Question: Problem 5 ( 2 5 Points ) The following hydraulic systems is used to transfer kerosene from Tank A to Tank B . The total

Problem 5(25 Points)
The following hydraulic systems is used to transfer
kerosene from Tank A to Tank B.
The total length of 2-in NPS Sch 40 steel pipe is 30 feet
and the two 90 bends are standard elbows.
Consider the major and minor energy losses and state
your assumptions.
(15 Points) Calculate the pressure required above
the kerosene in tank A in order to maintain
a flow rate of 130 gpm into Tank B.
(10 Points) Compute the minimum pressure required above the kerosene in tank A in order to
have flow between the two tanks. (Hint: for hydrostatic conditions hL=0)
Problem 5 ( 2 5 Points ) The following hydraulic

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