of metacentric height
Investigation of stability of floating objects
APPARATUS:
Flat bottomed pontoon (Figure 1).
Hydraulic bench.
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THEORY:
Consider a ship or pontoon floating as shown in figure 2. The center of gravity of the
body is at and the center of buoyancy is at . For equilibrium, the weight of the
floating body is equal to the weight of the liquid it displaces and the center of gravity
of the body and the centroid of the displaced liquid are in the same vertical line. The
centroid of the displaced liquid is called the "center of buoyancy". Let the body now
be heeled through an angle as shown in a subsequent figure, 1 will be the position
of the center of buoyancy after heeling. A vertical line through 1 will intersect the
center line of the body at and this point is known as the metacenter of the body
when an angle is diminishingly small. The distance is known as the metacentric
height. The force due to buoyancy acts vertically up through 1 and is equal to .
The weight of the body acts downwards through .
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Note: As the body is totally submerged, the shape of displaced fluid is not
altered when the body is tilted and so the center of buoyancy unchanged relative
to the body.
Metacenter point : the point about which the body starts oscillating.
Metacentric height : is the distance between the center of gravity of floating body
and the metacenter.
If lies above a righting moment is produced, equilibrium is stable
and is regarded as positive.
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Determination of Metacentric height
1- Practically
=
( )
= + −
=
Where: = = ∗ ∗
ROCEDURE:
1. Assemble the pontoon by positioning the bridge piece and mast i.e. locate
the mast in the hole provided in the base of the vessel and clamp the bridge
piece fixing screws into the locating holes in the sides of the vessel.
2. The 'plumb-bob' is attached to the mounting dowel located on the mast and
is allowed to swing clear of and below the scale provided
3. Weigh the pontoon and determine the height of its center of gravity up the
line of the mast by balancing the mast on a suitable knife edge support and
measuring the distance from knife edge to outside base of pontoon.
4. Fill the hydraulic bench measuring tank, or other suitable vessel, with water
and float the pontoon in it. Trim the balance of the pontoon by applying one
of the small weights provided to the bridge piece at the required position so
that the vessel floats without any list, this condition being indicated by the
plumb-bob resting on the zero mark.
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5. Move the weight on the bridge piece loading pin then measure and record
the angle value with displacement.
6. Repeat the previous procedure for angle in the opposite direction i.e. apply
the weights to the opposite side of the bridge piece.
7. Calculate GM practically. Draw a relationship between θ (x-axis) and GM (y-
axis), then obtain GM when θ equals zero.
8. Calculate GM theoretically.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
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Important Note:
Substitute θ in the law without sign (ex: θ=-13.5, tan (θ) =tan (13.5) = 0.240078759)
" ﻓﻲ اﻟﻘﺎﻧﻮن ﺑﺪون اﻻﺷﺎرةθ "ﻋﻮض اﻟﺰاوﯾﺔ
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GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Draw a relationship between θ (x-axis) and GM (y-axis).
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Experiment 3
OSBORNE REYNOLDS DEMONSTRATION
INTRODUCTION:
The flow of real fluids can basically occur under two very different regimes namely
laminar and turbulent flow. The laminar flow is characterized by fluid particles moving in
the form of lamina sliding over each other, such that at any instant the velocity at all the
points in particular laminar is the same. The laminar near the flow boundary move at a
slower rate as compared to those near the center of the flow passage. This type of flow
occurs in viscous fluids, fluids moving at slow velocity and fluids flowing through
narrow passages.
The turbulent flow is characterized by constant agitation and intermixing of fluid
particles such that their velocity changes from point to point and even at the same point
from time to time. This type of flow occurs in low density Fluids; flow through wide
passage and in high velocity flows.
OBJECTIVE:
To perform Reynolds experiment for determination of different regimes of flow
APPARATUS:
Osborne Reynolds’ apparatus (F1-10)
Dye
Thermometer
Stopwatch
Graduated cylinder
THEORY:
Reynolds conducted an experiment for observation and determination of these regimes of
flow. By introducing a fine filament of dye in to the flow of water through the glass tube,
at its entrance he studied the different types of flow. At low velocities the dye filament
appeared as straight line through the length of the tube and parallel to its axis,
characterizing laminar flow. As the velocity is increased the dye filament becomes wavy
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throughout indicating transition flow. On further increasing the velocity the filament
breaks up and diffuses completely in the water in the glass tube indicating the turbulent
flow.
After conducting his experiment with pipes different diameters and with water at
different temperatures Reynolds concluded that the various parameters on which the
regimes of flow depend can be grouped together in a single non dimensional parameter
called Reynolds number. Reynolds number is defined as, the ratio of inertia force per unit
volume and is given by
= /μ = /
Where;
Re: Reynolds number
V: velocity of flow
D: characteristic length=diameter in case of pipe flow
ρ: mass density of fluid
µ: dynamic viscosity of fluid
ν :kinematic viscosity of fluid
Reynolds observed that in case of flow through pipe for values of Re<2000 the flow is
laminar while offer Re>40000 it is turbulent and for 2000<Re<4000 it is transition flow
PROCEDURE:
1. Obtain the Reynolds’ Apparatus and rest it on the top channel of the Hydraulics
Bench.
2. Position the outlet pipe and the overflow pipe in the well of the Hydraulics Bench.
3. Securely connect the inlet quick release connector on the Hydraulics Bench to the
inlet valve on the Reynolds’ apparatus. If the ball bearings on the quick connect
are showing the piping is not secure.
5. Check that ALL the valves on the Hydraulics Bench are completely CLOSED
(clockwise).
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7. Turn the motor switch to ON.
8. OPEN the Hydraulics Bench flow control valve found on the front of the
Hydraulics bench.
9. Slowly fill the head tank to the overflow level, and then CLOSE the hydraulics
bench flow control valve.
10. Open and close the flow control valve on the Reynolds’ apparatus to admit water
to the flow visualization pipe.
12. Adjust the height of the dye reservoir assembly such that the hypodermic needle
is close to the bell mouth entrance of the visualization tube.
13. Open the inlet valve slightly until water trickles from the outlet pipe.
14. Slowly open the dye flow control valve of the dye reservoir [Note: It takes a while
for the dye to exit the hypodermic needle. Do not loosen or tighten the reservoir
screw too much, or the thread could be damaged.].
15. Once the flow regime is identified, close the dye flow control valve.
16. The flow rate can be measured using a graduated cylinder and the stopwatch.
18. Other flow regimes (and flow rates) can be obtained by regulating the flow
control valve on the Reynolds’ apparatus.
19. When the experiment is finished, turn the pump motor OFF.
20. Disconnect the Reynolds’ Apparatus from the Hydraulics Bench and return it to
the storage area
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TABLE OF OBSERVATIONS AND CALCULATIONS:
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Experiment 4
IMPACT OF JET (I)
INTRODUCTION:
Impact of jets apparatus enables experiments to be carried out on the reaction force
produced on vanes when a jet of water impacts on to the vane. The study of these
reaction forces is an essential step in the subject of mechanics of fluids which can be
applied to hydraulic machinery such as the Pelton wheel and the impulse turbine.
OBJECTIVE:
To investigate the reaction force produced by the impact of a jet of water on to various
target vanes (flat and semispherical)
APPARATUS:
The F1-10 Hydraulic Bench
F1-16 equipment
Stopwatch
Flat and semispherical plates.
THEORY:
When a jet of water flowing with a steady velocity strikes a solid surface (target plate),
the water is deflected to flow along the surface. Then the jet velocity can be calculated
from the measured flow rate and the nozzle exit area:
If the friction is neglected, also assuming that there are no losses due to shocks and the
magnitude of the water velocity remains having the same value but only its direction
changes. The pressure exerted by the water on the solid surface will everywhere be at
right angles to the surface (for a flat surface).
In the absence of friction,
Magnitude of the velocity across the surface = Incident velocity, vi
The impulse force exerted on the target = opposite to the force which acts on the
water to impart the change in direction.
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Applying Newton’s second law in they- direction of the incident jet
= ( q − )
Where
Fy = force exerted by deflector on fluid
Qm = mass flow rate and
Q = rQ = rA
So,
= r ( q − )
For a static equilibrium, Fy is balanced by the applied load, W = Mg (M is the applied
mass) hence,
= r ( q − )
Graphically representing the results also will show how accurate the experimental data is.
Thus, the slope, s, of a graph of W plotted against 2 is obtained from a regression line
and this is compared to the value from:
=r ( q − )
PROCEDURE:
1. Position the weight carrier on the weight platform and add weights until the top of the
target are clear of the stop and the weight platform is floating in mid position. Move
the pointer so that it is aligned with the weight platform. Record the value of weights
on the weight carrier.
2. Start the pump and establish the water flow by steadily opening the bench regulating
valve until it is fully open.
3. The vane will now be deflected by the impact of the jet. Place additional weights onto
the weight carrier until the weight platform is again floating in mid position.
4. Measure the flow rate and record the result on the test sheet, together with the
corresponding value of weight on the tray. Observe the form of the deflected jet and
note its shape.
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5. Reduce the weight on the weight carrier in steps and maintain balance of the weight
platform by regulating the flow rate in about three steps, each time recording the
value of the flow rate and weights on the weight carrier.
6. Close the control valve and switch off the pump. Allow the apparatus to drain.
7. Replace the flat vane with semispherical vane and repeat the test
Volume of
Reading Mass
Plate type water collected Time (sec)
No applied(Kg)
m3
1
2
3 Flat plate
α=90o
4
5
1
2
semispherical
3 plate
α=180o
4
5
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Plot force on vane F (N) against the velocity squared values for both flat plate and a
hemispherical cup for theoretical and experimental values on the same plot.
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Comment on the agreement between your theoretical and experimental results and
give reasons for any differences
Compare between theoretical slope for flat and semispherical plate and what does
it mean?
Comment on the significant of any experimental errors
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Experiment 5
IMPACT OF JET (II)
OBJECTIVE:
To investigate the reaction force produced by the impact of a jet of water on to various
target vanes (conical and 30o plate)
APPARATUS:
The F1-10 Hydraulic Bench
F1-16 equipment
Stopwatch
Conical and 30o plates.
PROCEDURE:
1. Position the weight carrier on the weight platform and add weights until the top of the
target are clear of the stop and the weight platform is floating in mid position. Move
the pointer so that it is aligned with the weight platform. Record the value of weights
on the weight carrier.
2. Start the pump and establish the water flow by steadily opening the bench regulating
valve until it is fully open.
3. The vane will now be deflected by the impact of the jet. Place additional weights onto
the weight carrier until the weight platform is again floating in mid position.
4. Measure the flow rate and record the result on the test sheet, together with the
corresponding value of weight on the tray. Observe the form of the deflected jet and
note its shape.
5. Reduce the weight on the weight carrier in steps and maintain balance of the weight
platform by regulating the flow rate in about three steps, each time recording the
value of the flow rate and weights on the weight carrier.
6. Close the control valve and switch off the pump. Allow the apparatus to drain.
7. Replace the 30o vane with conical vane and repeat the test
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TABLE OF OBSERVATIONS AND CALCULATIONS:
Nozzle diameter, d=0.008m
Nozzle cross sectional area, A=5.0265*10-5m2
Density of Water, ρ=1000kg/m3
Volume of
Reading Mass
Plate type water collected Time (sec)
No applied(Kg)
m3
1
2
3 Conical plate
α=120o
4
5
1
2
30o plate
3
α=30o
4
5
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Plot force on vane F (N) against the velocity squared values for both Conical and 30o
plates for theoretical and experimental values on the same plot.
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Experiment 6
ORIFICE AND FREE JET FLOW
DETERMINATION OF COEFFICIENT OF VELOCITY FROM
JET
INTRODUCTION:
The orifice consists of a flat plate with a hole drilled in it. When a fluid passes through an
orifice, the discharge is often considerably less than the amount calculated on the
assumption that the energy is conserved and that the flow through the orifice is uniform
and parallel. This reduction in flow is normally due to a contraction of the stream which
takes place through the restriction and continues for some distance downstream of it,
rather than to any considerable energy loss.
With the flow through apparatus, arrangements are mad extent of the reduction in flow,
contraction of the stream and energy loss, as water discharges into the atmosphere from a
sharp-edged orifice in the base of a tank.
OBJECTIVE:
Determine Velocity coefficient for small orifice
Comparing the measured jet trajectory with the theoretically predicted jet trajectory
APPARATUS:
theF1-17 Orifice and free jet flow apparatus
The F1-10 Hydraulic Bench
Graph paper
THEORY:
From the application of Bernoulli's Equation (conservation of mechanical energy for a
steady, incompressible, frictionless flow): the ideal orifice outflow velocity at the jet vena
contracta (narrowest diameter) is where h is the height of fluid above the orifice.
=
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Where h is the height of fluid above the orifice.
Cv can be determined from the trajectory of the jet using the following argument:
Neglecting the effect of air resistance, the horizontal component of the jet velocity can
be assumed to remain constant so that in time, t, the horizontal distance travelled,
= ………………..( )
Because of the action of gravity, the fluid also acquires a downward vertical (y-direction)
component of velocity. Hence, after the same time, t, (i.e. after travelling a distance x) the
jet will have a y displacement given by
= ………………..( )
Substitution for t from (3) into (2) and for v from (1) into (2) yields the result:
Hence, for steady flow conditions, i.e. Constant h, Cv can be determined from the x, y
co-ordinates of the jet. A graph of x plotted against yh will have a slope of 2Cv
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PROCEDURE:
For this experiment, you will need the Orifice and Free Jet Flow module and graph paper.
Figure 1: Orifice and Free Jet Flow Module Figure 2: Orifice and Jet Apparatus
1. Position the overflow tube to give a high head. Note the value of the head.
2. The jet trajectory is obtained by using the needles mounted on the vertical
backboard to
follow the profile of the jet.
3. Release the securing screw for each needle in turn and move the needle until its
point is just immediately above the jet and re-tighten the screw.
4. Attach a sheet of paper to the back-board between the needle and board and
secure it in place with the clamp provided so that its upper edge is horizontal.
5. Mark the location of the top of each needle on the paper. Note the horizontal
distance from the plane of the orifice (taken as x = 0) to the co-ordinate point
marking the position of the first needle.
6. This first co-ordinate point should be close enough to the orifice to treat it as
having the value y = 0.
7. Thus y displacements are measured relative to this position.
8. Estimate the likely experimental errors in each of the quantities measured.
9. Repeat this test for a low reservoir head.
10. Repeat this test for a low reservoir head.
11. Then repeat the above procedure for the second orifice.
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TABLE OF OBSERVATIONS AND CALCULATIONS:
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Plot x against yh and determine the slope of the graph.
The velocity coefficient Cv is equal to the average slope/2.
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Experiment 7
ORIFICE AND FREE JET FLOW
DETERMINATION OF COEFFICIENT OF DISCHARGE FROM
JET
OBJECTIVE:
• To determine Discharge coefficient of small orifice for constant head flow
APPARATUS:
theF1-17 Orifice and free jet flow apparatus
The F1-10 Hydraulic Bench
Stop watch
Graduated cylinder
THEORY:
The ideal (theoretical) orifice outflow velocity at the jet vena contracta (narrowest
diameter) is:
=
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The actual velocity is:
=
Cv is the coefficient of velocity, which allows for the effects of viscosity
The actual flow rate of the jet is defined as:
=
Where: Ac is the cross-sectional area of the vena contracta, given by: =
Ao is the orifice area and Cc is the coefficient of contraction and, therefore, Cc <1
Hence;
=
If Cd is assumed to be constant, then a graph of Qact plotted against will be linear and the
slope,
=
PROCEDURE:
1. Position the reservoir across the channel on the top of the hydraulic bench and
level the reservoir by the adjustable feet using a spirit level on the base.
2. Remove the orifice plate by releasing the two knurled nuts and check the orifice
diameter; take care not to lose the O-ring seal.
3. Replace the orifice and connect the reservoir inflow tube to the bench flow
connector.
4. Position the overflow connecting tube so that it will discharge into the volumetric
tank; make sure that this tube will not interfere with the trajectory of the jet
flowing from the orifice.
5. Turn on the pump and open the bench valve gradually. As the water level rises in
the reservoir towards the top of the overflow tube, adjust the bench valve to give a
water level of 2 to 3mm above the overflow level. This will ensure a constant
head and produce a steady flow through the orifice.
6. Measure the flow rate by timed collection using the measuring cylinder provided
and note that the reservoir head value.
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7. Repeat this procedure for different heads by adjusting the level of the overflow
tube. The procedure should also be repeated for the second orifice
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Plot flow rate Qt vs. √h and determine the slope of the graph.
The coefficient of discharge Cd can then be calculated from the slope equation
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Experiment 8
COEFFICIENT OF DISCHARGE FOR A RECTANGULAR
NOTCH
INTRODUCTION:
Discuss why there is a discrepancy between the theoretical and computed
discharge values
What are the limitations of the experiment?
How does the Cd value computed from the slope?
The reliability of weir measurements is affected by construction and installation, but
when properly constructed and installed, weirs are one of the simplest and most accurate
methods of measuring water flow. In fact, hydrologists and engineers treat this as a
simple method of measuring the rate of fluid flow in small to medium-sized streams, or in
industrial discharge locations.
There are different types of weir. It may be a simple metal plate with a V-notch cut into
it, or it may be a concrete and steel structure across the bed of a river. Common weir
constructions are the rectangular weir and the triangular or v-notch weir.
OBJECTIVE:
To determine the 'Coefficient of Discharge' for a rectangular weir.
APPARATUS:
The F1-10 Hydraulics Bench
The F1-13 Stilling baffle
The F1-13 Rectangular
Vernier Height Gauge
Stop Watch
Spirit Level
THEORY:
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The objective of this experiment is to study the relation between the discharge coefficient
and the parameters influencing the flow. Rectangular shape opening weir is used in this
experiment. Stilling baffle is used to ensure minimum turbulence. It will act as a reservoir
to collect water volume and slowly disperse in the water from the opening at the bottom
of the stilling baffle.
Rectangular Weir is used in practiced to measure a small free flow. A rectangular notch
is a thin square edged weir plate installed in a weir channel as shown in figure below. The
rectangular weir is able to measure higher flows than the v-notch weir and over a wider
operating range.
Consider the flow in an element of height ℎ at a depth h below the surface. Assuming
that the flow is everywhere normal to the plane of the weir and that the free surface
remains horizontal up to the plane of the weir, then velocity through element 2 ℎ
= . = . .
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= . . = .
So,
/
= =
PROCEDURE:
1. Weir apparatus was leveled on the hydraulic bench and the rectangular notch weir
was installed.
2. Hydraulic bench flow control valve was opened slowly to admit water to the
channel until the water discharges over the weir plate. The water level was
ensured even with the crest of the weir.
3. The flow control valve was closed and the water level was allowed to stabilize.
4. Vernier Gauge was set to a datum reading using the top of the hook. The gauge
was positioned about half way between the notch plate and stilling baffle.
5. Then, water was admitted to the channel. The water flow was adjusted by using
the hydraulic bench flow control valve to obtain heads (H).
6. Water flow condition was left to stabilize, head readings were taken in every
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increasing of 1 cm.
7. Step 4 and 5 were repeated for different flow rate.
8. The readings of volume and time using the volumetric tank were taken to
determine the flow rate. The volume taken was constant which 3L.
9. The results were recorded in the tables.
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Plot Qact against H 3/2 and determine the slope of the graph. Then the coefficient of
discharge Cd can then be calculated.
Experiment 9
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COEFFICIENT OF DISCHARGE FOR A TRIANGULAR NOTCH
OBJECTIVE:
To determine the 'Coefficient of Discharge' for a triangular or v-notch weir.
APPARATUS:
The F1-10 Hydraulics Bench
The F1-13 Stilling baffle
The F1-13 Triangular or v-notch weir
Vernier Height Gauge
Stop Watch
Spirit Level
THEORY:
The v-notch weir is a notch with a V shape opening. V-notch weir typically used to
measure low flows within a narrow operating range. The angle of the v-notch in the
figure 1 above is 90°.
= =
PROCEDURE:
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1. Weir apparatus was leveled on the hydraulic bench and the V- notch weir was
installed.
2. Hydraulic bench flow control valve was opened slowly to admit water to the
channel until the water discharges over the weir plate. The water level was
ensured even with the crest of the weir.
3. The flow control valve was closed and the water level was allowed to stabilize.
4. Vernier Gauge was set to a datum reading using the top of the hook. The gauge
was positioned about half way between the notch plate and stilling baffle.
5. Then, water was admitted to the channel. The water flow was adjusted by using
the hydraulic bench flow control valve to obtain heads (H).
6. Water flow condition was left to stabilize, head readings were taken in every
increasing of 1 cm.
7. Step 4 and 5 were repeated for different flow rate.
8. The readings of volume and time using the volumetric tank were taken to
determine the flow rate. The volume taken was constant which 3L.
9. The results were recorded in the tables.
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
Plot Qact against H 5/2 and determine the slope of the graph. Then the coefficient of
discharge Cd can then be calculated.
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discharge values
What are the limitations of the experiment?
How does the Cd value computed from the slope?
Compare between Cd value of both rectangular and triangular notches.
Experiment 10
HYDRAULIC GRADIENT WITH GROUND WATER FLOW
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INTRODUCTION:
Ground water flows from areas of high hydraulic head (high water-level elevation) to
areas of low head (low water level elevation). The hydraulic gradient is the rate of change
in the total hydraulic head per unit distance of flow in a given direction.
The hydraulic gradient is usually estimated using groundwater elevation measurements
from observation wells and peizometer .Estimates of the direction and magnitude of the
hydraulic gradient in a given part of the aquifer may then be used with estimates of the
hydraulic conductivity and the effective porosity to characterize the direction and rate of
groundwater flow (i.e., groundwater seepage velocity) using a form of Darcy’s Law.
OBJECTIVE:
To demonstrate ground flow and the resulting between two different potentials
APPARATUS:
S-11 Ground Flow/Well Abstraction Unit
0.1m3 of washed well graded coarse sand, range 0.6-2.0mm
Stopwatch
Volumetric measuring cylinder
THEORY:
The linear relationship between head loss h and flow rate Q expressed as approach
velocity V is given by Darcy’s Law
dh
V=k
dL
Where
=Hydraulic gradient
K=Permeability coefficient
V may also be calculated from the flow rate using the average wetted area of sand (as
calculated from the water levels)
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=
PROCEDURE:
1. Turn on the water supply
2. Open the left hand flow control valve fully
3. Adjust the right hand flow control valve until a steady head is maintained .this will be
indicated by manometer tube No 13
4. Allow conditions to stabilize for several minutes
5. Record the manometer levels
6. Perform a timed volume collection to measure flow rate (Q) out of drainage tube
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13
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15
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17
18
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Height ( h )
mm
Distance ( L )
mm
GRAPHICAL RELATIONSHIP:
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Draw a graph of water height (h) against peizometer (tapping) distance (L) from
well
References:
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Alastal .K and Mousa.M (2015) .Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics Lab Manual
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