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The mass of fluid striking a vane per second represents the amount of fluid mass that impacts a surface or vane within a one-second interval. This measurement is crucial in fluid dynamics and engineering applications involving fluid impact forces.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates fluid mass by dividing the weight of the fluid by its specific gravity, which relates to the fluid's density relative to a standard reference.
Details: Calculating fluid mass impacting a surface is essential for designing hydraulic systems, analyzing fluid-structure interactions, determining impact forces, and optimizing energy transfer in fluid machinery.
Tips: Enter the weight of fluid in Newtons and the specific gravity of the fluid. Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero for accurate calculation.
Q1: What is specific gravity of a fluid?
A: Specific gravity is the ratio of the density of a substance to the density of a reference substance, typically water at 4°C for liquids.
Q2: Why is this calculation important in engineering?
A: This calculation helps determine the mass flow rate and impact forces in various applications including turbine design, hydraulic systems, and fluid impact analysis.
Q3: What units should be used for weight input?
A: Weight should be entered in Newtons (N) as this is the standard unit of force in the International System of Units.
Q4: Can this calculator be used for gases?
A: While the formula is theoretically applicable, specific gravity for gases is typically referenced to air rather than water, so caution should be exercised.
Q5: How does temperature affect the calculation?
A: Temperature affects both fluid weight (density) and specific gravity. For precise calculations, use values measured at the same temperature conditions.