Question: The three-loop water-distribution system in Example 4.8 is not functioning effectively. The demand for water at junction F is being met but not at the

The three-loop water-distribution system in Example 4.8 is not functioning effectively. The demand for water at junction F is being met but not at the pressure required by the industrial customer. The water company has decided to increase the diameter of one pipe in the network by 5 cm. Determine which pipe should be replaced to have the greatest impact on the pressure in the system, specifically the pressure at node F. (Examine the output table of Example 4.8 for head losses, flow rates, and pipe sizes. One pipe stands out as the best choice, although there is a second pipe that is only slightly worse.) Replace the pipe of your choice (increase the diameter by 5 cm) and determine the pressure increase at junction F. Pipe network analysis software would be useful.

Step by Step Solution

3.40 Rating (159 Votes )

There are 3 Steps involved in it

1 Expert Approved Answer
Step: 1 Unlock

It is clear from the solution table in Example 48 that pipes DE and EF are the pipes that should be replaced by larger diameter pipes Both have head losses that are over 14 m the next largest head los... View full answer

blur-text-image
Question Has Been Solved by an Expert!

Get step-by-step solutions from verified subject matter experts

Step: 2 Unlock
Step: 3 Unlock

Document Format (1 attachment)

Word file Icon

884-P-M-F-M (798).docx

120 KBs Word File

Students Have Also Explored These Related Mechanics Questions!