8/30/2019

Angular Momentum in the

Context of Fluid Mechanics

Belleza, Roselyn Lynbert T.

Carillo, Dave A.
Labador, Alfred Lorenz
Pasion, Leah Joy
Ramos, Joseph G.

BSE – Science 2B
HP
Angular Momentum
 The law of conservation of angular momentum states that when no external torque acts
on an object, no change of angular momentum will occur.
 Conservation of angular momentum is one of the key conservation laws in physics, along
with the conservation laws for energy and (linear) momentum. These laws are applicable
even in microscopic domains where quantum mechanics governs; they exist due to
inherent symmetries present in nature.
 It is derived as the product of the moment of inertia and angular velocity. It is analogous
to linear momentum principle if there is no external torque on the object. It is derivable
ftom the expression of the angular momentum of particle
L= MVr
o Derived equation:
L= l x ω
Where:
 L = angular momentum
 I = moment of inertia
 ω = angular velocity
o Moment of inertia is a rotational inertia
o Angular velocity is the rate of change of angular displacement.

 Example and Implications

An example of conservation of angular momentum is seen in an ice skater executing a
spin, as shown in. The net torque on her is very close to zero, because 1) there is
relatively little friction between her skates and the ice, and 2) the friction is exerted very
close to the pivot point.
Applications:
 Windmill power plant
 Garden sprinkler
 Motor of washing machine

References:
 Augustyn, A. n.d. Angular momentum. Retrieved from:
https://www.britannica.com/science/angular-momentum
 Al-shemmeri, T. 2012. Engineering fluid mechanics. P. 67. ISBN 978-87-403-0114-4
 Nakayama, Y. 2000. Introduction to fluid mechanics. P. 85 ISBN 0 340 67649 3
 Vanderbilt Univesirty. N.d. Angular momentum. Retrieved from: Hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsc.edu