Description
An experimental module for use with the AF10 Air Flow Bench (not included) to investigate the radial pressure distribution around a bend and the pressure distribution along the curved inner and outer walls of the bend.
This module consists of a smooth rectangular bend with ten static tapping points on both the inner and outer curved walls, plus a further nine along the radius. Each one of the tapping points has a flexible tube with quick-release connector for connection to the AF10a Multi-tube Manometer (ancillary).
When air passes through the bend it creates areas of high and low pressure. The resulting pressure plots on the multi-tube manometer are highly visual which enhances student understanding. The readings allow the students to plot the pressure profile and calculate a value for the loss coefficient K.
Key features:
- One of a series of eight experiment modules that fits to the Modular Air Flow Bench (AF10)
- Shows the pressure distribution in a smooth rectangular bend as an example of internal flow problems
- Toggle clamp connections to the Modular Air Flow Bench contraction for quick and easy fitment
- Quick-release couplings for rapid and reliable pressure measurement connections to the AF10a Manometer
- Highly visual plot of the pressure profile on the manometer
Learning outcomes
- Pressure distribution along the curved inner and outer walls.
- Radial pressure distribution and comparison with that predicted assuming free vortex velocity distribution.
- Calculation of loss coefficient (K).
