Fluid Mechanics Lab Demonstrations

MEC516/BME516 has four hardware labs. Because of staffing issues, the labs for MEC516/BME516 online for the fall term 2023.  
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Lab 1: Measurement of Dynamic Viscosity
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Lab 2:  Reynolds Apparatus and Pipe Friction
YouTube Video

​Supplemental Video: Flow Visualization in a Pipe
This video shows flow the transition from laminar to turbulent flow in a round pipe using the Reynolds apparatus.  Flow is laminar for approximately Re<2300.
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Lab 3: The Impact of Jets
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Lab 4: The Venturi Flow Meter
YouTube Video

For Lab 4 also watch the video on Hydraulic and Energy Grade Lines: 
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