Fluid Mechanics ENEM12006

Experiment one: Flow Rate

1. Objectives:
To measure flow rates using the volume time method and to estimate the accuracy and precision of
the collected data.

2. Equipment:
Figure 1: Hydraulic Bench

3. Procedure:
1. Turn on the pump by flipping the switch.
2. Open the valve slowly to start the flow. Do not turn it on full blast.

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3. Adjust the valve to obtain the desired flow rate , wait for 20 sec to
make sure the flow rate is steady ( or is changing slightly enough to collect your
readings)
4. Record the time that it takes for the bucket to fill the specified volume.
5. For the same flow rate repeat step 4 another two trails.
6. Change the flow rate by opening the valve.
7. Repeat step 4 and 5 for four different flow rates.

4. Theory:
The volumetric flow rate, (also known as volume flow rate, rate of fluid flow or volume velocity) is the
volume of fluid which passes through a given surface per unit time. The SI unit is m/s (cubic meters per
second). In US Customary Units and British Imperial Units, volumetric flow rate is often expressed as
ft/s (cubic feet per second). It is usually represented by the symbol Q.

Flow Rate =
5. Data and Results:
Record observations in the table provided (Table 1)
Table 1 Volume time method results

Volume
(L)

Trial 1

Time (sec)
Trial 2
Trial 3

Average

Q
(m/s)

Show sample from your calculations in the submitted report

Write a full Discussion and conclusion for your results and observations and make sure to submit your
report before the next lab session in the mechanical assignment box / second floor / Building 4.

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