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Module 5 : VISCOUS INCOMPRESSIBLE FLOW

Lecture 5 : Internal Flow – Part IV

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Turbulent Flow through Pipes

The flows are generally classified as laminar or turbulent and the turbulent flow is more prevalent in
nature. It is generally observed that the turbulence in the flow field can change the mean values of
any important parameter. For any geometry, the flow Reynolds number is the parameter that
decides if there is any change in the nature of the flow i.e. laminar or turbulent. An experimental
evidence of transition was reported first by German engineer G.H.L Hagen
in the year 1830 by
measuring the pressure drop for the water flow in a smooth pipe (Fig. 5.5.1).

Fig. 5.5.1: Experimental evidence of transition for water flow in a brass pipe

( Re-plotted using the data given in White 2003 )

The approximate relationship follows the pressure drop law as given in the following
equation;

(5.5.1)

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