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The experiment measured energy losses through different pipe fittings including bends, contractions, and valves. It found that bends cause considerable losses, especially sharp bends, due to secondary flows generated by centrifugal forces. Losses occur when the fluid direction changes, dissipating the energy as heat. Loss factors are proportional to fluid velocity and tabulated values are often used. The experiment succeeded in meeting its objectives of measuring loss factors for different fittings through
- Author
- Chanel Ann
- Language
- EN