The maximum velocity of the flow past a circular cylinder, as shown, is twice the approach velocity.

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The maximum velocity of the flow past a circular cylinder, as shown, is twice the approach velocity. What is Δp between the point of highest pressure and the point of lowest pressure in a 40 m/s wind? Assume irrotational flow and standard atmospheric conditions.

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Engineering Fluid Mechanics

ISBN: 9781118880685

11th Edition

Authors: Donald F. Elger, Barbara A. LeBret, Clayton T. Crowe, John A. Robertson

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